Senior Manager Export Controls

About us

Dyson is a pioneering global technology company. We are all about better ideas and new technologies. We believe everything could be better.

At Dyson, we are encouraged to think differently, challenge convention, and be unafraid to make mistakes. We’re creative, collaborative, practical, and enthusiastic. But most of all we’re hugely passionate about what we do.

Our energy, determination, and success mean that our business continues to grow at a remarkable pace. We explore new opportunities wherever we find them and we’re investing heavily in our products, our people, and our infrastructure to ensure that we remain ahead of our competitors and deliver the quality that our customers have come to expect from Dyson.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager Export Controls to lead our efforts in shaping and managing export control compliance within our organization. This role reflects our company's dedication to compliance and its integral role in our business strategy. As the Senior Manager Export Controls, you will work closely with the Legal, RDD teams, and engineers to develop and implement robust export control processes and strategies.

Other responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to create, update, and maintain export control policies and procedures to align with changing regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Determine product classification, including Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) for finished goods, spares and accessories, tooling and equipment, and software, ensuring accurate export documentation.
• Prepare and submit export license applications to relevant government authorities for all products in scope and oversee license management.
• Develop and deliver export control training programs to employees across the organization, including RDD teams, engineers, and relevant stakeholders, raising awareness and fostering a culture of compliance.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments for all products in scope to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and assess their impact on export controls, providing guidance on compliant integration.
• Develop and oversee incident response procedures for export control violations related to all products in scope and report any non-compliance incidents to regulatory authorities when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with RDD teams, engineers, and cross-functional teams, including legal, supply chain, and product development, to ensure export control considerations are integrated into product design and production processes for all relevant products.

About you

The ideal candidate should be comfortable working independently and not overly reliant on existing structures, as this is a new role within Dyson. They must have at least a bachelor's degree in a related field (preferably with advanced degrees or certifications in export controls or trade compliance), a minimum of 5 years of experience in export control compliance within the consumer electronics or technology industry, and in-depth knowledge of international trade regulations, such as the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Dual-Use Regulations.

The ideal candidate will:

• Strong understanding of product classification, licensing, and embargoed countries, especially for finished goods, spares and accessories, tooling and equipment, and software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and cultures.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-sufficiency and strong self-organization skills
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to ensuring compliance and mitigating risk.

Benefits 

Financial: 

• Performance related bonus 

• Company paid Life Assurance 

• Discounts on Dyson machines 

• Competitive pension scheme 

• Purchase additional holidays  

Lifestyle: 

• 27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays 

• Free bus travel to and from Malmesbury campus from Bristol, Chippenham and Swindon 

• On-site parking 

• Endless free coffee and tea, and a free lunch  

• Free on-site hair salon 

• On-site lifestyle Assist 

• Electric vehicle scheme  

Health: 

• Private Medical insurance for all employees 

• Employee Assistance Program for employee and dependents 

• Digital GP and prescription service 

• Fertility treatment support 

• On-site gym and sports centre 

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Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.