Export Control Compliance Specialist

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking a Trade and Export Compliance Specialist to support the APAC Trade Compliance Manager. The role involves monitoring export control regulations, providing subject matter expertise in compliance, and coordinating with internal teams and logistics providers. The ideal candidate should have experience in export compliance, strong communication skills, and be able to work independently. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement with responsibilities across the APAC region.

Qualifications

• Experience in export compliance and trade regulations.
• Knowledge of customs and logistics operations.
• Ability to handle import/export documentation accurately.

Responsibilities

• Monitor adherence to export control regulations.
• Provide support on trade compliance issues.
• Coordinate with customs brokers for clearances.
• Maintain accurate trade data and recordkeeping.
• Assist in preparing documentation for audits.
• Support logistics operations in the APAC region.

Skills

Knowledge of STP and Tradefirst

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Understanding of export compliance regulations

Job description

Job Details

• Contract: 1 year
• Location: Suntec Tower (Hybrid Arrangement)

The Trade and Export Compliance Specialist will serve in support of the APAC Trade Compliance Manager and Global Trade Compliance Team. The APAC Trade Compliance Manager leads, manages, and addresses export compliance activities within the APAC region. The Trade and Export Compliance Specialist works with the compliance teams to focus on export operations and controls. You play a critical role in ensuring day‑to‑day support to complex import and export regulations across Asia.

Job Scope

• Monitor and ensure adherence to regional and international export control regulations (e.g., US ECCN, SG ECCN).
• Support as a subject matter expert in export compliance to help with enforcement, advising on trade compliance issues across the APAC DF. Support day‑to‑day export and import operational transactions in the APAC region.
• Work with customs broker and logistics providers in Singapore / within APAC region for timely and accurate customs clearances.
• Coordinate with internal warehouse staff and forwarders for international shipments to ensure smooth and timely collection of shipments.
• Maintain accurate trade data for all products, including ECCNs, HTS codes, country of origin, accurate valuation, and invoice accuracy, to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance.
• Maintain recordkeeping and document management related to import/export transactions.
• Assist the Export Control Operations team with preparing documentation for audits and maintaining accurate records of past shipments.
• Collaborate on digitalisation initiatives, maintain project overviews, and acquire new skillsets to optimise workflows and compliance processes.
• Provide support and address queries related to end‑user undertakings, basic end‑user screening. Close follow‑up with internal stakeholders and sales teams.
• Knowledge of STP and Tradefirst, experience in handling ST Goods for export and applying export licenses.
• Logistics and shipping operations support.
• Ability to work independently and communicate clearly and effectively within the trade compliance and logistics team.

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