Export Control Manager/Senior Manager

Leonid Group has been retained by a global leader in optical and photonic technologies to appoint a Export Control Manager/Senior Manager based in San Jose, California.
This role is critical in supporting the US export operations and strengthening the company’s global export compliance framework.
As part of the Americas Trade Operations Team within the Legal function, this role serves as a prima
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ry subject matter expert on US export controls, ensuring compliance with the EAR, ITAR, and related regulatory requirements.
This role leads jurisdiction and classification activities, manages export licensing and authorizations, oversees regulatory and sanctions screening, conducts end-use and end-user due diligence, and administers deemed export controls for the region.
Core Responsibilities:
• Export Control Classification: Determine and document export jurisdiction and classification for hardware and technology under the EAR and ITAR. Perform de minimis and FDP analyses; evaluate applicability of EAR license exceptions; conduct complex classification and jurisdiction assessments. Assign and maintain ECCNs, support CCATS submissions, and ensure accurate, auditable classification records.
• Export Licensing Management: Identify licensing requirements and assess eligibility for EAR exceptions and ITAR exemptions. Prepare, submit, and manage export licenses, including TAAs and MLAs. Track and enforce compliance with license provisos, conditions, and restrictions, ensuring complete and audit-ready documentation.
• End-Use, End-User, and Destination Screening: Conduct end-use, end-user, destination, and restricted-party screening. Perform embargo and sanctions checks, evaluate red flags, and conduct diversion-risk and KYC due diligence for export transactions.
• Deemed Export & Technology Control: Manage deemed export compliance, including nationality-based acces

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