Trade Compliance Manager EMEA

Brunswick Corporation; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation in Amsterdam seeks a Manager Compliance EMEA who will lead regulatory, trade and environmental compliance across the region, collaborating with global teams to uphold governance and ensure adherence to applicable standards. You will translate complex laws into practical internal policies and maintain robust documentation.

Responsible for monitoring Brexit-related changes, coordinating audits, delivering training, and acting as the primary liaison with authorities.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a compliance role, preferably international
• University Degree in Compliance, International Trade or related field or certified compliance professional

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure the EMEA region's compliance with local, national and international regulations relevant to the industry
• Translate applicable laws and regulations, including customs, export controls, sanctions and trade agreements, into practical internal policies and procedures
• Stay up to date with post-Brexit trade landscape and ensure compliance with UK-EU trade, customs declarations, VAT, tariffs and rules of origin
• Ensure products comply with RoHS and REACH; manage certification and documentation
• Identify potential compliance risks and advise on mitigating actions
• Operate independently on organization-wide projects and provide SME input on compliance issues
• Develop and deliver training programs on compliance and risk
• Plan, organize and participate in internal and external audits and drive continuous improvement
• Serve as primary contact for authorities (customs, local regulators, EU regulators) maintaining relationships and ensuring timely reporting
• Ensure complete record-keeping for all trade compliance activities
• Collaborate with Brunswick entities to align regional and global compliance initiatives

Skills

English proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Communications

Cross-functional projects

Training teams

Independent work

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University Degree in Compliance/International Trade or related field

Certified compliance professional

Job description

Location:

Netherlands, Amsterdam

Workplace Category:

Hybrid

Direct Reports:

None

Pay Range:

€83,000 - €124,000

Visa Sponsorship:

Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the country for which they are applying. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship at this time or in the future.

Relocation:

No relocation assistance provided

Position Overview:

As the Manager Compliance EMEA, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our EMEA region remains compliant with all regulatory requirements, industry standards, and relevant trade laws. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams within the region and the global compliance team to execute and uphold Group compliance processes and governance. Your role will involve overseeing, coordinating, and executing Navico Group EMEA’s compliance processes and governance.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor and ensure the EMEA regions compliance with local, national and international regulations relevant to the industry.


• Translate applicable laws and regulations including customs regulations, export controls, sanctions, and trade agreements into practical internal policies and procedures and advise the business on their implementation, focusing on risk management and compliance.


• Stay up to date with the post‑Brexit trade landscape, ensuring compliance with the UK‑EU trade agreement, customs declarations and any changes to VAT, tariffs and rules of origin due to Brexit. Manage any changes in processes for UK and EU cross‑border trade and ensure that internal systems are adapted to comply with new customs requirements.


• Ensure all products comply with the relevant environmental and safety standards such as RoHS, REACH. Manage the certification and documentation to guarantee adherence to all regulatory requirements.


• Identify potential compliance risks across the business and advise on mitigating actions, helping the organization proactively manage compliance challenges.


• Operate independently in organization‑wide projects and contribute as a subject matter expert to resolve complex compliance and risk related issues.


• Develop and deliver compliance and risk‑related training programs, raising awareness and ensuring that compliance is embedded within organizational processes and culture.


• Plan, organize and participate in internal and external audits to assess and improve compliance practices, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with global standards.


• Serve as the primary contact for authorities such as but not limited to: Customs Authorities, Local government authorities, EU Regulators, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring timely and accurate compliance reporting and responses.


• Ensure accurate and complete record‑keeping for all trade compliance activities, including import/export transactions, regulatory filings, audit documentation and trade‑related agreements.


• Collaborate with other Brunswick entities to align compliance initiatives in the region and globally, ensuring consistency in compliance processes and strategies.

Essential Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in compliance role, preferably in an international environment


• University Degree in Compliance, International Trade or related field or certified compliance professional

Skills & Knowledge:

• Competent in spoken/written English, proficiency in additional languages is advantageous


• Proven track record in the compliance work field


• Strong knowledge of global trade regulations, including customs, export controls, sanctions, and free trade agreements (e.g., USMCA, EU regulations, WTO rules)


• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex regulations into bitesize pieces for the organization


• Proven experience managing cross‑functional projects and providing subject matter expertise on compliance issues


• Ability to train and engage diverse teams on compliance‑related topics.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities


• Comfortable working with authorities and external regulators

The hiring range for this position is €83,500-124,000 annually (payable in monthly instalments). The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus in accordance with company policies, and a range of competitive benefits.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

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