Trade Compliance Manager

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, Netherlands

Job Family Group:

Legal Jobs

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

September 1, 2022

Business unit:

Legal

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

At Shell, we believe in honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Doing the right thing is good business and we feel free to speak up when we see something wrong. We empower people to do the right thing, even if difficult, even if nobody is watching.

We are considering candidates from both London and The Hague.

Where you fit in?

The Trade Compliance (sanctions, import and export) environment is dynamic, increasingly complex and more frequently being used as a foreign policy tool. Ensuring Shell complies with all regulatory expectations is a fundamental principle of how we do business and at the heart of growing trust in Shell and living our values.

You will be a critical part of a Shell-wide network of trade compliance professionals across Shell, focused on implementing a capability to assure the design and operating effectiveness of our control responses. This role reports to the Shell Trade Compliance Manager

What’s the role?

The successful candidate will be accountable for the following:


Acquire, possess, and maintain adequate levels of Trade Compliance (TC) knowledge, experience and expertise
Provide advice and guidance for routine Trade Compliance issues. Seek advice from Trade Compliance Officer where and when appropriate
Liaise closely with Trade Compliance Officer and staff to resolve Trade Compliance issues (e.g., application of sanctions, imports, exports, anti-boycott
Assist the Business/Function in assessing risk exposure based on sufficient knowledge of applicable Trade Compliance regulations
Possess sufficient working knowledge of business operations to enable further integration of mandatory Trade Compliance procedures into business processes to manage and mitigate identified Trade Compliance risks
Work with Business Focal Points to address escalations of counterparty screening matches
Keep apprised of changes in regulatory requirements and modify compliance responses accordingly
Survey internal developments and significant non-compliance events. Ensure risks are assessed and adjust program implementation accordingly
Provide regular status updates on TC risks, exposures, project status, etc. to Trade Compliance Sponsor
Promote awareness of Trade Compliance risks and required processes throughout the organization
Monitor, correct and report on TC Records Management
Gather and report information on Trade Compliance activities as required for internal and external reporting purposes
Monitor compliance program implementation and operation of controls in the Business / Function
Maintain oversight and regular contacts with other TC Managers in areas of potentially parallel or overlapping involvement
Maintain close association with relevant risk assurance and compliance staff (e.g., Governance Risk Assurance, Business Compliance Officers, Ethics Compliance Managers) in the respective organization
Ensure adequate number and level of Technical Classification Experts are available to cover classification requirements (can be done in coordination with other TC professionals)
Obtain regular, knowledgeable, and visible support from senior and middle management
Maintain TC competencies through periodic attendance at external courses and conferences.


What we need from you?

We are looking for professionals with extensive experience, and specific understanding of trade compliance. This includes, Export Administration Regulations and International Traffic in Arms Regulations, import regulations, foreign/free trade zones, Harmonized System classification, Office of Foreign Asset Controls sanctions, free trade agreements, and anti-boycott regulations).

Beyond that, we are also keen to hear from candidates with the following experience/skills:


Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Knowledge and usage of trade compliance tools and software preferred.
In-depth understanding of Incoterms required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; creative and advanced presentation and materials design.
Strong project management capability.
Ability to work independently on a wide range of projects and exercise judgment to make reasoned decisions.
Effective relationship management and influencing skills.
Strong research and analytic capabilities; attention to detail.
Work collaboratively within a team and provide cross-support and guidance as needed; help motivate and encourage positive team dynamics.


About Shell Netherlands

Shell Nederland BV is a platform for international collaboration, with Shell offering direct employment to around ten thousand people in the Netherlands alone, including roughly 2,800 non-Dutch employees from around 80 countries. Diversity is key at Shell Nederland, and our employees reflect the innovation that stems from a diverse workforce. By joining Shell Nederland, you will benefit from an unrivalled industry-leading development programme that will see you tap into a pool of expert knowledge that will help propel your career. Shell Nederland is the holding company of most Shell companies operating in the Netherlands. Shell Nederland also has an advisory and coordinating role in numerous areas.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.


We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.


A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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