DescriptionAt CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Job summaryCDW is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Trade Compliance Analyst to support our UK and international operations. Sitting within the Legal, Risk, Ethics and Compliance (LREC) team, you will help ensure the compliant and efficient movement of goods, software, and technology across borders. This role directly supports CDW''s global business goals by reducing risk, maintaining compliance, and enabling international growth.

What you will do

Assist in the development and implementation of robust compliance frameworks.

Review and process international trade opportunities and ServiceNow case tickets.

Conduct export classification (ECCN) reviews and support licence applications via SPIRE/LITE.

Participate in internal audits, analyse anomalies, and support remediation actions.

Collaborate with Procurement, Sales, Logistics, and Supplier Management teams.

Maintain customs documentation databases and perform denied party and red flag screenings.

Support automation and process improvement initiatives.

What we expect of you

Faster and more accurate processing of international opportunity cases.

Increased ECCN classification capacity and reduced export delays.

Improved SLA performance and stakeholder satisfaction.

Identification and mitigation of trade compliance risks.

Contribution to data quality, reporting, and strategic compliance improvements.

Minimum basic requirements

Regulatory Expertise: Strong grasp of UK, EU, and US export controls and customs laws.

Operational Excellence: Process-oriented with a focus on efficiency and compliance.

Analytical Thinking: Uses data to inform compliance decisions and spot trends.

Collaboration and Influence: Works cross-functionally and communicates clearly.

Systems Proficiency: Comfortable using ERP systems and trade compliance tools.

Adaptability: Thrives in changing regulatory environments and business priorities.

Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and ethical judgement in all tasks.

Preferred skills, experience, and qualities needed

4+ years in international trade compliance, preferably with customs/logistics exposure.

Hands-on experience with SPIRE/LITE and export licence applications.

Knowledge of key regulations: EU Dual-Use Regulation, UK Dual-Use, US EAR, OFAC.

Strong understanding of Incoterms, ECCN/HS code classification, and embargoes.

Skilled in interpreting complex trade laws and applying them operationally.

Exceptional attention to detail, data validation, and record keeping.

Ability to influence and build relationships across teams and geographies.

We make technology work so people can do great things.

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the SandP 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.

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