Export Control Business Partner (f/m/d) - DI Motion Control

You will lead the Legal Compliance Export Control unit for the respective DI business unit globally. The function is a management function to implement global trade compliance strategy, efficient processes, consulting and advice, and strategies to and collaborating with individuals at all levels within the business to enable adherence to the Siemens Export Control Program and all applicable export regulations. The position also leads a virtual global network of Export Control Professionals, Export Control Associates and other Export Control Business Partners.

We welcome candidates interested in either full-time employment or part-time arrangements with a minimum of 30 working hours per week, as we believe in creating flexible working solutions that accommodate our employees' diverse needs and lifestyles.

• An attractive renumeration package
• Discounts on many products and services provided by the Siemens Corporate Benefits
• Appealing Siemens pension benefits
• Access to employee share plans
• 30 days of paid vacation and a variety of flexible work schedules that allow time off for you and your family
• 2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a global standard

Since each of over 300,000 employees feels that other benefits are particularly important, and we cannot list our entire benefit portfolio here, you can find more information here.  

The individual benefits are subject to regulatory, contractual, or corporate conditions. 

 Responsibilities

• You define and implement global trade compliance strategies to ensure compliance with export control requirements across the global DI MC organization
• You will advise in complex export compliance legal matters and engage with authorities and Siemens departments e.g. Legal, Governmental Affairs and other Siemens units
• You run and lead a global virtual network of Export Control and Legal professionals and associates
• You lead projects to develop innovative AI solutions and lean processes to enable export control compliant new business
• You cooperate within a strong network of regulatory bodies, legal and administrative authorities, governmental affairs and demonstrate a strong and reliable implementation of a global Siemens Internal Control Program (ICP)
• Provide regular communication and training to the assigned businesses on relevant export control and related legal topics
• Resolve Export Control blocking issues and complete approvals for certain higher risk transactions
• Lead trade compliance risk assessments and monitor compliance improvement plans based on risks identified
• Supervise and support global export classifications, consult sales and customers in all export classification requests.
• Be a trusted partner/ legal advisor at executive and management level with all organizations involved in global trade transactions to ensure trade compliance.
• Engage with senior leaders on strategies and initiatives that affect global trade compliance and where trade matters may impact strategy.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience

• Education
• Master's degree in business law, business administration, international business or a corresponding subject area or equivalent of education with additional working experience in related field
• Experience & Skills
• Many years of professional experience in legal trade compliance with international leadership experience ideally based on a law degree
• Must have an extensive functional legal knowledge of US, China and European Union export control regulations.
• Your phenomenal understanding of Siemens Internal Control Program, a plus
• Strong understanding of Digital Industry
• Strong experience in drafting formal legal correspondence with government agencies and strong working experience with export regulatory bodies and trade associations.
• Ways of working
• Strong communication (both written and verbal) and presentation skills
• Strong project management skills
• Previous experience managing people is required
• Languages
• Proficient in English
• Other Languages, a plus

Your individual personality and perspective are important to us. We create a working environment that reflects the diversity of the society and support you in your personal and professional development. Let’s get to know your authentic personality and create a better future together with us. As an equal-opportunity employer we are happy to consider applications from individuals with disabilities. 

About us

Are you ready to challenge the status quo and unlock your full potential?

Then dive into the world of Siemens Digital Industries Motion Control and join our dynamic team that is shaping the future of manufacturing across industries. This is your chance to move the world!

Find more information about the department and its products here: Motion Control

www.siemens.de/careers – if you would like to find out more about jobs & careers at Siemens.  

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