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Trade Compliance Officer

Barclay Meade
locationTemplecombe BA8, UK
PublishedPublished: Published 2 weeks ago
Business Compliance
Fixed Term Contract
Job summary

A leading defence organisation are seeking a Trade Compliance Officer with Defence sector experience with occassional visits to their site in Templecombe.

Key skills required for this role

Trade Compliance Officer, International Trade, CECCs, ICECCs, Export Compliance Officer, Defence, Aerospace, Compliance Officer, Audits, Imports, Exports, ITAR, EAR, Trade Compliance

Important

Trade Compliance Officer, International Trade, CECCs, ICECCs, Export Compliance Officer, Defence, Aerospace, Compliance Officer, Audits, Imports, Exports, ITAR, EAR, Trade Compliance

Job description

An industry leading defence organisation are currently looking for a Trade Compliance Officer with occassional visits to their site in Templecombe.

  • Duration: 6 month contract
  • Location: Templecombe
  • Working Pattern: Remote with few visits to site
  • Salary: Competitive day rate (Inside IR35)
  • Eligibility to gain SC clearance
As a key member of the Trade Compliance Team, reporting to the Head of Trade Compliance, you'll be the go-to expert ensuring operations stay firmly aligned with international trade control laws - especially UK and US export regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with internal stakeholders across the business, providing trusted compliance advice
  • Own and manage trade documentation (CECCs, DSP5s, TAAs, End User Statements, etc.)
  • Apply for UK and US export licenses, using tools like SNAP-R and liaising with US counterparts
  • Review and approve sales orders, contracts, and shipping documents for compliance
  • Ensure accurate, secure, and compliant recordkeeping
  • Contribute to internal policy development, training, and awareness
Key Skills & Experience:

  • Background in Defence or Aerospace
  • Familiarity with EU Export Controls
  • Solid working knowledge of UK and US export regulations (ITAR/EAR)
  • Excellent stakeholder communication skills
  • Strong commercial awareness.
To apply for this Trade Compliance Officer opportunity candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.