Senior Trade Compliance Advisor (Export Controls)

Job Description Leonid Group has been retained by a multinational technology corporation to appoint a Senior Trade Compliance Advisor/Senior Manager based in Bourne End, or Preston, UK (hybrid). This is a unique opportunity to shape the export compliance programs and work with a dynamic, international team, covering the EMEA region.You will oversee and focus on export control regulations of countries within the region, while also assessing the impact of US-origin export controls on local operations. You will collaborate with trade professionals in other regions to develop, implement, and maintain export compliance programs as well as manage export licenses, conduct audits, and act as the regional point of contact for trade compliance issues, providing guidance and support to regional business units.This role requires a proactive approach to monitoring regulatory changes, mitigating risks, and ensuring seamless international trade operations.Responsibilities:Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive export compliance programs to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations.Work closely with product business units to develop and refine the strategy for classifying products, technologies, and software under export control regimes.Prepare and submit export license applications where applicable.Conduct internal and external compliance audits and perform risk assessments related to export activities, including the analysis of trade sanctions and embargoes.Provide training and guidance to employees on export compliance requirements, including deemed exports, restricted party screening, and licensing processes.Engage with governmental authorities and industry forums to stay informed of trade policy developments and provide strategic counsel to regional teams.Closely collaborate with regional export control teams (NALA & APAC) to ensure alignment with US regulations and local regional requirements.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in International Trade, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.12+ years of experience in export control, trade compliance, dual-use licensing, or an equivalent field.Strong understanding of international trade sanctions.Strong grasp of general trade compliance issues, rules, and regulations.Understanding of dual-use technology risks, encryption regulations, IT transfer risks, and re-export risks.Familiarity with export compliance software (e.g., SAP Global Trade Services) and restricted party screening tools.Knowledge of high-risk regions and associated compliance challenges.Benefits:25 days of vacationUp to 32 hours paid time off per year to volunteer with a charity of your choiceReward & Recognition schemeTraining and personal development in soft skills and hard skills, access to our internal learning portal and internal career opportunities within departmentsAnnual bonuses based on financial resultsYearly salary increases according to individual performancePension Scheme with a matched contribution up to 7%Private medical and dental coverAccess to an innovative online learning platformCycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgramLeonid Group Corporate Governance is a talent advisory firm that specialises in the placement of Legal, Compliance, Risk, ESG and Sustainability and Audit professionals on an international scale across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC. These are global disciplines with teams worldwide, and our network reflects this. We work with multinational corporations to help structure their departments with the best people, from the Global Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel to the Compliance Analyst and Trade Compliance Specialist.

Created: 2026-04-30