Compliance Specialist - London, United Kingdom - Viasat

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    About Us

    One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

    Job Description

    What You'll Do

    TheCompliance Specialistwillsupport the SeniorExport ControlManager, Corporate Complianceand work with a wide range of internaland externalcustomers tosupportcompliance and best practice in activities such as the Export Compliance programme for Inmarsat's global business, being involved in aspects of U.S. ITAR, Export Administration Regulations (EAR), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC ) compliance, UK Export Controls, Dutch Export Controls, Norwegian Export Controls, Singapore Export Controls, Australian Export Controls and any other applicable national regulations to support temporary exports such as trials and demonstrations. The successful candidate will alsoprovide support to the Senior Manager, Corporate Compliance onthe administration associated with such compliance for other Inmarsat Group policies including the Group Legal Compliance Programme, Competition Policy, Sensitive Information Policy and similar related policies. The candidate willalso provide support in the administrative requirements of theUK Bribery Act,U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)and any other anti-corruption national regulations applicable to Inmarsat facilities across the business.

    The day-to-day

    • Focal point for the UK administration and control of the export ofcontrolled goods, software andtechnology, including associated communications to affected parties, to providethebest possible support to anyaffected business process or transaction
    • Support the Compliance team by performing Know Your Customer (KYC) checks
    • Ensure all systems and foldersfor monitoring and controlling areutilisedand maintained in accordance with the processes
    • Supporting theSenior Export Control Manageron matters of compliance, especially with regards to areas listed in greater detail below
    • Ensure that policies and proceduresare adhered to, and all required registrations are properly maintained
    • Maintain a working knowledge of all applicable regulations affecting the UK, EU and US
    • Work well as part of a small team which encompasses multiple functions within it
    • Arranging authorisation signatures and keeping complete records of all TAA support activities
    • Provide admin support to the compliance team including maintaining training records and for local staff
    • Provide and maintain metrics as definedby theSenior Export Control Manager
    • Conduct annual self-assessments to identify gaps and areas of risk across all areas of involvement and communicate these to theteam
    • Support theSeniorExport Control Managerto perform internalexport controlaudits on each of Inmarsat's main exporting hubs, including Norway, The Netherlands, Singapore and UK
    • Support theSenior Export Control Managerand other parts of the organization on specific projects as appropriate

    Qualifications

    What you'll Need

    • Awareness, knowledge and experience required to understand and provide guidanceinexporting and importing dual-use and defence articles, technology and services under

    International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

    Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

    Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)

    UK Export Control Regulations (Military and Dual-Use)

    EU Export Control Regulations (Dual-Use)

    • Experience in Export Control
    • Knowledge of Sanctioned Party Screening
    • Awarenessof Anti-corruption & Anti-bribery regulations
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Experienced with working with staff all levels of the organisation
    • Accurate, perfectionist nature

    What Will Help You On The Job

    • Knowledge of SAP
    • Knowledge ofAEB Assist 4
    • Knowledge of HMRC regulations and procedures
    • Knowledge of Norwegian Export Regulations
    • Knowledge of Netherlands Export Regulations
    • Knowledge of Singapore Export Regulations

    Additional Information

    You must be eligible to work in this location advertised.

    EEO statement

    Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.