QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future.

We're looking for a Trade Compliance Manager to bring their expertise and leadership to our Australian operations. In this critical role, you'll provide trusted advice and guidance on trade compliance, helping business units implement effective solutions and maintain the highest standards.

Your focus will be on ensuring best practices across trade compliance processes, export/import management, and strategic decision-making—aligned with Group Trade Compliance requirements. You'll also play a key role in bids, programs, and business development, adding value and assurance at every stage.

To achieve this, the role will:

• Support the Australian business’ transformation and integration Trade Compliance roadmap to ensure the alignment of the Australian business to QinetiQ Group Trade Compliance Requirements (policy, processes, tools and systems) and other Group requirements around governance, risk management, as well as performance reporting; so as to ensure that the Australian business units are capable of enacting best practice Trade compliance processes, decision-making and export/import management
• Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the Australian business, Group Trade Compliance, other QinetiQ sectors, suppliers and other external stakeholders
• Monitor Trade Compliance developments applicable to Australia and provide market intelligence to internal key stakeholders to support strategic planning and project delivery
• Support the evaluation and development of Australian business Trade Compliance competence and professional standards to meet business requirements and growth aspiration; team and individual.

You will bring with you:

• Proven experience and knowledge of International Trade Compliance (ITC) practices and theory, whether in legal and/or compliance role with a primary focus on Trade Compliance
• Knowledge and understanding of, and experience in implementing Australian and US export controls (Military and Dual Use)
  Experience operating within Defence and technology markets
• Degree in a Business or Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
• Experience in integration and transformation programs
• Demonstrated successful progression of leadership roles and responsibilities
• Willingness to travel, both domestic and international
• Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:  minimum Australian NV1 security clearance

In terms of location, we will consider candidates from Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide or Brisbane.

If you're ready to influence operations and support business success through compliance excellence, we want to hear from you.

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Whilst expressions of interest must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Narica Chappel via email; nchappel@qinetiq.com.au 

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.