Import/Export Control & Compliance Manager

Astroscale UK & Europe have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Import/Export Control and Compliance Manager to join our friendly and welcoming team at our state of the art offices in Harwell.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable international trade regulations, including UK, EU, and US export controls, as well as managing the company's import/export activities.

This is a key role that requires a high degree of knowledge, expertise, and attention to detail to ensure the company's continued success.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement import/export compliance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Manage the company's import/export operations, including overseeing the preparation of import/export documentation, customs clearance, and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Provide advice and guidance to the company's various departments on import/export compliance matters, especially for ITAR, EAR or UK Export control and
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance.

• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of all applicable import/export regulations.
• Monitor and track changes to import/export regulations and communicate any relevant changes to the company's various departments.
• Manage relationships with government agencies, customs brokers, and other third-party service providers.
• Ensure that all employees are trained on import/export compliance matters and that the company's compliance program is effectively communicated to all relevant stakeholders.
  

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in import/export compliance and operations, preferably in the aerospace/space industry.
• Thorough knowledge of UK, EU, and US import/export regulations, including ITAR, EAR, and OFAC.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) or Certified Export Specialist (CES) are highly desirable.
  

Desirable skills

• Experience within the space industry
  

Benefits

• Competitive base salary

• Opportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technology
• Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment
• Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements)
• 25 days holiday (increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days) + 8 days Bank Holiday
• Life insurance and long-term sick pay

• Private healthcare (taxable benefit)
• Relocation allowance may be considered
• Visa sponsorship for employees may be considered.
• New state of the art office and cleanroom facility
• Regular social events
  

Location

Astroscale UK (Harwell), with potential for some travel to Astroscale Japan (Tokyo)

About Astroscale

We aim to deliver cutting edge technologies that will become part of routine commercial space operations by 2030.

Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company dedicated to in-orbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, we are developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of in-orbit servicing missions, including End of Life services, Active Debris Removal, In-situ Space Situational Awareness and Life Extension Services, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate against the hazardous build-up of debris in space.

Astroscale is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Note to recruitment agencies: Astroscale operates a preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency approaches. Please do not forward candidate CVs or details in response to this advert, or to any Astroscale employee.