We are looking for a Marketing Communications & Export Controller with experience in an engineering setting to be employed immediately on a 9-12 month fixed term contract for an established company in Sandwich.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous experience in MARCOM or export control processes within a customer service environment.

The key responsibilities include:

• Manage the company website, through the developer to keep it up to date.
• Manage the social media sites, sending timely updates on sales team activities.
• Keep company presentation slides up to date with the latest information.
• Responsible for maintaining brochures and data sheets updated on website.
• Keep marketing materials and demo equipment serviceable and ready to use.
• Manage all aspects of export control and licensing requirements, ensuring all orders are addressed in accordance with the company's export control policy.
• Provide expert advice on Export Control Licensing, dealing with internal and external agencies to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with relevant departments, networking internally and externally to promote business growth while ensuring we meet export license requirements.
• Liaise with operations for lead time estimates and production schedule updates for customers.
• Log and follow-up on inquiries received into the company's website/mailbox.
• Responsible for MARCOM and export compliance internal communication.
• S&M general admin and covering other team members where necessary.
• Manage International Visitor process in line with UK MOD requirements.
• Responsible for International Visits Control Office (IVCO) clearances and Request for Visit (RFV) applications.
• Maintain and update international security visit records and responsible for onsite security requirements.
• Administratively support the Security Controller with security improvement initiatives and projects.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Ideally hold a business or marketing degree (or similar).
• Able to hold SC level security clearance.
• Valid driving license and passport is required.
• Previous experience in delivering customer service.
• Previous experience in export control is desirable.
• Knowledge in export license requests and management of process.
• Numerate and comfortable with capturing and manipulating data from different sources to produce costings and price lists.
• Team player who is also able to work independently and to strict deadlines.
• Comfortable with working in Defence and Security sectors.

The Package includes:

• Competitive salary.
• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday is a non-working day).
• Company profit sharing scheme.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Rewards and recognition scheme.

Please note this position is only suitable for candidates who are already able to live and work in the UK without restriction. No relocations please.

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