Trade Compliance Manager

**Job Title**:
Trade Compliance Manager
**Location**:
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
**Role Type**:
Permanent Full Time
QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.
Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.
If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.
With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.
We're looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to bring their expertise and leadership to our Australian operations. In this critical role, you'll provide trusted advice and guidance on trade compliance, helping business units implement effective solutions and maintain the highest standards.
Your focus will be on ensuring best practices across trade compliance processes, export/import management, and strategic decision-making—aligned with Group Trade Compliance requirements. You'll also play a key role in bids, programs, and business development, adding value and assurance at every stage.
**To achieve this, the role will**:
Support the Australian business’ transformation and integration Trade Compliance roadmap to ensure the alignment of the Australian business to QinetiQ Group Trade Compliance Requirements (policy, processes, tools and systems) and other Group requirements around governance, risk management, as well as performance reporting; so as to ensure that the Australian business units are capable of enacting best practice Trade compliance processes, decision-making and export/import management
Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the Australian business, Group Trade Compliance, other QinetiQ sectors, suppliers and other external stakeholders
Monitor Trade Compliance developments applicable to Australia and provide market intelligence to internal key stakeholders to support strategic planning and project delivery
Support the evaluation and development of Australian business Trade Compliance competence and professional standards to meet business requirements and growth aspiration; team and individual.
**You will bring with you**:
Proven experience and knowledge of International Trade Compliance (ITC) practices and theory, whether in legal and/or compliance role with a primary focus on Trade Compliance
Knowledge and understanding of, and experience in implementing Australian and US export controls (Military and Dual Use)
Experience operating within Defence and technology markets
Degree in a Business or Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
Experience in integration and transformation programs
Demonstrated successful progression of leadership roles and responsibilities
Willingness to travel, both domestic and international
**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain**: minimum Australian NV1 security clearance
If you're ready to influence operations and support business success through compliance excellence, we want to hear from you.
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Looking for an Employer with Benefits?
At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.
**Some of our benefits include**:
Individual Professional development allowance
Access to LinkedIn Learning
Flexible work
Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
Annual incentive scheme
Complimentary salary continuance insurance
Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
Relaxed dress code