Compliance and Export Control Specialist - Quebec City, Canada - EXFO

EXFO

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Quebec City, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Compliance and export control specialist

Main locations:
Quebec, Quebec, CA

Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec, CA
Job Type:Fulltime
Workplace type:Hybrid
Offer number:4004EXFO develops smarter test, monitoring and analytics solutions for the global communications industry. We are trusted advisers to fixed and mobile network operators, hyperscalers and leaders in the manufacturing, development and research sector. Building on our 35 years of innovation, EXFO's unique blend of equipment, software and services enable faster, more confident transformations related to 5G, cloudnative and fiber optic networks. With nearly 1,900 employees in more than 25 countries, EXFO is no. 1 worldwide in fiber optic test solutions and has deployed over 250 assurance systems worldwide. We're always looking for top talent to help us lead the way in a thriving industry with boundless opportunities.
Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary, the Export Controls Specialist is responsible for monitoring, maintaining and communicating policies and procedures that ensure compliance with all applicable trade controls. By providing sound advice, you will support various internal stakeholders on export control issues. You will work closely with crossfunctional teams, such as customs compliance, operations, and trade teams, to ensure export activities are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, you will assist in obtaining and maintaining export licenses.
Responsibilities:
Stay informed of changes in export control laws, regulations and best practices, and provide advice to the organization on potential impacts and necessary adjustments.
Play a key role in general trade controls in Canada and the United States to ensure compliance with United States ITAR/EAR regulations, the Controlled Goods Program and Export Permits Act and import from Canada.
Liaise with various local and foreign government agencies for matters related to trade controls.
Help maintain effective relationships with relevant government agencies, professional organizations and other stakeholders to stay informed of changes in regulations and best practices.
Acts as responsible for the PKI at the corporate level. Act as Export Control Compliance Officer and identify/support Export Control Officer in required operations/distributions of EXFO sites.
Request reexport and retransfer authorizations for USorigin products from the US Departments of State or Commerce.
Periodically report risk to management highlighting potential issues and proposing risk mitigation strategies.
Devise creative ways to solve export problems as they arise, while keeping in mind the business reality of the work at hand.
Support daytoday activities as required, including jurisdiction and classification reviews and other exportrelated tasks.
Demonstrate an ability to balance the legal implications of current export legislation with the requirements to ensure that business continues lawfully at all times.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field
Knowledge of export control laws, regulations and best practices
Experience of at least 5 years in export control or any other relevant experience
Recent experience in exporting to China an asset
Professional certifications (CCS title), an asset
Sanctions experience an asset
Excellent communication skills (English and French, advanced level) and interpersonal skills
Strong skills in solving complex problems and dealing with people at all levels of the organization
Attention to detail and ability to work independently
Ability to manage priorities and work under pressure
Be comfortable navigating ambiguity
What we offer
Schedule flexibility
Multisite and multidisciplinary teams
Dynamic and collaborative work environment
Modern workspace
AGILE working methodology
Variety of social and sports activities
Community involvement
Free parking
Charging stations for electric cars
Accessibility by public transport
Bike paths nearby
Competitive holidays
Annual bonus program
Group insurance

EXFO is an equal opportunity employer.

For positions located in Quebec, the language requirement is French.

However, in the context where the incumbent evolves in an international work environment and where the activities take place mainly outside Quebec, we favor bilingualism as a linguistic requirement.

**Thanks for your interest in EXFO