Inhouse International Trade Lawyer – Trade Compliance, Sanctions & Export Control
Reporting Line:
Group General Counsel Location:
TBD (Corporate HQ / hybrid) Seniority:
5–7 years of experience
The Context
The Group operates internationally as a manufacturer of
Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs)
in the
High-Mix Low-Volume
segment and serves the
Aerospace & Defence, MedTech and High-Performance Electronics
markets. In a highly regulated international trade environment, the
Legal & Compliance
function plays a critical role in supporting the Group’s global operations, ensuring that cross-border activities are conducted in compliance with applicable
export control, sanctions, customs and trade regulations
across jurisdictions.
The Role
The
Inhouse International Trade Lawyer
operates in a complex and evolving international regulatory landscape and serves as the
internal reference point for international trade law
within the Group.
The role combines
deep technical expertise in trade compliance
with a
significant commercial and contractual dimension, and is central to the
design, implementation and continuous evolution of the Group’s trade compliance framework. The position involves close and ongoing interaction with
corporate functions and local teams, with active involvement in projects related to growth, integration and continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
Support and coordinate international trade legal matters, including export control, sanctions and customs compliance, across multiple jurisdictions,
in close collaboration with the Group General Counsel. Develop, implement and maintain the Group’s
trade compliance framework, including policies, procedures and internal controls related to export controls, sanctions regimes and customs requirements. Advise on
product classification
for export control purposes (e.g. EU Dual-Use, EAR, ITAR, military items) and on
customs classification
(HS / CN codes), working closely with technical and operational teams. Assess and manage
sanctions and export control risks
in commercial transactions, customer and third-party relationships, and cross-border flows of goods, software, technology and technical assistance. Provide legal support on
licensing strategies, export authorisations, exemptions and reporting obligations, including interaction with external advisors and competent authorities where required. Draft, review and negotiate international commercial contracts, with particular focus on trade compliance, sanctions, export control, customs and risk allocation clauses. Act as a
legal business partner
to commercial and operational teams, supporting compliant deal structuring without compromising business objectives. Contribute to
trade compliance training and awareness initiatives
tailored to relevant business functions and risk profiles. Participate in
continuous improvement and digitalisation initiatives, including the implementation of trade compliance tools, screening solutions and automation of classification and control processes.
What We Are Looking For
Law degree and
5–7 years of experience, preferably within multinational organisations or international law firms, with focus on international trade law, export control, sanctions and
international commercial contracts. Strong hands-on knowledge of
export control regimes
(e.g. EU Dual-Use Regulation, U.S. EAR and ITAR) and
international sanctions frameworks. Solid experience in
customs law, including tariff classification and interaction with customs authorities. Proven ability to manage
international commercial contracts
in regulated cross-border environments. Excellent command of
English ; additional languages are a strong plus. Comfortable operating in
international and matrixed environments .
How You Work
Highly structured, detail-oriented and comfortable with regulatory complexity. Pragmatic and business-minded, with the confidence to take ownership of trade and contractual decisions. Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with non-legal stakeholders. Proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
Why This Role
Strategic role
at the intersection of law, international trade and business operations. Direct reporting line to the
Group General Counsel
and exposure to senior stakeholders. Opportunity to
own and shape both the trade compliance and international contracting agenda
in a global industrial group. International scope with tangible impact on business execution and growth.