Export Control & Sanctions Specialist

Job TitleExport Control & Sanctions Specialist

Job Description

We’re looking for a Export Controls & Sanctions Specialist APAC to join our our Global Trade Compliance Team in Malaysia.

Working for Signify means being creative and adaptive. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to diversity and inclusion creates an environment that allows you to build your skills and career. Together, we’re transforming our industry.

As the world leader in lighting, we’re constantly ahead of the curve. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we’re breaking new grounds in data analytics, AI, and smart homes, offices, cities and more!

Signify is proud to be a leader in climate action, acting in line with the latest climate science. We are committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2040.

As a Export Controls & Sanctions Specialist APAC you’ll be responsible for supporting APAC region with setting up a trade compliance platform on export control & sanctions, fulfilment of local reporting requirements to government authorities and providing input to internal and external audits.

We’re on the lookout for forward-thinking innovators with a passion for sustainability. If you match this description, get in touch!

What you’ll do

• Perform as part to the global Export Control and Sanctions team headed by Global Export Controls and Sanctions officer to support development, deployment, and implementation of changes to export control compliance policies and procedures regionally and on a global scale.

• Lead and manage export controls & sanctions compliance topics in APAC including partnership with local ECOs, review for 3rd Party Screening escalations, acting as a subject matter to contribute to decision making processes.

• Maintain in-house knowledge of developments in regulatory landscape.

• Assure development and lead effective awareness training programs in APAC.

• Contribute and maintain risk country policies and ensure related implementations throughout the organization.

• Identify dual-use items and perform license management where applicable.

• Monitor and evaluate the performance of compliance programs in APAC.

• Represent Signify to regional internal and external audits, business reviews, and investigations from local government authorities.

Your qualifications

• University degree in legal (at least bachelor), or international business, or supply chain/logistics.

• Similar work experience at least 3 years in the same capacity

• Experienced in 3rd party screening programs, processes, and software.

• Experienced in conducting workshops, trainings, and influencing nonhierarchical stakeholders.

• Extensive working experience in a multinational/APAC environment.

•  Having good understanding and insights of the business needs and ability to maintain a long-term partnership with internal and external key business partners.

•  Specific knowledge of Chinese export controls and sanctions laws and regulations.

•  Understanding of regional licensing requirements.

• Business proficiency in Mandarin and English is a must

• Adherence to strong business ethical standards, high sense of following commitments, understanding of business needs, ability to adopt process improvements, and drive change.

• Preferable SAP knowledge.

• Businesslike attitude in a complex stakeholder landscape, strong recognition of team work.

Our candidate profile is just a guide. We know that many talented people only apply for jobs when there is an exact match. If you don't fit all the criteria but believe this role is for you, we would very much like to hear from you.

What you’ll get in return…

Challenging job enabling your leading role in the region, professional growth and strong integration into the Global Trade Compliance team.

We’re offering multiple opportunities for career development, like mentoring, coaching and stretch assignments, with strong international exposure for dynamic profiles. Learning is fundamental to our culture. Through continuous learning, we are transforming the industry. You have the chance to learn every day, acquire new skills and perspectives through customized online programs, and on-the-job experiences.

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