Trade Compliance Senior Specialist

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through talent, technology & transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and third party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

About this role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Trade Compliance Analyst to support second line sanctions screening activities by validating and investigating escalations from first line screening. The role focuses on determining whether potential matches are false positives or confirmed risks, conducting thorough due diligence, assessing regulatory restrictions, and recommending appropriate compliance actions. This position plays a vital role in strengthening the compliance framework, mitigating risk, and ensuring adherence to global sanctions and export control regulations.

What you'll do

Review escalations received from the first line, analysing data accuracy, transaction details, and contextual factors to confirm potential matches

Conduct detailed due diligence on target entities, including ownership and control structures, and produce accurate organigrams

Engage with internal Vodafone stakeholders to gather and validate relevant information on entities and transactions

Perform regulatory analysis for confirmed matches, reviewing applicable sanctions and export control frameworks to assess restrictions or licensing requirements

Take appropriate follow-up actions in line with Vodafone guidance, including raising further queries where required

Escalate confirmed risks to the Trade Sanctions Screening Centre of Excellence Lead for decision-making

Clearly document all assessments, findings, and decisions to ensure auditability and transparency

Perform oversight of first line screening activities to ensure quality and consistency

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of compliance cases

Stay informed on updates to global sanctions lists (e.g. OFAC, EU, UN) and regulatory changes

Support continuous improvement of trade compliance screening processes

Execute data control processes to maintain accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards

Resolve queries efficiently and maintain up-to-date records in relevant systems

Carry out additional tasks as required to support business needs

Who you are

Experienced in compliance, risk management, or investigative roles (typically 3–5 years)

Knowledgeable in export controls and global sanctions regulatory frameworks

Skilled in conducting in-depth due diligence on complex organisational structures to determine ownership and control

Confident in interpreting legal and regulatory requirements and assessing associated risks

Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities

Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

Opportunity to work within a global compliance framework and contribute to risk mitigation across diverse markets

Exposure to complex international sanctions and export control regulations

Collaboration with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts across Vodafone

Development as a trusted compliance advisor within a dynamic, fast-evolving environment

Continuous learning through exposure to regulatory updates and challenging cases

What skills you will learn

Advanced due diligence and investigative techniques for complex corporate structures

Practical application of global sanctions and export control regulations

Risk assessment and decision-making in compliance scenarios

Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration

Structured documentation and audit-ready reporting practices

VOIS equal opportunity employer commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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