Senior Manager, Global Trade Compliance – Export Controls, U.S. Sanctions Law

Heraeus

. Support worldwide operating units with complex export control and sanctions matters .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeHanau • GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates in-depth expertise in U.S. Export Controls and Sanctions, with solid knowledge of international regulations and the ability to develop compliance frameworks. Proficient in SAP processes and skilled in delivering training and presentations to diverse audiences.

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U.S. Export Controls and SanctionsCompliance MonitoringSAP ProficiencyRegulatory Risk AssessmentTraining and Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Export Control RegulationsSanctions ComplianceLegal AnalysisRisk MitigationRegulatory Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeam CollaborationService OrientationAnalytical Skills

Industry Keywords

EAROFACDe MinimisFDPRInternational ComplianceGovernment InquiriesInternal InvestigationsC-Level PresentationsGlobal Trade Compliance FrameworkTrade Compliance Community

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support worldwide operating units with complex export control and sanctions matters
Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant trade and export control laws and policies
Make decisions or provide approval recommendations for critical business transactions, technology transfers, conflicts of laws, and re-export matters
Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business and compliance processes
Support responses to government inquiries, internal investigations, and escalated cases involving elevated compliance risks
Take a leading role in developing the Global Trade Compliance Framework
Establish subject-matter guidelines for worldwide entities
Identify risks and develop mitigation measures in collaboration with other departments
Foster collaboration across the Group’s global Trade Compliance community
Support the global training program for relevant employees

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in law, business administration, finance, or a comparable qualification
In-depth expertise in U.S. Export Controls and Sanctions (EAR, OFAC, re-export rules, de minimis, FDPR)
Solid knowledge of other relevant jurisdictions (EU, Germany, UK, China, etc.)
Several years of practical experience applying export control and sanctions regulations in an international industrial or technology group
Ability to assess complex and strategic subject-matter issues from a legally sound perspective and develop pragmatic solutions
Proficiency in the underlying SAP processes and relevant transactions
Excellent communication and advisory skills in German and English
Open, service-oriented, and team-oriented approach to work
Experience delivering training and presentations, including to C-level audiences
Strong analytical skills
Experience working with government authorities, audits, investigations, and critical compliance cases

Benefits

Comp & perks

Attractive base salary plus bonus
Support for company-sponsored retirement benefits
Flexible working hours without time tracking
30 days of annual leave plus up to 6 additional days off
Special leave for personal occasions
Lifetime working-time account for paid leave, such as a sabbatical or early retirement
Public transportation subsidy
Discounts at numerous online and retail stores
Occupational health services with comprehensive preventive medical examinations
Sports and fitness programs
Employee cafeteria serving freshly prepared meals every day
Sustainability as part of the company’s corporate strategy
Targeted support for initiatives in education, family, and science through the company’s own foundations