Sanctions and Export Control Officer

Key Responsibilities

1. Classification & Licensing

• Sound Knowledge of ITAR/ECCN, HS Code, and SCOMET classification of products, technology, and software.
• Support in SCOMET license applications (DGFT/DODP), including EUCs, technical justifications etc.
• Maintain license trackers and ensure adherence to license terms and provisos.
• Support intra-company technology transfer reviews and export of technical data.

2pliance Operations

• Maintain and manage export control and sanctions procedures, workflows, and records in line with the Internal Compliance Program (ICP).
• Support SEZ documentation and compliance reporting.
• Awareness of TCP and FCP
• Review Statement of Works SOWs, Master Service Agreement and other contracts to identify export-control clauses and data transfer Implications.
• Ensure proper use of IEC, DODP and DGFT portals for application filing and status tracking.
• Maintain organized, auditable export-control records and documentation to support internal and regulatory reviews

3. Risk Assessment, Due Diligence & Sanctions Screening

• Conduct restricted-party screening (RPS) of customers, suppliers, and intermediaries using approved compliance tools

• Evaluate end-use/end-user information and identify red-flag transactions and sanctions -country involvement.
• Ensure compliance with US, EU, UK, and UN sanctions; advise on export embargoes and licensing exceptions.

4. Training & Awareness

• Deliver periodic training sessions to engineering, sourcing, and logistics teams.
• Develop internal FAQs, compliance playbooks, and decision trees for SCOMET and EAR controls.
• Coordinate annual ICP audits and mock reviews.

5. Stakeholder Management

• Support in DGFT, DODP, and Customs authorities for license and documentation queries.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, legal, and global trade teams to ensure seamless export operations.
• Interface with US/UK counterparts for re-export approvals and technical data reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor s in engineering / science / commerce; MBA or Law degree preferred.
• 5-10 years experience in Export Control / Global Trade Compliance, ideally in aerospace, defence, or high-tech industries.
• Strong understanding of Indian SCOMET List, DGFT procedures, and DODP licensing.
• Familiarity with EAR, ITAR, EU/UK dual-use, and OFAC sanctions regimes.
• Experience using SAP GTS, OCR, or similar compliance automation tools.

Competencies

Regulatory Expertise: In-depth knowledge of export control frameworks.

Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret product specifications and map ECCN/SCOMET categories.

Communication: Maintain good relationship with regulators and global teams.

Ethical Judgement: Uphold zero-tolerance policy for non-compliance.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.