Group Export Control Manager

Help us to make a world of difference

UL/UEC is looking for a Group Export Control Manager. This job is grade E18.

Based at our Paddington site location, you’ll be responsible for and manage compliance with Urenco’s multi-site UK export licence, and provide guidance and advice to the Urenco Group on applicable export control legislation.

You’ll establish and maintain arrangements necessary to ensure the Urenco Group complies with all legal and regulatory obligations associated with the import and export of all dual-use goods, software and technology, in line with the terms of Urenco’s multi-site export licence.

You will act as the export control subject matter expert, key point of contact for day to day export control advice, and escalation point for export control queries.

What you’ll do:

• Lead export control investigations and management of associated outcomes e.g. correctives actions, record  keeping and communication with Regulators.
• Govern and deliver the internal export control audit and self-assurance programmes.
• Manage Part 810 requirements in collaboration with US export control representatives.
• Support the Head of Export Control for ongoing implementation of the Export Control Strategy, Export Control Charter and team reporting requirements.
• Co-ordinate, prepare for, and represent the Urenco Group at all UK export control audits and develop and implement continuous improvement actions to address any issues arising out of export control audits.
• Maintain and develop internal export control policies and procedures, including internal processes required to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage compliance with Urenco’s multi-site UK export licences.
• Liaise with other Urenco Group export control personnel, including but not limited to site export control coordinators, project teams, Group Information Security, Personnel Security, and Head of Legal to develop an understanding of the impact of export regulations on the business operations of the Urenco Group as a whole. 
• Develop an organisational understanding of, and adherence to, export control regulations and improve internal processes to maintain compliance.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• ·       Minimum of 5 (five) years’ experience in an export control compliance role
• ·       Specialist and detailed knowledge of relevant UK export control regulations (other relevant jurisdictions including the US (Part810), Netherlands and Germany is desirable)
• ·       Experience of leading export control investigations and audits.
• ·       Familiar with export control licence applications within the UK (other relevant jurisdictions including the US, Netherlands and Germany is desirable)
  • Professional and enthusiastic with good self-awareness.
  • Ability to analyse complex business situations and to advise on the impact of export control regulations.
  • Ability to develop and implement strategic and tactical processes for export control compliance.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper.  You will receive:

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
  • A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives.
  • A defined contribution pension scheme: contributions start at 4% (employee) and 10% (employer).
  • Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish times, with a 1.30pm finish on Fridays.
  • Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle.
  • Paid time off for volunteering.
    • The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes.
    • Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.