Export Compliance and Licensing Manager II, Europe and META
Key Skills
Job Description
Why Work at Lenovo
Description and Requirements
Lenovo is seeking an Export Control and Licensing Manager to support its trade compliance programme across Europe and META. The position is part of Lenovo's Export Classification and Licensing team and is responsible for managing and supporting the company's export control and licensing activities, including EU export control licensing and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Lenovo's trade compliance programme across Europe and META, with a focus on EU export controls and dual-use goods.
- Interpret relevant trade regulations and translate them into practical business requirements, guidance and best practices.
- Manage the export licensing programme, including General, Individual and Global Licences, as well as End User Certification requirements.
- Conduct post-entry audits, internal audits and compliance reviews.
- Monitor regulatory changes and ensure internal policies, processes and procedures are updated accordingly.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance while supporting business objectives.
- Participate in trade compliance associations and undertake other duties as required.
- Strong knowledge of EU export controls, dual-use regulations, licensing and sanctions.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in international trade and/or customs compliance.
- Practical experience in export compliance, including general licence determinations and ECCN classification.
- Ability to research, interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP GTS is an advantage.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Disability Excess Insurance Plan
- Pension Plan
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Children of Lenovo Employees Scholarship Program
- Lenovo and Motorola Product Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program, e.g., for health, legal & financial consultancy
- Internal E-learning Development Platform Available for Employees
- Contribution to Gym membership
- 25 holiday days + additional days based on internal policy
- Possibility to join volunteering activities
General Information
Core Responsibilities
The manager will oversee export control and licensing activities across Europe and META, ensuring compliance with EU regulations and dual-use goods policies. They will also conduct internal audits, monitor regulatory changes, and provide guidance to cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in international trade or customs compliance with strong knowledge of EU export controls. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and experience with SAP GTS is considered an advantage.
Benefits
- Disability Excess Insurance Plan
- Pension Plan
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Children of Lenovo Employees Scholarship Program
- Lenovo and Motorola Product Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Internal E-learning Development Platform
- Gym membership contribution
- 25 holiday days
- Volunteering activities
About Lenovo
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of “Smarter Technology for All”, Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI – one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI – helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group’s commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning 21 research and development locations in 11 markets, and a global supply chain including more than 30 manufacturing sites across 10 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence, including ranking #8 in the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub at https://news.lenovo.com/. To learn more about our career opportunities, visit our careers page at http://jobs.lenovo.com/.