Senior Analyst Global Trade Compliance

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Senior Analyst, Global Trade Compliance 

Location: Eindhoven, Netherlands (hybrid 2 days onsite preferred).  

Remote candidates based elsewhere in the Netherlands may also be considered - travel to the Eindhoven site required minimum once per month.  

Candidates in the UK would also be considered - travel to the Cambridge site required minimum once per month.

 

The Opportunity 

 

As a Senior Analyst, Global Trade Compliance, you will support and strengthen Illumina's trade compliance operations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). You will ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, sanctions frameworks, and import/export controls while partnering with stakeholders across the business to support compliant cross-border operations. 

 

Working closely with Logistics, Legal, Procurement, Sales, Supply Chain, Customs Brokers, and third-party logistics providers, you will help drive operational excellence and maintain alignment with global trade compliance policies and standards. 

What You'll Do 

• Support the execution of regional trade compliance programmes across EMEA 

• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, customs laws, sanctions requirements, and export controls 

• Partner with internal teams and external customs brokers to facilitate compliant cross-border transactions 

• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact across EMEA jurisdictions 

• Support compliance reviews, audits, and corrective action activities 

• Investigate and resolve customs and trade-related issues, including shipment delays and documentation discrepancies 

• Prepare compliance reports, metrics, and documentation for management and regulatory requirements 

• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and operational efficiencies within trade compliance 

• Support trade compliance training and awareness programmes 

• Collaborate with global trade compliance colleagues to ensure regional alignment with corporate policies and standards 

What We're Looking For 

• Bachelor's degree in International Trade, Supply Chain, Business, Law, Finance, or a related discipline 

• Experience in trade compliance, customs, import/export operations, or global trade management 

• Strong understanding of EMEA customs regulations, export controls, sanctions, licensing requirements, and international trade regulations 

• Practical experience with tariff classification, customs valuation, origin determination, and customs broker management 

• Knowledge of EU dual-use regulations, UK export controls, and sanctions compliance frameworks is advantageous 

• Experience working within multinational and matrixed organisations 

• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills 

• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with ERP systems; SAP GTS experience is highly desirable 

• Professional trade compliance or customs certifications are beneficial 

• Fluent English communication skills 

 

Join us and help ensure the compliant movement of the technologies that are advancing the future of human health. 

 

The estimated base salary range for the Senior Analyst Global Trade Compliance role based in Netherlands is EUR 52,300 - 78,500.

The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This salary range applies to the primary posting location listed above. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range will be updated accordingly. Compensation ranges for other locations will differ to reflect local market competitiveness and will be shared with candidates if applicable during the recruitment process.

Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package.

We offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, flexibility, and life beyond work—combining globally differentiated offerings with locally tailored programs. This includes support during important life moments, flexible time off, opportunities to give back, and a weeklong company-wide summer shutdown. In the Netherlands, we offer an 8% holiday allowance (vakantiegeld) in addition to the salary listed above.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.