Export Control & Trade Compliance Specialist

Who We Are

Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to-end solution offering, with four service lines – Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy – to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group. Akkodis is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate.

About the Project Team

Our client is a globally recognized leader in the consumer technology industry, renowned for its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and the highest standards of compliance and integrity. Operating across a complex international landscape, the organization offers exposure to sophisticated global trade compliance frameworks and the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This role provides valuable experience supporting sanctions and export compliance activities within a highly regulated multinational setting.

Job Title: Export Control & Trade Compliance Specialist

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Export Control & Trade Compliance professional to ensure compliance with international export control regulations, particularly relating to cross-border transfers of controlled products, software, technology and technical data.

The role will primarily focus on export controls and technology transfers involving China, Europe and the US, with sanctions compliance as an additional responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and implement export control regulations, including US EAR, ITAR, EU Dual-Use Regulations and China Export Control requirements.

• Conduct export classification, licensing assessments and regulatory reviews for controlled products, software and technology.

• Assess cross-border transfers of engineering data, source code, technical documentation and other controlled information.

• Evaluate end-user and end-use risks and identify potential regulatory restrictions.

• Conduct restricted-party and sanctions screening of customers, suppliers and business partners.

• Develop internal export control policies, procedures and employee training.

• Work closely with Legal, Compliance, Engineering, R&D and business teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Business, Engineering, International Trade or a related discipline.

• Relevant experience in Export Control, Global Trade Compliance or International Trade Compliance.

• Working knowledge of US EAR, ITAR, EU Dual-Use Regulations and/or China export control requirements.

• Hands-on experience in export classification, licensing, end-user/end-use assessments and technology transfers.

• Experience dealing with cross-border technology transfers, particularly China-Europe or China-US, will be advantageous.

• Sanctions and restricted-party screening experience is an added advantage.

Preferred Industry Background

Aerospace & Defence, Automotive, Semiconductor, Electronics, Industrial Automation, Engineering and High-Tech Manufacturing.

Note: Candidates with purely AML/KYC or financial sanctions-screening experience, without hands-on export control or technology-transfer exposure, will not be suitable.

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