About the role

Trade Compliance Manager overseeing export, import, sanctions, and customs compliance for Thales Canada’s defence and security operations. Managing controlled information, authorizations, screenings, audits, and stakeholder training.

Responsibilities

Administer and execute trade compliance activities across multiple programs, projects, and business lines for Thales Canada Defence and Security operations across Canada
Assess risks and implement applicable national and international import and export control regulations
Support import compliance, outbound shipments, in-country transfers, and controlled shipments of goods or technology
Provide guidance on trade compliance risks, requirements, and mitigation actions
Draft technology control plans and related documentation with project/program management teams
Prepare and deliver trade compliance training and briefings
Manage access to controlled information and the transfer process for controlled information
Maintain trade compliance records, documentation, approvals, and audit trails
Determine, draft, submit, and manage required export authorizations
Perform restricted party screenings, manage false positives and screening hits, and escalate as necessary
Support export-control jurisdiction and classification activities with Engineering and other relevant functions
Escalate complex or high-risk matters to senior trade compliance leadership
Report potential or actual trade compliance violations and support investigations and corrective/preventive actions
Support the local Trade Compliance Officer with internal audits, assessments, compliance reviews, and maintenance of the local trade compliance program

Diploma/Degree in business, or related field of study, or equivalent experience in a business environment
3-5 years of experience in international trade compliance including export control management, compliance (sanctions) and/or customs management
Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian trade application programs (NEXCOL, CARM)
Demonstrated knowledge of US ITAR and EAR regulations
Demonstrated communication skills, including proven ability to provide effective trade compliance training and presentations
Competency with restricted party screening tools
Must be highly proficient with MS Office tools
Aptitude for or experience with information systems such as SAP and Windchill
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment
Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level
Must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for access to information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, Canadian Controlled Goods Program, Canadian Industrial Security Program, US ITAR and/or US EAR
Experience working in the defence industry
Working knowledge of the Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
Working knowledge of French an asset

Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.
Hybrid work arrangement.
Possible travel within Canada.