Job Title: Trade Compliance Officer

Location: Coventry, UK

Core Hours: 08:00-16:35 (Mon–Thu) 08:00-15:10 (Fri).

Vacancy Type: Full-time and Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (subject to experience)

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Trade Compliance Officer to join our growing team. If you’re looking for a challenge and a chance to make an impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

As our Trade Compliance Officer, you will play a critical role in supporting NP Aerospace’s import and export activities. You’ll provide logistical and administrative guidance, ensuring all international transactions comply with export control laws and regulations. This role is key to enabling the company to achieve its objectives efficiently, effectively, and in full regulatory compliance.

You’ll engage with a variety of departments, including sales, product management, engineering, production, and finance, while liaising with external stakeholders and our nominated freight forwarders.

If you're ready to embrace the challenge and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, this role could be the perfect fit for you!

Please Note: This is an on-site role 5 days a week

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BENEFITS

Discretionary Half Year Bonus

Flexible start and finish working hours (subject to operational needs)

Holidays – 25 days + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday Purchase Scheme

Two weeks paid leave for Reservists and Cadets to attend yearly training/camp.

Paid leave for employees who are Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)

Pension – ER/EE – 4%/5% = 9% combined

Life Cover – 3 x base salary

BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, review and maintain accurate export and import documents, including invoices, shipping documents, import licenses, certificates of origin
• Ensure all shipments comply with all regulations, including customs, tariff codes and any trade restrictions
• Handle export license applications, as needed, using Department of International Trade (DIT) SPIRE and LITE export licensing systems
• Liaise with nominated carriers, freight forwarders and internal teams to organise all movements required by the business in the UK, inbound and outbound and resolve any issues
• Maintain accurate records for all export and import movements to ensure audit readiness in line with HRMC requirements

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in export or trade compliance roles.
• Experience in imports/exports related to the defence industry preferred.
• Understanding of export documentation, customs requirements, and international trade compliance
• Knowledge of incoterms, HS codes, and applying of export licenses
• Experience in both hardware, software, and technology export classification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams, customers and vendors
• Ability to analyse complex business situations and advice on the impact of export controls and provide clear instructions at all levels, including stakeholders
• Able to work well and make clear rational decisions under pressure and work to tight timescales.

WHAT DO WE DO AT NP AEROSPACE?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.