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Export Control & Sanctions Specialist - Gloucester, UKAbout the RoleGloucester Business Park, Gloucester Hybrid working available.Are you an experienced Export Control & Sanctions professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have a strong understanding ofinternational trade regulationsand a passion for ensuring compliance in complex,fast-pacedenvironments? Are you confident working across teams and engaging withstakeholdersat all levels? If so, come and join EDF as an Export Control & Sanctions Specialist!The OpportunityWe are seeking candidates with hands-on experience in Export Control laws and legislation. This role is focused on compliance and regulatory expertise, rather than customs or logistics operations.As an Export Control & Sanctions Specialist, youll ensure EDFs compliance with local and international trade regulations, including export control and sanctions, by developing and maintaining licensing frameworks and securing the necessary export control licences. Youll support a wide range of internal stakeholderssuch as IT, HR, Supply Chain, Engineering, Project Managers, and R&Dby aligning licensing needs with business requirements.Youll act as apoint of contact for trade compliance queries, building strong relationships across the organisation and assisting with the development of supporting processes, procedures, and training programmes. With a proactive approach to learning, youll engage with technical areas of the business and help shape and implement a robust trade compliance strategy.Pay, benefits and cultureAlongside a salary from 45,000 and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.Were talking about everything fromenhanced parental leavetoelectric vehicle leasing, health insurancetoproduct discounts, critical illness insurancetotechnology vouchers, gym membershiptoseason ticket loans.At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyones working needs are different. Whether youre in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated.Here, we do right by each other and everyones welcome. Were on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. Wed like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.Were a disability confident employer and well do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. Thats why we support you to pursue a career thats unique to you. Because success is personal.What youll be doingYou will provide expert guidance to EDFs businesses on meeting UK and international export control and sanctions requirements. This includes supporting the design and implementation of compliance processes, managing licence applications, and advising on operational trade control needs across multiple functions, such as Supply Chain, Project Management, HR, and R&D.Collaboration will be central to your role, as you assess transactions and technical data for regulatory impact, maintain accurate compliance records, and help shape digital transformation projects in trade compliance. Youll contribute to training delivery, support internal and external audits, and lead or assist in investigations to resolve non-compliance issues. Reporting obligations to UK and international authorities will also be a key responsibility, requiring strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.In addition, youll stay informed of evolving legislation, contribute to strategic compliance planning, and engage with stakeholders at all levels, including legal advisors and government bodies. Your role will also involve representing EDF in industry forums, maintaining strong internal relationships, and supporting the Export Control & Sanctions Manager to ensure a consistent and effective compliance programme.Who you areYoull have proven experience in export control, licensing, and international trade regulations, including UK OGELs/SIELs/F680, EU dual-use regulations, and US ITAR/EAR and Part 810/110 laws. Youll be confident working in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment where your knowledge directly impacts operational decisions and compliance practices. Experience with third-party screening tools and the UK SPIRE system is highly desirable.Youll have the ability to interpret complex regulations, provide commercially pragmatic advice, and make accurate export jurisdiction and classification assessments across services, software, technology, and products. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, alongside excellent communication abilities that allow you to translate technical requirements for a wide audience. A solid understanding of trade terms and contractual clauses will support you in negotiating compliance obligations with both internal teams and external partners.Were looking for someone motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with the confidence to influence across all levels of the organisation and communicate effectively with government authorities. Youll be comfortable managing competing priorities, identifying improvements in compliance practices, and supporting regulatory change.If this sounds like you then wed love to hear from you!Closing date for applications: Monday 4th August.To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Clearance (SC) which will, ordinarily, require you to have British residency for the last 5 years.#NuclearServicesJobs #HinkleyPointCJobs #LI-Hybrid #DestinationNuclear #EDFNuclearJobsSuccess is personal. Its your journey, powered by us. Join us and well help Britain achieve Net Zero together.