Trade Compliance Duty Manager

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.

We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

The Duty and Compliance Manager will oversee all activities related to customs duty management, including duty exemption programs, import/export control, and customs compliance. This role ensures that goods are moved in and out of the Kingdom in compliance with local and international regulations while maximizing cost efficiency through effective duty exemption strategies.

The Duty and Compliance Manager will lead a team responsible for managing compliance activities with various local regulators, ensuring accurate documentation, liaising with government authorities, and safeguarding the organization from compliance risks. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in trade compliance, and excellent stakeholder management skills.

• Lead and manage the company’s customs duty exemption programs, ensuring eligibility, approvals, and renewals are maintained.
• Oversee submission and follow-up of duty exemption requests with governmental entities.
• Monitor compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations and ensure accurate reporting for duty-exempt transactions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs through proper duty exemption utilization.

• Oversee import/export compliance operations, including HS classification, valuation, and licensing requirements.
• Manage and monitor import/export licenses, permits, and special authorizations.
• Ensure accurate documentation for customs clearance (invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.).
• Implement and enforce internal controls for import/export processes to mitigate regulatory risks.
• Conduct restricted party screenings and end-use/end-user checks for controlled exports.

• Ensure 100% compliance with Saudi Customs, GAZT/ZATCA, SFDA, SASO, and international trade regulations.
• Develop, implement, and update policies and procedures related to duty exemption and trade compliance.
• Conduct periodic internal audits and prepare for external government audits.
• Investigate and report suspected violations of customs or trade regulations, ensuring corrective actions.
• Maintain centralized…