Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications
Cyber (UK) BusinessJoin the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield—find your place in the future of defense.
Cyber Business
Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.
International Trade Compliance Specialist: Key Responsibilities:
Acts as the organizational Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the export of Military List (ML) technologies and dual-use goods, providing strategic guidance on classification, licensing, and compliance with international export control frameworks.
Brings detailed knowledge and proven experience of UK and US export control regulations and processes, including OGEL, OIEL, SIEL, EAR, and ITAR requirements.
Possesses in-depth knowledge of UK export licensing regimes, including the application, administration, and compliance requirements for OGELs, OIELs, and SIELs, as well as the preparation and submission of annual reports.
Demonstrates comprehensive expertise in F680 approval processes, Exhibition Clearance protocols, and Crown Exemption provisions, ensuring full compliance with UK defence export control and government security regulations.
Extensive experience with the SPIRE/LITE system, managing licensing applications for both F680s and export licenses.
Applies thorough understanding of ECJU International Trade formalities and processes, facilitating effective engagement with the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) and supporting robust trade compliance management.
Proven ability to design, implement, and oversee export control frameworks and compliance processes that ensure adherence to both US and UK export control laws within complex and high-value programs.
Experienced in interpreting complex technology requirements and advising engineering, project, and business development teams on the classification of Military List and Dual-Use items, applying export controls and best practices to maintain full legal compliance.
Ability to develop and deliver training to the organisation in matters of International Trade
Strong understanding of commercial elements of international trade, including but not limited to Letters of Credit, INCOTERMS, and ATA Carnets.
Experience managing intangible exports, ensuring appropriate controls and compliance with UK and US export regulations.
Experienced in managing overseas travel, maintaining compliance with all relevant export control and security requirements
Security Clearance:
Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain SC security clearance
Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance for the role. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. For more information, please visit the UKSV website.
Our Benefits
Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including:
Participation in an Annual Bonus Scheme
Private Medical Cover
25 days’ holiday (plus Bank Holidays) with the option to buy an extra 5 days
Pension Contribution
4 x Life Assurance Cover
Flexible working hours with opportunity for a 1pm finish on a Friday
Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more
Security Clearance Allowance – where relevant and subject to you holding the required security clearance
At Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be the best version of yourself. We also believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures will increase our diversity of thinking, ensuring we successfully deliver to our customers. We, therefore, do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We also support requests for flexible working arrangements wherever possible. If you have any issues with your application, please email us at careers@ultra-ic.com