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Thales

Trade Compliance Manager

Thales

. Administer and execute trade compliance activities across multiple programs, projects, and business lines for Thales Canada Defence and Security operations across Canada .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$100,000 - CA$115,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in trade compliance activities, including risk assessment and management of export control regulations. Proficient in providing training and guidance on compliance requirements while maintaining accurate documentation and audit trails.

Highest-signal resume keywords
International Trade ComplianceExport Control ManagementCanadian Trade Application ProgramsUS ITAR and EAR RegulationsRestricted Party Screening

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Hard Skills
Trade Compliance ActivitiesRisk AssessmentExport AuthorizationsTechnology Control PlansCompliance DocumentationControlled Goods ProgramCustoms ManagementCompliance ReviewsAudit TrailsExport-Control Jurisdiction
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationTraining and Presentation Skills
Tools & Technologies
MS OfficeSAPWindchillRestricted Party Screening Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Security Clearance at NATO Secret LevelControlled Goods Assessment
Industry Keywords
Defence IndustryCanadian Export Control ListCanadian Controlled Goods ProgramCanadian Industrial Security ProgramSanctions Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Administer and execute trade compliance activities across multiple programs, projects, and business lines for Thales Canada Defence and Security operations across Canada
  • Assess risks and implement applicable national and international import and export control regulations
  • Support import compliance, outbound shipments, in-country transfers, and controlled shipments of goods or technology
  • Provide guidance on trade compliance risks, requirements, and mitigation actions
  • Draft technology control plans and related documentation with project/program management teams
  • Prepare and deliver trade compliance training and briefings
  • Manage access to controlled information and the transfer process for controlled information
  • Maintain trade compliance records, documentation, approvals, and audit trails
  • Determine, draft, submit, and manage required export authorizations
  • Perform restricted party screenings, manage false positives and screening hits, and escalate as necessary
  • Support export-control jurisdiction and classification activities with Engineering and other relevant functions
  • Escalate complex or high-risk matters to senior trade compliance leadership
  • Report potential or actual trade compliance violations and support investigations and corrective/preventive actions
  • Support the local Trade Compliance Officer with internal audits, assessments, compliance reviews, and maintenance of the local trade compliance program

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Diploma/Degree in business, or related field of study, or equivalent experience in a business environment
  • 3-5 years of experience in international trade compliance including export control management, compliance (sanctions) and/or customs management
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian trade application programs (NEXCOL, CARM)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of US ITAR and EAR regulations
  • Demonstrated communication skills, including proven ability to provide effective trade compliance training and presentations
  • Competency with restricted party screening tools
  • Must be highly proficient with MS Office tools
  • Aptitude for or experience with information systems such as SAP and Windchill
  • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
  • Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment
  • Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level
  • Must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for access to information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, Canadian Controlled Goods Program, Canadian Industrial Security Program, US ITAR and/or US EAR
  • Experience working in the defence industry
  • Working knowledge of the Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
  • Working knowledge of French an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
  • Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
  • Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
  • Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.
  • Hybrid work arrangement.
  • Possible travel within Canada.