Hybrid Trade Controls Manager

at Babcock International Group

• Job title: Trade Controls Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Adelaide, Australia

About the role

• Trade Control Manager leading export and trade compliance for Babcock's Defence operations. Ensuring adherence to international export control frameworks and managing strategic oversight of trade controls.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic oversight of trade controls.
• Ensure operations meet the requirements of Australian, UK, and US export control frameworks, including ITAR and EAR.
• Oversee end‑to‑end management of trade controls, lead steering committees, and act as the central point of contact for regulatory matters.
• Liaise with government authorities and guide business units on compliance.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership.
• Responsible for audits, corrective actions, and governance frameworks.

Requirements

• Australian Citizen with a current Defence Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain).
• Tertiary education in a relevant field (law, engineering, etc.) preferred.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of Australian, UK and U.S export controls.
• Previous experience in a similar role within the Defence industry.

Benefits

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;
• We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life;
• Career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;
• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;
• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;
• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day.