Trade Compliance Officer - France
hace 5 días
Saint-Amand-les-Eaux
In collaboration with Quest Executive Search, Get Hunted is supporting Comrod France in the recruitment of a Trade Compliance Officer. This is a key local compliance role reporting directly to the CEO of Comrod France and working closely with Group Compliance and international stakeholders. COMPANY OVERVIEW Comrod has been a leader in high-performance technology since 1946, dedicated to serving the world’s most demanding customers in the marine, defense and aerospace sectors. Headquartered in Norway, with a significant subsidiary in Saint-Amand-les-Eaux, France, Comrod provides cutting-edge solutions ranging from NATO-standard antennas to ruggedized power supplies and tactical masts. Our technology is widely utilized globally. POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to: Comrod France CEO About the Role We are seeking a structured and proactive Local Compliance Officer (LCO) to support Comrod France in the implementation of the Group’s compliance framework, with a primary focus on export controls, sanctions, and third-party due diligence. You will play a key role in ensuring that all business activities are conducted in line with applicable regulations and internal procedures, and act as a trusted advisor to the local organisation on compliance matters. Key Responsibilities • Ensure the effective implementation and day-to-day application of Comrod Group’s compliance policies, procedures, and checklists, • Maintain compliance records and documentation, • Review and assess transactions, including sales, technology transfers, and purchasing/procurement, in line with export control requirements and internal processes, • Take ownership of the follow-up and documentation of export-controlled parts and materials throughout the purchasing and supply chain process, • Conduct risk-based due diligence on customers, partners, suppliers and end-users, including screening and documentation of findings, • Identify potential compliance risks and escalate red flags to local management and Group Compliance as appropriate, • Prepare clear and structured compliance assessments and summaries to support decision-making, • Support training and awareness initiatives to strengthen compliance culture within the organisation, • Act as the primary local point of contact for compliance-related queries, • Support licensing applications and liaise with external advisors and governmental authorities on compliance matters, • Take ownership of compliance matters within the local jurisdiction, • Support with contract negotiations and customer dialogue regarding compliance as applicable, • Provide support on general and commercial legal matters when needed, including terms and conditions, contracts, and other related agreements, • Strengthen trade compliance awareness across French business and operational teams by providing ongoing guidance and specialized training. Required Qualifications • At least 5 years of experience in compliance, legal, export controls, or related fields, preferably within the defence sector, • Strong understanding of risk assessment and due diligence processes, • Structured, analytical, and detail-oriented approach, • High level of integrity and sound judgment, • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functions, • Fluency in French and English is required to support effective communication between local operations and global headquarters.
