[Hiring] Export Compliance Specialist @Aston Carter

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Export Compliance Specialist to ensure all international shipments and business activities comply with U.S. export regulations and global trade requirements. This individual will play a critical role in supporting cross-functional teams by overseeing export documentation, screening transactions, managing compliance records, and mitigating trade compliance risks. The ideal candidate will have experience navigating export regulations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with operations, supply chain, logistics, and customer-facing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 6-8 years of progressive experience within export compliance, international trade controls, regulatory affairs, or a closely related discipline.
• Working knowledge of EAR, ITAR, OFAC sanctions, export licensing, ECCN classifications, controlled technical data, deemed export requirements, trade compliance auditing, and risk management.
• Experience supporting complex regulatory environments such as advanced manufacturing, technology, semiconductor, aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries.
• Ability to interpret regulations and provide clear recommendations when dealing with incomplete information or ambiguous requirements.
• Executive communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical compliance topics to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional and regional teams without relying on direct reporting authority.
• Experience handling high-visibility or time-sensitive compliance matters where creative problem-solving and sound judgment are required.

Requirements

• Previous experience serving as, or demonstrated ability to qualify as, an Empowered Official (EO).
• Global trade compliance experience extending beyond the United States.
• Experience supporting the Americas region within a larger global trade organization.
• Professional certifications such as CUSECO or Licensed Customs Broker.
• Experience with Global Trade Management (GTM) systems, compliance technology, workflow automation, or process-improvement initiatives.
• Experience mentoring team members or preparing for broader leadership responsibilities.

Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $110,000.00 - $122,000.00/yr.
• Offers 2 high deductible health plans that include a tax-advantaged health savings account (HSA), as well as a traditional medical plan.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Health Insurance.

Company Description

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.