Head of Export Control Policy

Head of Export Control Policy

Full time

Ideally London but would consider Derby or Bristol too/Hybrid

What you will be doing

• Manage the performance, resources and output of a team of export control managers

• Provide leadership to senior export control managers and/or specialised professional staff in a multi-discipline team

• Plan the activities and strategy for the team to achieve the global deliverables set by the accountable Global Head

• Responsible for a devolved budget or project with financial responsibilities and budgetary implications

• Monitor and keep up-to-date with the export regulations of all countries with which the organisation conducts business

• Liaise with other export control personnel to develop an understanding of the impact of export regulations on the business of the company as a whole

• Identify opportunities to influence the internal compliance programme as well as export legislation and implementation, working with the other Heads and the Director, Strategic Export Control to provide expertise to the legislative process

• Develop an organisational understanding, at a senior level, of the importance to the adherence to export control regulations

• Develop and implement strategies for export control compliance in line with the needs of the organisation and the internal compliance programme

• Be part of the global team which provides specialist knowledge, guidance and advice to the organisation on export control issues relating to its strategic and tactical requirements

• Develop and provide general and organisation-specific training and communication on export control

• Lead Integrated Project Teams across all functions and all geographical locations addressing export control issues

Why Rolls-Royce?

Work with us and we’ll welcome you into a culture of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. We will listen first, embrace feedback and act with integrity. We will invest in your continuous learning and development, and make sure you have access to a wide breadth and depth of opportunities to grow your career and make a difference.

We offer excellent development, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home or another remote location.  It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement.  As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, frequency will depend on business needs, nature of role, what works for the team and for the individual. Discover more on our GBS Service Portal about hybrid working.

Who we’re looking for

Being a part of Rolls-Royce you’ll know we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference.  These principles form our behaviours. They are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

• Specialist knowledge of relevant sanctions and export regulations

• Ability to analyse complex business situations and to advise on the impact of export control regulations

• Ability to develop and implement strategic and tactical processes for export control compliance

• Ability to manage people and resources

Join us & help Rolls-Royce to become a high-performing, competitive, resilient business.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. 

The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. 

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.

Learn more about our global Inclusion Strategy

Grade: Management Level B

Closing Date: 24th October 2025

For further information please contact: Alison Connaughton