Emea Trade Compliance Specialist

We are a leading multinational company specializing in the design and manufacture of electric motors. With a global footprint and a commitment to innovation, we are currently seeking a highly motivated EMEA Trade Compliance Specialist .

Mission

Safeguard the company’s international trade operations across EMEA by ensuring end-to-end compliance with applicable import/export, customs, sanctions, and trade control regulations—while enabling responsible growth through clear guidance, risk-based execution, and continuous improvement of trade compliance processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Customs & Classification Operations: Implement and maintain EMEA trade compliance policies. Ensure accurate HS classification and documentation for all cross-border activities (new SKUs, imports/exports/returns). Oversee and audit the performance of customs Brokers/Agents to guarantee accurate declarations.
• Sanctions & Export Controls: Manage restricted party screening for customers and suppliers. Evaluate trade compliance scenarios related to export controls, licensing needs, and restricted end-use/end-users, coordinating the escalation of potential concerns.
• Risk Management & Audits: Perform risk assessments and identify vulnerabilities in shipping terms, valuations, and origin records. Support internal reviews, regulatory inquiries, and audit remediation, maintaining appropriate records and compliance dashboards (BI).
• Advisory & Training: Act as the main point of contact for internal teams regarding cross-border shipments and trade-related requirements. Provide practical guidance and training to non-specialist stakeholders to ensure compliant execution.

Requirements

• Background & Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, International Business, Economics, or related fields (relevant certifications like CTP or UCC are a strong plus).
• Core Trade Expertise: Solid experience in EU customs, import/export compliance, sanctions regimes, dual-use controls, and origin procedures. Must have hands-on experience with HS classification, denied party screening, export licenses, and knowledge of AEO/CTPAT programs.
• Analytical & Data Skills: Strong ability to interpret complex regulations, conduct internal audits, and manage Business Intelligence (BI) tools/dashboards to monitor compliance KPIs.
• Soft Skills: Detail-oriented and proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills to effectively translate complex trade regulations for non-specialist teams.

Contractual & Corporate Compensation

• Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time.
• Salary Range (Gross Annual Salary / RAL) : €34,000 – €51,000. The starting salary will be commensurate with the actual experience gained and the technical skills assessed during the selection process.

Contractual & Corporate Welfare & Benefits

• Canteen: On-site company canteen
• Contractual Welfare: €250/year to be spent on goods and services.
• Supplementary Healthcare: Health insurance (Fondo Metasalute) fully covered by the company.
• Supplementary Pension: Fondo Cometa, with an additional contribution paid by the company (according to CCNL percentages).
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours (check-in/check-out) and Smart Working arrangements regulated by company agreement. xrdbqlu

This job advertisement is open to all genders (pursuant to Legislative Decree no. 198/2006 and Art. 10 of Legislative Decree no. 276/2003).

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