Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today’s world.
At Smiths Group plc, we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170-year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and are proud to be a company with values grounded in integrity, respect, ownership, customer focus, and passion.
Job DescriptionThe Trade Compliance Specialist will play a critical role on the SDI legal team, ensuring the company maintains the highest standards of compliance across our global operations. Reporting to the Director of Trade Compliance and Security, this role leverages hands-on execution to navigate the complex landscape of international trade regulations, US Export Controls, and other compliance matters. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and continuously improving company-wide policies and procedures that protect the organization while enabling business growth in highly regulated markets. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to translate regulatory changes into actionable business practices, conduct risk assessments, and build a culture of compliance awareness throughout the organization.
Essential functions—essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and the frequency with which the tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job.
Job duties to include but are not limited to;
- Partner with the Director of Trade Compliance and Security to maintain, update, and continuously evolve the Company’s comprehensive regulatory compliance and corporate policies and procedures across global operations
- Work in coordination with our other Trade Compliance Analyst to build initiatives, including the creation, review, and implementation of policies and procedures resulting from regulatory changes
- Apply and interpret audit and compliance requirements for various departments
- Monitor compliance workstreams within the business
- Conduct thorough due diligence on international customers, business partners, and transactions to ensure compliance with export control requirements
- Enforce robust control systems and consistent approaches to address violations of legal rules and internal policies
- Maintaining restricted party screening procedures
- Perform regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas for improvement
- Prepare and file required regulatory reports and documentation with appropriate agencies
- Develop and deliver comprehensive compliance training programs and processes for staff across all departments and geographic locations
Education Requirements
· Required education and experience—Bachelors degree;
· Preferred education and experience—Degree in law, business, internation relations or a related field.
Years of Experience: 1-3 Years experience
Education Level: Bachelors Degree
Additional Information
We offer…
Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: The compensation for this position ranges from $47,929- 107,880. (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant and alignment with internal and market data.) This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Reward & Benefits tab on our main careers page at https://www.smithsdetection.com/careers/.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
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What We Do
For over 170 years, Smiths Group has been pioneering progress by engineering a better future. We serve millions of people every year, to help make the world safer, more energy efficient and productive, and better connected, across four global markets: Energy, General Industrial, Safety & Security, and Aerospace & Defence.
Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs more than 15,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. For more information visit www.smiths.com.
We're looking for people with curious minds. Who want responsibility and relish a challenge. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, our global scale and focus on growth means we have some great career opportunities for you. There's never been a better time to join Smiths.
