Trade Compliance Manager

## Trade Compliance Manager Apply remote type:
Onsite locations:
Stamford, Connecticut time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR101943

The Compliance Manager supports the implementation and ongoing enforcement of the Company’s compliance program, with a primary focus on global trade regulations and a secondary focus on U.S. federal contract requirements. This role demands an unwavering commitment to the highest standards of ethics and integrity. The Compliance Manager is responsible for planning and conducting internal audits, performing compliance assessments, and serving as a recognized subject matter expert in import/export compliance and demonstrated experience with U.S. federal contract compliance.

As a strategic business partner, the Compliance Manager collaborates closely with leadership and operational teams across the organization to promote a culture of compliance and to proactively mitigate risk. This position reports directly to the Director of Compliance and Ethics.
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
** Trade Compliance
* Subject matter expert on U.S. export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), trade embargoes, anti‐boycott rules.
* Provide operational guidance and hands‐on support to business units on export and import compliance matters.
* Deliver expert support for compliance assessments, internal audits, and external reviews, offering informed recommendations based on regulatory requirements and risk considerations.
* Oversee the development, execution, and monitoring of remediation and corrective action plans resulting from audits, investigations, assessments, reviews, or self‐identified compliance issues.
* Develop and deliver export compliance training programs for business unit personnel to strengthen organizational awareness and adherence to trade regulations.
* Assist in drafting, enhancing, and implementing company policies, procedures, and internal management systems related to U.S. trade laws, global trade principles, and compliance controls.
* Support export‐compliance due diligence activities for potential acquisitions and assist in the post‐acquisition integration and training of acquired entities to align them with the Company’s compliance program requirements.

Government Contracting
* Provide operational support to business units on federal contract compliance obligations, including contract interpretation, clause analysis, flow‐down requirements, reporting obligations, safeguarding requirements, and compliance with contract‐specific terms and conditions. Liaise with external counsel when specialized government contract support is required.
* Conduct internal assessments, audits, and monitoring activities related to federal contract compliance, including reviews of timekeeping, labor charging, cost allowability, procurement practices, and adherence to business system requirements.
* Support remediation and corrective action plans resulting from federal contract compliance audits, investigations, assessments, government inquiries, or self‐identified issues, ensuring timely closure and effective long‐term risk mitigation.
* Provide compliance support for government audits and reviews, including interactions with oversight bodies such as the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), and other federal auditing or surveillance entities.
* Assist in drafting, updating, and implementing policies, procedures, and internal controls related to federal contract compliance, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory requirements and company standards.
* Participate in due diligence for potential acquisitions as needed, evaluating federal contract compliance risks and assisting with integration, onboarding, and training of acquired entities into the Company’s compliance framework.
** REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
*** Minimum of 10 years of professional experience supporting operational business units in trade compliance and/or federal contract compliance matters.
* Extensive knowledge and hands‐on experience with U.S. export control…