Analyst Global Trade Compliance

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At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.

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As Analyst, Global Trade Compliance here at Illumina, you will support the delivery and continuous improvement of our global trade compliance program.

Working as part of the Global Trade Compliance organisation, you will provide analytical, operational and project support across a broad range of international trade activities.

The role will have exposure to key areas of trade compliance including tariff classification, country of origin, customs valuation, export controls and sanctions, licensing, import/export operations, customs compliance and trade data analytics. You will also support global governance, reporting, audit readiness and process improvement initiatives as priorities evolve.

You will collaborate with Global Trade Compliance colleagues across regions and partner with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Logistics, Legal, Tax, Finance, Procurement and other business functions to support compliant and efficient global trade operations.

As part of Illumina’s global trade compliance organisation, you will contribute to building scalable, data-driven and digitally enabled compliance capabilities while supporting Illumina’s mission to unlock the power of the genome to improve human health.

Why You

You are an analytical and curious professional with an interest in international trade and global business operations. You are comfortable working with data, systems and detailed regulatory information, while being able to translate findings into clear actions and insights.

You enjoy working across different topics and are comfortable operating in a global environment where priorities may evolve. You bring a structured, proactive approach, strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop across multiple areas of global trade compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Fluent English is essential.

Provide analytical and operational support across global trade compliance programs and prioritiesSupport activities relating to tariff classification, country of origin, customs valuation, export controls, sanctions and licensing requirementsConduct trade compliance and regulatory research and document findings, recommendations and supporting rationaleAnalyze customs, trade and compliance data to identify trends, exceptions, inconsistencies and potential areas of risk or improvementSupport the development and maintenance of trade compliance reports, dashboards, KPIs and management informationSupport global governance and control activities, including compliance reviews, control testing, documentation and follow-up of identified actionsAssist with audit and regulatory readiness, including evidence collection, data analysis and maintenance of supporting recordsSupport the maintenance and improvement of trade compliance processes, procedures, guidance and documentationParticipate in process improvement, automation, digitalization and system initiatives, including data validation and user acceptance testing where requiredCollaborate with regional Trade Compliance teams and cross-functional stakeholders to support global initiatives and resolve trade-related questionsSupport training, knowledge management and other trade compliance awareness activitiesProvide support across other Global Trade Compliance projects and priorities as business and regulatory needs evolve

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Law, Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related fieldApproximately 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in trade compliance, customs, import/export, supply chain, logistics, regulatory compliance, data analytics or a related areaUnderstanding of international trade and customs concepts; experience in one or more areas such as tariff classification, customs valuation, country of origin, export controls, sanctions or licensing is preferredStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with complex datasets and identify patterns, exceptions and root causesStrong Excel skills; experience with data visualisation and analytics tools is an advantageExperience with ERP, customs or global trade management systems; SAP and SAP GTS experience is preferredInterest in technology, automation and the use of data to improve compliance processesStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities and prioritiesStrong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functions, cultures and time zonesExperience within a multinational or matrix organization is an advantageProfessional trade compliance or customs certifications are a plus

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