Deputy Head of Trade

As International Trade Compliance Deputy Head of Trade at Anduril Industries you will be responsible for working closely with the Head of Trade to ensure our operations comply with applicable laws and regulations as we deliver cutting-edge defense technology to protect our warfighters and allies. Your expertise in trade compliance will be instrumental in enabling Andurils mission while building and maintaining a best-in-class compliance program for one of the defense industrys most innovative companies.

As a rapidly scaling defense technology company with expanding international partnerships Anduril requires sophisticated U.S. export compliance programs that enable speed-to-mission while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory adherence. Your legal acumen and operational insights for managing trade compliance will enable Anduril to deploy advanced autonomous systems software-defined platforms and AI-powered solutions to critical allies and partners globally. You will be expected to provide pragmatic mission-focused counsel that balances compliance requirements with the urgency of modern warfare and national security needs.

You will report directly to the Head of Trade within Andurils Legal Department and work out of one of our key locations in Costa Mesa CA or Washington DC. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering business development government affairs and operations to ensure compliance excellence across Andurils portfolio of defense technology platforms.

• Partner with senior leadership including the Head of Trade to shape strategic direction and turn trade compliance planning into action. Make key decisions that drive operational success and help translate high-level trade compliance goals into clear priorities for the organization.
• Provide strategic advice on trade matters throughout the enterprise including Andurils executive leadership team.
• Oversee M&A due diligence and integration activity for the organization.
• Support trade-related audits investigations and disclosures.
• Engage with regulators and government representatives to position and advocate for Andurils strategic initiatives and compliance program.
• Drive Andurils growth culture through a business-forward mindset ensuring full compliance with global trade laws and regulations.
• Play a critical role in developing trade compliance policies and be responsible for outcomes that balance compliance and business priorities.
• Leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to enhance trade compliance programs including developing AI-powered solutions for sanctions screening export/import classification restricted party list monitoring regulatory change management and program monitoring.

• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• 10 years practicing trade controls in a legal and/or compliance capacity with deep subject matter-level expertise navigating and providing strategic advice concerning international trade regulations (e.g. Australia EU U.S. and UK).
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret clearance.
• A superpower for smashing through regulatory roadblocks.

• Experience in group 3-5 UAS or robotic systems product development or concepts.
• Experience in managing development infrastructure and training technical teams.
• Knowledge of exportability considerations and experience incorporating export control compliance into product development plans.
• Familiarity with ATF import regulations and the ability to classify products accordingly.
• Understanding of Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) guidelines and U.S UAS Policy.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:

At Anduril we invest in our people. Our comprehensive competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures youre supported in health recovery and whatever comes next.For more information Explore Our Benefits.

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