TRADE COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST - SANCTIONS & RISK -Deputy Manager-Ahmedabad

Who We Are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.

As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.

We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.

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About This Role

We are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support global trade compliance operations by reviewing and validating escalations from first-line screening activities. The role focuses on assessing potential sanctions matches, conducting due diligence, and determining regulatory impact while ensuring adherence to international compliance frameworks. This position plays an important role in risk mitigation, providing subject matter expertise, and strengthening compliance oversight across business activities.

What You’ll Do

• Review escalations from first-line screening by analysing transaction details, data accuracy, and contextual information
• Conduct detailed due diligence on target entities, including ownership and control structures, and develop clear organisational mappings
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather and validate relevant transaction and entity information
• Assess regulatory restrictions by evaluating sanctions frameworks (e.g., OFAC, EU, UN) and export control regulations
• Determine business impact, including restrictions, prohibitions, or licensing requirements
• Escalate confirmed cases to relevant decision-making authorities and document findings clearly
• Provide oversight of first-line screening activities to ensure quality and compliance
• Support continuous improvement of trade compliance processes and frameworks
• Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to data control standards
• Address queries promptly and contribute to efficient case resolution
  
  
  

Who You Are

• An individual with a strong understanding of export controls and global sanctions frameworks
• Experienced in compliance, risk management, or investigative roles (typically 1–3 years)
• Skilled in conducting due diligence on complex organisational structures and identifying ownership patterns
• Confident in interpreting regulatory requirements and assessing transactional risks
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to make informed decisions based on data and regulations
• Effective at stakeholder collaboration and communication within cross-functional teams
  
  
  

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's In It For You

• Opportunity to work on global compliance frameworks and regulatory environments
• Exposure to international trade regulations and sanctions programmes
• Collaboration with diverse teams across Vodafone’s global operations
• A structured environment that supports learning, development, and professional growth
  
  
  

What Skills You Will Learn

• Advanced due diligence and investigative analysis techniques
• Interpretation of international sanctions and export control regulations
• Risk assessment and decision-making within complex compliance scenarios
• Stakeholder collaboration and cross-functional communication skills
• Process optimisation and compliance framework enhancement
  
  
  

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At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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