Trade Compliance Coordinator

Company: Vectis Recruitment
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Location: Nottingham
Job Description:

A global supplier of engineered products and services to the aerospace, defence and high technology sectors has a new vacancy for a Trade Compliance Coordinator to join the team. You will be responsible for processing import and export shipments, ensuring compliance procedures are in place, managing export licenses and improving processes.

Responsibilities

  • Process export shipments in compliance with regulations and UK Strategic Export Controls.
  • Determine export classification and identify license requirements.
  • Collaborate with other business areas to ensure appropriate export authorisations are in place and that all required documentation is obtained to support export license applications.
  • Work with the group senior trade compliance staff to prepare and submit export license applications.
  • Maintain accurate records for export transactions in accordance with ITAR, EAR, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure consistent adherence to export procedures across the organization.
  • Review and evaluate shipping documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Coordinate with internal departments, including logistics, legal, and shipping, to ensure smooth and compliant trade operations.
  • Support the preparation of reports and audits related to trade compliance activities.

Requirements

  • A good understanding of import and export processes and procedures.
  • Knowledge of UK Customs Declaration Service (CDS).
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify potential compliance issues.
  • Experience managing export licenses and reviewing export documentation.
  • Knowledge of EAR and other export/import regulations and UK Strategic Export Control List.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Previous experience with U.S. Customs regulations and ITAR preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Job Details

  • Seniority level: Associate
  • Employment type: Full‑time
  • Job function: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Management
  • Industries: Aviation & Aerospace Component Manufacturing; Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain & Storage; Manufacturing
  • Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

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Posted: April 11th, 2026