Manager, International Trade and Compliance

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•San Diego, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Manages the export and anti-corruption compliance programs under the general supervision of the Vice President and General Counsel. Works closely with the NASSCO's export compliance coordinators, functional areas managers, and in-house counsel to develop, refine, administer, and monitor the export and anti-corruption compliance programs across all locations. Coordinates and cross trains as necessary with NASSCO’s import compliance officer. Communicates with corporate Legal department on issues relevant to all business units; keeps corporate counterpart informed of issues specific to NASSCO. Interfaces with government agencies in connection with license applications. Provides direction and training to all employees on matters involving import/export and anti-corruption compliance. This position has a direct impact on the Company’s ability to obtain government contracts and conduct international commercial transactions.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or 8 years of experience in international trade and compliance.
Excellent oral and written communications and the ability to interface with all levels of management.
Comprehensive knowledge of the ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), the EAR (Export Administration Regulations), U.S. Sanctions programs, and Customs and Border Protection regulations, as well as a strong understanding of the provisions of the federal Anti-Kickback Statute, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and the U.K. Bribery Act.
Ability to interface with governmental agencies and corporate stakeholders in connection with various submittals, applications, and compliance monitoring activities on behalf of NASSCO.
Self-starter with the ability to perform assigned tasks with a minimum of supervision.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Descartes Visual Compliance, World Check, or similar software platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages administration of the export and anti-corruption compliance programs across all locations and assists and coordinates as necessary with regard to the import compliance program, ensuring that activities of the Company are in conformance with local, state and federal law and corporate policy.
Tracks and analyzes updates to international trade and anti-corruption laws and U.S. sanctions programs affecting the Company and proactively implements necessary changes to internal policies and procedures.
Serves as the “Empowered Official” for export compliance and the “Assistant Anti-Bribery Compliance Officer” for anti-corruption compliance.
Functions as the Company’s point of contact with Corporate Headquarters (CHQ) on all issues pertaining to export and anti-corruption compliance, including internal audits.
Reviews all international trade related correspondence, agreements, and license applications prior to submittal.
Conducts and analyzes risk-based due diligence.
Develops, implements, and maintains internal international trade and compliance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state and federal law and corporate policy.
Provides company-wide training and guidance. Disseminates industry best practices and noteworthy news as appropriate.
Identifies and trains individuals within the business at all locations to act as local compliance points of contact to assist with licensing and other compliance activities.
Conducts periodic risk-assessments to ensure the Company’s compliance with government authorizations, trade and anti-corruption regulations and corporate policy, identifying potential risks and coordinating corrective actions when necessary.
Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.