Trade Compliance Manager

Trade Compliance Manager

PPG Industries

Shildon

The UK Trade Compliance Manager serves as the primary liaison between UK Aerospace facilities and the Global Trade Compliance Manager. You will lead and oversee the UK Aerospace Trade Compliance Programme to ensure full compliance with all applicable export/import regulations and our procedures.

You will report to the Global Trade Compliance Manager.

This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

Export Compliance Leadership

• You will lead export compliance programmes across the United Kingdom ensuring compliance with U.S., UK, EU, and applicable local export control regulations.
• Maintain expert-level knowledge of our Export Management Procedures, Corporate Export Compliance Procedures, and supporting SOPs.
• Be the primary local subject matter expert for export controls, sanctions, and trade compliance matters.
• Develop and implement local policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with corporate compliance requirements.

U.S. Export Controls

• Ensure compliance with U.S. export regulations including:

- U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

- U.S. Department of State Directorate of Defence Trade Controls International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

- Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctions regulations

• Provide guidance on jurisdiction, classification, licensing requirements, deemed exports, reexports, and technology transfer.
• Coordinate with local counsel and government agencies regarding licensing and compliance matters for the United Kingdom.

Licensing and Authorizations for the U.K.

• Prepare, and manage export license applications, agreements, and authorizations.
• Maintain compliance with license conditions and provisos.
• Support technical assistance agreements, manufacturing agreements, and other government authorizations when applicable.

Screening & Due Diligence

• Oversee restricted party screening, sanctions screening, and end-use/end-user reviews.
• Conduct risk assessments involving distributors, agents, resellers, and customers.
• Review transactions involving high-risk jurisdictions and sanctioned countries.

Technology Control & Data Transfers

• Establish and maintain Technology Control Plans (TCPs).
• Advise on cross-border transfers of technical data through cloud systems, collaboration platforms, and engineering environments.
• Evaluate foreign national access to controlled technology and technical data.

Training & Audits

• Develop and deliver export compliance training programmes for employees, management, engineering, sales, and supply chain teams for the United Kingdom.
• Train all new backup personnel.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance reviews.
• Support investigations, corrective actions, and voluntary disclosures.

Business Support

• Partner with sales, engineering, procurement, logistics, legal, and operations teams to facilitate compliant international business.
• Provide practical guidance to balance regulatory compliance with our goals.

Reporting & Governance

• Monitor regulatory changes affecting the UK and communicate impacts to leadership.
• Report compliance risks and programme effectiveness to EU Legal Teams and US Global Trade Compliance Manager.

Qualifications

• 10 years of export compliance experience.
• Knowledge of EAR, ITAR, OFAC, UK export controls, and EU Dual-Use regulations.
• Experience managing regional compliance programmes across multiple countries.
• Work with senior leadership and government agencies globally.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us:

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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