Trade Compliance Specialist

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

**About the Team**

The RDA Trade Compliance Team manages a range of trade compliance responsibilities for the organisation, both global as well as domestic. We ensure the projects meet all of their regulatory requirements relating to importing and exporting of military equipment and technology, transport and storage of weapons and ammunition, and adherence to export controls for Australia as well as all our trading partners including European, U.S. and others.

**About the Role**

We are happy to hire someone on a full or part time basis for this position, and offer WFH and flexible work arrangements
- As the
- **Trade Compliance Specialist**, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks may include:

- Providing expert advice and guidance on requirements and obligations of exporting defence articles, technical data and defence services under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), as well as Australian and non-US control regimes;
- Identifying licensing requirements for assigned projects in order to manage associated regulatory risks;
- Ensuring products and technical data are marked and dealt with correctly, and that RDA has the required approvals in place for technical data and goods;
- Providing guidance to the project teams regarding access to controlled technology;
- Acting as Subject Matter Expert for assigned projects including participating in project team meetings as required;
- Assisting with the preparation, delivery and monitoring of export control training;
- Providing support and training for junior staff;
- Providing day-to-day assistance, communications, briefings, awareness, and assistance to employees on import/export controls for existing programs and new business opportunities;
- Liaising with Australian and international government agencies;
- Liaising with European trade compliance colleagues in other Rheinmetall entities; and
- Managing the State and Federal explosives, munitions and firearms licences for RDA and RMMVA.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

**What are we looking for?**

Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of **Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust**. This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:

- Ability to work as part of a small dedicated team or independently;
- Knowledge and experience of global trade laws and regulations in the defence environment, including ITAR, EAR, FMS, Australian Customs and Defence Trade Controls legislation, and those of other non-US trading partners;
- Understanding of the industry "best practices" for compliance;
- Analytical ability and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal;
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law, or related discipline;
- Experience in classifying products under the ITAR and EAR;
- Experience with State and Federal explosives and munitions import, storage and transport laws and licenses;
- Substantial experience in Supply Chain, Logistics and Customs Procedures;
- You will need to travel interstate, and internationally if required; and
- You must be able to obtain and maintain a Defence security clearance, as a minimum at AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 1.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Have a long weekend every second week with a 9 day working fortnight
- Working in a great team and with exciting products
- Internal incentive and referral program
- Opportunity for career development and further training
- Strong links to our global Rheinmetall community
- Opportunity to work on major projects such as LAND 400
- Attractive Remuneration package with salary sacrificing & novated leases
- Flexibility in workplace settings offering opportunities to work in multiple locations
- Corporate discounts with gyms, private health funds and various car dealerships
- Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their families overall wellbeing

WHO WE ARE

Rheinmetall Defence Australia (RDA) is a major Defence company with operations across Australia and New Zealand delivering specialist Defence capability to the Australian Defence Force and New Zealand Defence Force. RDA is a subsidiary of Rheinmetall, a global technology group based in Dusseldorf, Germany. RDA is a trusted partner to the ADF through its three divisions - Vehicle Systems, Electronics Solutions and Weapon and Ammunition. RDA is rapidly growing its Australian footprint to deliver system solutions and capabilty to the ADF in the areas of mobility, lethality, reconnaissance, protection and sustainment.

Rheinmetall recognises the strength that comes with employee diversity. We are commited to providing an inclusive work environment where each employee is treated fairly and respectfully. Diversity is critical to our ability to work sucessfully as a tea