Are you a compliance specialist with expertise in export controls and sanctions?

Do you thrive on navigating complex regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions?

Looking for an opportunity to shape compliance strategy within a leading global technology and communications group?

The Company

A global technology and communications leader, connecting millions of people and businesses across the world. Operating in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment, the company is recognised for its innovation, scale, and commitment to integrity and responsible business practices.

The organisation is seeking an Interim International Trade Compliance (ITC) Counsel / Specialist to serve as its subject matter expert on export controls and sanctions. This is a high-impact advisory role, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams on complex regulatory and strategic matters across global operations.

The Role

The Interim ITC Counsel will serve as the group’s subject matter expert (SME) for international trade compliance, acting as the key escalation point for complex export control and sanctions matters across the business.

Key responsibilities:

Providing strategic advice on export controls, sanctions, and trade compliance matters, including transaction and licence reviews.
Advising senior leadership on emerging regulatory risks and supporting critical business decisions.
Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contract language related to export control and sanctions obligations.
Developing and maintaining group-level ITC policies, procedures, and training.
Managing regulatory reporting requirements, such as frozen asset reporting.
Overseeing ITC tools and supplier relationships, including third-party screening platforms.
Monitoring changes in global trade laws and communicating business impacts to stakeholders.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in trade compliance within complex, regulated industries. You will have:

4+ years’ experience in sanctions, export control, or trade compliance, ideally gained within a multinational organisation.
Strong knowledge of UK, EU, and US export control and sanctions regimes.
Experience advising on regulatory and operational aspects of international transactions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with confidence advising senior leaders.
A proactive, pragmatic, and business-focused approach.
Experience in telecoms or adjacent sectors (e.g., logistics, technology, or infrastructure) preferred.

What’s on Offer

Competitive compensation package
Hybrid/Remote working.
Opportunity to work with a high-profile global organisation on complex, high-stakes regulatory matters.
Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.

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