Trade Compliance Transformation Programme Lead

Trade Compliance Transformation Programme Lead

We are seeking an experienced trade compliance professional to lead Vodafone's global trade compliance transformation agenda. This role sits within the Compliance Centre of Excellence and focuses on designing, delivering, and embedding a harmonised, future-ready trade compliance operating model across Group and Local Markets. The role is pivotal in strengthening import/export controls, sanctions compliance, customs obligations, and associated governance, while enabling commercial agility and innovation in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.

What you'll do:

• Lead Vodafone's global trade compliance transformation programme, ensuring alignment with Group strategy.
• Design and implement a harmonised trade compliance operating model across Group and Local Markets.
• Embed trade compliance controls into core systems, tools, and data platforms to enable technology-led compliance.
• Ensure alignment with UK, EU, US, and international trade and sanctions regulations, managing Group-level risk.
• Partner closely with stakeholders across Compliance, Supply Chain, Technology, Legal, and Local Markets to drive adoption and ownership.
• Lead change management activities, including communications, training, and capability uplift across markets.
• Establish sustainable business-as-usual ownership, monitor regulatory developments, and drive continuous improvement of the trade compliance framework.

Who you are:

You bring a minimum of 5 years' experience in trade compliance within a multi-jurisdictional environment. You have strong knowledge of trade compliance, sanctions, and export control systems and the data that underpins them. You demonstrate good working knowledge of UK, EU, and US export control requirements. You have at least 3 years' experience in project or programme management, with a proven track record of delivery to time and budget.

You are confident in influencing and engaging stakeholders across geographies and cultures. You communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and verbally. You are fluent in English; additional language skills are an advantage. You hold a degree in law, accounting, programme management, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience. An internationally recognised trade compliance or sanctions qualification (for example, ICA Diploma) is a strong advantage.

Not a perfect fit? Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you:

Exposure to a high-impact, global transformation programme within Vodafone Group. The opportunity to shape and embed a future-proof trade compliance framework laboration with senior stakeholders across multiple functions and international markets. A role that balances regulatory rigour with enabling business innovation and growth. A dynamic environment where innovative ideas are always welcome A collaborative community where your professional goals and work are supported by a diverse team Access to internal trainings through Vodafone University and external trainings via other providers A supportive internal coaching and mentoring culture Opportunities to participate in company activities and Vodafone Foundation events Corporate assets including a laptop and mobile phone with One Business Mobile Superior subscription (unlimited voice, text message, and data within the EU) Cafeteria package Private Medical Services Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing and mental health Life and accident insurance You can work remotely overseas for 20 days a year 16 weeks fully paid parental leave.

This applies to all non-birthing partners who become parents due to birth or adoption You and your family members can enjoy several discounts from our partners You will be working in a hybrid model, which means 3 days working from home with 2 days office visit per week What skills you will learn Advanced programme leadership in global trade compliance transformation.

Practical application of technology and data to embed compliance controls. Strategic stakeholder engagement across complex, matrixed organisations. Managing regulatory change and embedding sustainable operating models at enterprise level.

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