Ph3Overview /h3h3WELCOME TO SITA /h3pAt SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry. /ppYou’ll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting‑edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don’t just move the world forward‑we're proud to be recognized as a bGreat Place to Work /b® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow. /ppAre you ready to love your job? /ppThe adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA. /ph3PURPOSE /h3pbSITA Legal /b /ppAt SITA, we are meeting the new needs of travel ... today. In an international high‑performing culture, combining IT, Telecommunications, Air Transport and Critical Infrastructure, where people do great things together. We are the leader in travel tech – cloud, software, SaaS and IT infrastructure. We are trusted by our 2,500 air transport customers and governments worldwide for essential IT and networks, and for global air passenger data transit. /ppSITA is one of the world’s smallest multi‑nationals. Our 5700 people are present across over 120 countries, in which we have more than 350 legal entities. We belong to an industry that is by its nature international, serving the needs of the air transport industry across all four corners of the globe. Our products and services are designed to support more efficient, easier, safer and greener air travel. /ppNothing much happens at SITA without the involvement of the Legal function, a key benablement function /b that ensures SITA has the right to do business across the globe and helps get deals across the line. We support SITA and our colleagues to “Get to Yes” sustainably, ethically and legally. /ppbPurpose of the Role /b /ppThe bHead of Sanctions Compliance /b is a pivotal leadership role. It requires a strategic, globally minded lawyer who acts as a bsherpa /b, guiding the business through complex regulatory landscapes — not merely identifying constraints, but enabling safe, ethical paths to “yes.” This role shapes SITA’s global sanctions, export controls, and compliance posture, ensuring the organisation meets (and anticipates) UK, EU, US and other /ph3KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /h3h3bWHAT YOU WILL DO /b /h3pThis role is responsible for leading the Group’s global sanctions, export controls and business compliance program, ensuring it remains robust, risk‑appropriate, forward‑looking, and fully aligned with international regulatory expectations. The role oversees globally the development, implementation and continuous improvement of frameworks covering Trade Sanctions Export Controls, Anti‑Bribery Corruption, Anti Money Laundering, Fraud Financial Crime and related areas. Depending on the skills and experience of the postholder, this post may include the oversight of SITA’s Ethics Office (focus on ethical leadership and investigations related to personal behaviour). The role encompasses the design of the programs and the execution and implementation within and in collaboration with the entire SITA business. /ppMain contacts internally: Group General Counsel, CFO, CEO, Internal Audit, Audit Risk Committee of SITA’s Board, Regional Leadership, Business Unit Heads, Corporate Risk, Enterprise Security, People (HR), Finance. /ppMain contacts externally: UK, EU, US and other relevant Regulators, External Counsel, Industry bodies and trade compliance organisations. /ppbGrade: /b Director LegalbLocation: /b Europe (Reading, Barcelona, Prague, Brussels, Rotterdam) – hybrid workingbReports to: /b Group General CounselbDirect Reports: /b 3–4 (two in Reading, one in Barcelona, one shared resource in Mumbai)bCommittees: /b Convenes acts as Secretary of SITA’s Global Trade Board and Validation Board /ph3A. Prevention /h3p- Lead the design, development and enhancement of the global compliance programs in the areas noted. /pp- Maintain a strong, values‑based compliance culture across all geographies. /pp- Ensure policies, controls and procedures are up‑to‑date, well‑communicated, and globally understood. /pp- Provide expert sanctions and export control guidance to business units and leadership (requiring a comprehensive understanding of SITA’s portfolio of products services and of its ecosystem). /pp- Oversee systematic Code of Conduct compliance. /pp- Develop tools and frameworks that facilitate responsible, risk‑aligned decision‑making. /pp- Manage the Group’s compliance training strategy and curriculum. /pp- Ensure oversight and governance of third‑party due diligence and screening methodologies. /pp- Collaborate with Investor Relations, Corporate Control and others related to reporting and disclosures. /ph3B. Detection /h3p- Identify emerging risks, vulnerabilities and red flags across jurisdictions. /pp- Coordinate with Internal Audit and Risk Management, as well as external advisewrs, ensuring issues are escalated appropriately. /pp- Support or lead investigations relating to in‑scope areas. /ph3C. Correction /h3p- Monitor the effectiveness of the compliance programs and implement improvements. /pp- Oversee remediation actions and corrective measures where compliance gaps arise. /pp- Provide guidance to prevent recurrence of compliance issues /ph3Qualifications /h3h3bWHAT YOU BRING /b /h3h3bExperience Qualifications /b /h3ullibUK, US, or other recognised legal qualification /b (required) /liliMinimum b15+ years /b professional experience, principally in Trade Sanctions Export Controls, ABC, AML, Fraud Financial Crime (mix of private practice + inhouse strongly preferred). /liliExperience in the bair transport / aviation sector /b is strongly preferred /liliDemonstrated experience engaging with UK/EU/US regulators. /liliLeadership experience managing global or cross‑jurisdictional teams. /liliStrong understanding of multinational operating structures. /liliFull professional fluency in English; other languages are an asset /li /ulh3bLeadership Attributes Ways of Working /b /h3ulliComfortable with ambiguity; thrives in complex, multi‑jurisdictional environments. /liliMulticultural mindset with ability to influence across regions, disciplines, and seniorities. /liliTeam‑first leadership style — builds high trust, high integrity environments. /liliHigh emotional intelligence and credibility with executives and regulators. /liliAnalytical, conceptual thinker; able to break down complexity into practical guidance. /liliClear, confident communicator able to bridge technical, legal, and commercial domains. /liliEmbodies the sherpa mindset: collaborative, empowering, practical, solution‑oriented. /liliEthical leadership integrity. /li /ulh3bWHAT WE OFFER /b /h3pSITA provides a vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where you can grow your legal career while contributing to an exciting and evolving industry. We offer: /pulli b Work Flexibility /b: Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home up to 2 days a week (depending on team needs). /lili b Employee Wellbeing /b: Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing practical support and advice for various life matters. /lilib /ul /li /p /b