Associate director Work, Jobs in Wolverhampton, England (with Salaries)

Associate Director of Global Trade
Safran —Wolverhampton
- Full-time
- Management
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Transformation Lead
Ormiston Academies Trust —Birmingham
- £65,000 - £75,000 a year
- Continuous improvement
- AI
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Associate Director
AtkinsRéalis —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Mentoring
- Training & development
Group Associate Director of People Delivery
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust —Dudley
- £94,356 - £108,814 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Human resources
- Recruiting
5d
Evaluation Specialist: Associate / Associate Director
Steer —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- No degree
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Associate / Associate Director
AtkinsRéalis —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- PMP
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
12d
Associate Director Of Quality - North and Central
Avery Healthcare —Cannock
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Training & development
Quick apply
11d
Associate Director - Regional Local Authority Account Lead
Arcadis —Birmingham
- Bachelor's degree
- Team management
- Mentoring
Associate Director - Consents Management
Turner & Townsend —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Master's degree
- Business development
Quick apply
Associate Director - Project Controls & Performance
Turner & Townsend —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
Quick apply
Associate Director - Project Planning
AECOM —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Business development
- Continuous improvement
14d
Associate Director - Aviation
AECOM —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- Engineering
- Business development
13d
Associate Project Director - Nuclear
Mace —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- No degree
Business Analyst
Ormiston Academies Trust —Birmingham
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Strategy Manager
Ormiston Academies Trust —Birmingham
- £55,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Associate Director - Operations & Supply Chain
KPMG —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Sales
- Business development
- Mentoring
Associate Director – Programme Management
Turner & Townsend —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
- Mentoring
Quick apply
4d
Associate Director - Project Management
Mace —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Team management
- Construction experience
Associate Director - Sports & Major Events
Steer —Birmingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
Senior Reward Manager - Executive Compensation & Equity Incentives
Syensqo —Oldbury
- £136,000 - £171,000 a year
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Project management
- Accounting
- Language training provided
Quick apply

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Associate Director of Global Trade

Safran -
Wolverhampton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Qualifications

Management
Law
Stakeholder liaison
Coaching
Compliance audits
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Stakeholder coordination
Continuous improvement
Risk assessment
Business
Leadership
Corporate regulatory compliance oversight
Stakeholder management

Full job description

Published 07.18.2026

Company : Safran Electronics & Defense Job field : Trade compliance and risks Location : Wolverhampton , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Employees / Staff

# 2026-184231

Published 07.18.2026

Job Description

Associate Director of Global Trade
Wolverhampton

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world‑class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight‑control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best.

Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector. Whether supporting major global programmes or developing the next generation of actuation technologies, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Your Role

This is a global leadership role, responsible for the development and execution of the organisation's global trade compliance strategy, ensuring adherence to international import/ export regulations, customs requirements, and sanctions programmes.

Partner with senior business leaders to support growth objectives while mitigating trade-related risks across multiple jurisdictions. Drive operational excellence through process standardisation, automation, and duty optimisation initiatives, while providing strategic leadership, guidance, and expertise on evolving global trade regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement the global trade compliance strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
Act as the interface between Safran Actuation Systems and Safran Group SLT on international trade regulations, sanctions, and compliance risks.
Lead, coach, and develop a globally dispersed, high-performing team of trade compliance professionals
Ensure compliance with import/export laws, customs regulations, and trade controls across global operations.
Lead trade compliance audits, investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action programmes.
Manage relationships with customs authorities, brokers, and regulatory agencies to support compliant operations.
Drive standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement of global trade compliance processes.
Support supply chain efficiency through duty mitigation strategies, tariff classification, and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) management.
Implement best practices to streamline customs clearance activities and reduce trade-related costs.
Monitor regulatory developments, assess business impact, and report on key compliance metrics, risks, and performance indicators.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's degree in Business, International Trade, Supply Chain, Law, or related field (Master's preferred).
10+ years of progressive experience in global trade, customs, or compliance, ideally in a multinational corporation.
Strong knowledge of import/export regulations, sanctions, and trade compliance frameworks (e.g., EAR, ITAR, OFAC, EU and UK regulations).
Proven track record of managing global trade compliance programs and interacting with regulatory authorities.
Capable of leading a remote team of 20+ highly-capable Trade Compliance professionals across Europe and the US
Exceptional leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
Professional certifications (e.g., LCB, CCS, or equivalent) are a plus.

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off ing for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.
Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.
A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

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