International Trade Compliance Officer – Aerospace & Defence

About the role

Our client, a British‑owned design and manufacturing specialist for the aerospace and defence sector, is seeking an International Trade Compliance Officer to join the team in Maidenhead. Reporting to the ITC Manager, you will act as the primary point of contact for all trade‑control queries and support import‑export activities across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain export classifications and update the ERP system with licence information on sales orders.
• Screen suppliers and customers, and liaise with chambers of commerce on carnets and certificates of origin.
• Ensure compliance with UK export legislation, US ITAR, EAR and Dual‑Use regulations.
• Prepare for and support ECJU/HMRC audits and compliance visits.
• Provide guidance to purchasing, engineering, projects and commercial teams on export requirements.
• Maintain import and export registers and retain all relevant documentation for audit purposes.

Required profile

• Experience in the defence or aerospace industry.
• Good understanding of UK import/export rules for military products.
• Basic knowledge of US ITAR and EAR regulations and their impact in the UK.
• Ability to communicate export issues throughout the project lifecycle.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ERP systems for export data entry.

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 (DOE).
• Hybrid working – 4 days on‑site, 1 day remote.
• Private medical care.
• 25 days annual leave.
• 8 % employer pension contribution.