Deputy Head of Trade Compliance

2 months ago


Romsey, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Deputy Head of Trade Compliance

As Deputy Head of Trade Compliance, you will be assisting and supporting the Head of Trade Compliance in leading the trade compliance function within the business.

The role will include liaison with the business management and project teams to ensure that relevant Roke directives and related policies and processes are followed. You will have a strong background in trade compliance including the processes concerning the import and exporting of goods. Experience in UK and US export controls is essential.

It's not just about the Governance & Compliance experience, the Deputy Head will bring energy, initiative, attention to detail, and leadership skills to the role.

Being bold in building new concepts, ideas and skills

Roke is a world-class technology and engineering consultancy. Roke delivers advanced research, development services and products to high profile customers who come to Roke with varied and challenging problems to solve.

As our next Deputy Head of Trade Compliance, you will:

1. Provide expert advice and guidance to the business on international trade compliance matters to ensure compliance with UK, US (EAR and ITAR) regulations.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, finance, commercial, supply chain, and logistics to integrate compliance considerations into business operations.
3. Revise/develop trade compliance policies and procedures.
4. Working with project teams to ensure control list classification, customs classification and security classification are correct to support trade compliance with UK export and customs regulations.
5. Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, trade associations, and industry peers to stay informed about regulatory changes and best practices. Represent the company in discussions with regulatory authorities when necessary.
6. Coordinate internal audits and investigations to ensure compliance with trade laws and regulations. Address findings and implement corrective actions as needed. Accompany and manage export control audits (ECJU) and coordinate internal activities supporting the external auditors.
7. Demonstrate Roke's culture and behaviours

The Deputy Head of Trade & Compliance you will demonstrate...

* Experience in UK and US ITAR/EAR export controls are essential.
* Defence Sector experience.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Prepare and review complex business documents and procedures.
* Analytical/problem solving skills and ability to document overall thinking.

Built over a 60-year heritage, Roke offers specialist knowledge in sensors, communications, cyber, and AI and ML. We change the way organisations think and act - through dynamic insights from the analysis of multiple layers of data. We take care of the innovative, technical stuff that keeps everyone safe - that's our mission, passion, and motivation.

Joining a team united by purpose and ambition, you'll be at the heart of an exciting growth journey: having doubled in size over the last 4 years, we intend to double our headcount by 2027. At Roke, every individual counts. We push technical boundaries, together. We re-invest in product innovation, and we empower our people to make a difference.

Working in a team of diverse and welcoming colleagues, you will be part of the growth of Roke and take ownership of the Governance & Compliance.

Where you'll work...

Romsey - Alongside hybrid and flexible working options, you'll find our Romsey site located within beautiful Hampshire countryside, close to the picturesque New Forest District and not far from a superb stretch of the south coast. This is no corporate concrete jungle; this is a manor house site, with ample parking an on-site gym and a driveway full of daffodils in the spring.

WOKING - Alongside hybrid and flexible working options, you'll find our Woking site in a modern building on the outskirts of London. Rated excellent for sustainability by BREEAM & Fitwel certified - you'll feel better for visiting. This site provides key links to our customers in London, is a 5 minute walk from the train station, has secure parking nearby and dedicated cycle storage.

GLOUCESTER - Alongside hybrid and flexible working options, you'll find our Gloucester site in a business park two minutes from junction 11A of the M5; The site allows easy access to our local customer base. Set on the outskirts of the Cotswolds, you are never far from a picturesque view or lunch time walk.

Clearances...
Due to the nature of this role, we require you to be eligible to achieve SC clearance.

The Next Step...
Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you



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