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

Manager Export Control, Customs & Corporate Compliance

unlimited – full time – 40 hour-contract

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

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.

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
• Transportation allowance or full coverage of your Deutschlandticket
• Net income booster benefits
• 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.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes together! Whether it's a new contract signature, award wins, summer festivals, Christmas parties, or kick-off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

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.