Manager Export Control, Customs & Corporate Compliance

As a key member of the global Safran Group, Safran Helicopter Engines Germany is a recognized leader in helicopter engine innovation. We support customers across Central, Northern and Eastern Europe as well as Central Asia. Our diverse team of 80 skilled professionals – representing more than 15 nations – brings together in-depth industry knowledge and advanced technology to deliver reliable, high-performance engines. These engines are essential for critical missions, from emergency services to defense operations.

With our new, eco-friendly HanSafran facility in Norderstedt, we demonstrate our strong commitment to sustainability and climate-neutral operations. Guided by a focus on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, we strive to set new standards in the aerospace industry.

Our mission is simple: Keeping our customers flying!

Currently, we are looking for you as unlimited – full time – 40 hour-contract

Shape the future of our global compliance landscape – with responsibility, strategy and impact.

Your Responsibilities

1. Export Control & Trade Compliance (Primary Focus)

• Central Point of Contact: You serve as the primary contact for export control, customs, and trade compliance at the management level.
• Regulatory Framework: You develop and implement structures and processes based on AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation , and US Re-export laws (ITAR/EAR) relevant to the aerospace sector.
• Permit Management: You manage the entire lifecycle of export authorizations (e.g., BAFA submissions), including deadline tracking and condition management (DE/EU/US).
• Operational Oversight: You coordinate import/export processes and review trade/customs documents to ensure quality assurance in collaboration with the CFO and SCM.
• Weapons Law & Legal Monitoring: You monitor developments in foreign trade and weapons law, ensuring practical implementation of new requirements.
• Authority Relations & Audits: You act as the main interface for external authorities (e.g., BAFA, Customs) and lead the preparation and execution of official audits.
• Training: You design and deliver specialized training on export control, customs, and weapons law for various internal audiences.

2. Internal Control & Group Reporting (Interface to our colleagues in France)

• Internal Control Framework (ICF): You implement and maintain the internal control system according to Group guidelines and French listed company standards (e.g., Sapin II / AMF ).
• Self-Assessments: You coordinate and perform annual internal control self-assessments to safeguard the €180M turnover and operational processes.
• Process Optimization: You identify opportunities to optimize systems and structures to enhance control effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Reporting Line: You provide direct reporting to the Export Responsibility Officer (Ausfuhrverantwortlicher), the CFO, and the French HQ.

3. Site Compliance Management (General Compliance)

• Local Compliance Officer: You act as the first point of contact for all compliance-related issues for the 80-employee site (e.g., Anti-Corruption, Code of Conduct).
• Policy Implementation: You ensure the rollout of Group-wide compliance policies and adapt them to local German legal requirements.
• Advisory Role: You advise management and specialist departments on all compliance and trade-related risks.

Job Requirements

Your Profile

• Completed degree in law, business administration, industrial engineering, international business, customs law or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of relevant experience (at least 8 years) in export control, customs, and compliance management, preferably in an international industrial setting.
• Profound understanding of foreign trade regulations (AWG/AWV, EU Dual-Use Regulation, Union Customs Code) as well as knowledge of US regulations (ITAR, EAR).
• Strong experience in setting up and applying compliance management systems (e.g. IDW PS 980, ISO 37301).
• Confident handling of SAP (MM/SD module) and common MS Office tools.
• Fluent German (C2) and very good English skills (C1).

Your Strengths

• Strategic and analytical thinking with strong legal understanding.
• Excellent communication and consulting skills at all hierarchical levels.
• Team-oriented working style with leadership qualities and diplomatic flair.
• High level of responsibility, resilience, and enthusiasm to proactively tackle complex topics.
• Motivation for continuous development and passion for compliance issues.
• A responsible position in a forward-looking, international company that values innovation.
• 33 vacation days, flexible working hours and modern tools to help you perform at your best.
• Up to 40 hours of training per year for your continuous development.
• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events.
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as:
• Supplementary health insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits
• Free health check-ups, adjustable desks and (voluntary) participation in sports events.
• Company bicycle leasing.
• Annual budget for individual specialist literature and much more.

P.S.: We value diversity and see it as a natural part of who we are. We welcome applications from people regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or any other personal characteristics.

We look forward to receiving your application! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Manager, Carina.