Testia GmbH - Export Control Officer (m/w/d)

Job Description:
Position’s Summary

• Location: Getafe (Madrid), or Toulouse, or Bremen
  
• Duration: Full Time
  
• Contract: Unlimited
  
• Department: Legal & People
  
• Reports to: HO Legal & Compliance
  
• Number of openings: 1
  
• Start Date: As soon as possible
  
• Interested candidates have to submit their resume in English, along with a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience.
  

About Export Control & GDPR Compliance Officer (m/f/d)
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Export Control Officer to join our team. This position is responsible for ensuring that the company complies with all relevant export control laws, regulations, and trade restrictions while also ensuring adequate governance framework and processes are in place. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of international trade regulations, export control regulations , and risk management principles.
Export Control Officer Duties:

• Ensure Compliance:
  Responsible for the implementation of export control policies and procedures for Testia Group in line with international laws and regulations, including the EAR (Export Administration Regulations) and ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and national regulations where the company operates.
  
• Classification of Items:
  Evaluate and classify products, technologies, and services for export control purposes to determine whether a license is required.
  
• Licensing Management:
  Prepare, submit, and manage export license applications for products and technologies subject to U.S. or foreign export control laws.
  
• Sanctions & Embargoes:
  Monitor and maintain compliance with economic and trade sanctions imposed by governments and international bodies (e.g., OFAC, UN, EU).
  
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation:
  Conduct risk assessments for potential export violations and develop strategies for risk mitigation.
  
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Maintain accurate records of all export transactions and prepare required reports for regulatory authorities.
  
• Liaison:
  Serve as the main point of contact with regulatory agencies for export control matters. Advise and support all areas and entities involved in the foreign trade (Testia internally, external suppliers and service providers), with respect to ensuring necessary authorizations are in place and taking into account the specific terms and conditions.
  
• Training & Awareness:
  Develop and deliver regular training sessions for employees to ensure awareness of export control obligations and responsibilities.
  

What we look for
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Law, International Business, Compliance, Information Security, or a related field. (A master's degree is a plus)
  
• At least 3 years of experience in Export Control.
  
• High level of understanding of export control laws (EAR, ITAR) and trade sanctions.- Experience with export licensing, product classification, sanctions screening, and compliance auditing.
  

Skills:

• Good knowledge of export control regulations, and regulatory frameworks.
  
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
  
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
  

Personal Attributes:

• High ethical standards and integrity.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Proactive and solution-oriented approach to compliance challenges.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
  
• Effective at building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  

Benefits

• Professional development in an international company providing strong career opportunities
  
• Extensive employee benefits within Testia and Airbus Group
  

Recruitment Process
Interested candidates have to submit their resume in English, along with a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience.
You can always check the status of your application on the Workday website.
After your application through Workday, in the majority of cases, the stages will be:

• A Recruiter reviews your application.
  
• You will be contacted and/or interviewed by a Recruiter.
  
• An interview with the Hiring Manager will be scheduled.
  
• If needed, a last interview with the Hiring Team will be scheduled.
  
• The Hiring Team decides on the final candidate.
  
• Offer call with a Recruiter.
  
• A contract is signed.
  

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
TESTIA GmbH
Contract Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
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