Global Trade Compliance Analyst

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.The Legal Compliance Organization (LCO) team headquartered in Milpitas, CA and second headquarters in Ann Arbor, MI provides legal guidance to further KLA’s strategic objectives and protect and preserve the legal, ethical and financial integrity and reputation of the Company. With specific expertise in the areas of corporate law, commercial law, employment law, and intellectual property; the LCO offers strategic legal counsel that is informed by a clear understanding of the company’s business objectives and expertise in the laws and regulations relevant to the business worldwide.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

What You’ll Do

Trade Operations & Compliance

• Manage day‑to‑day import and export activities for Singapore and SEA locations
• Ensure compliance with Singapore, SEA, and applicable international trade regulations
• Review and release export orders, including urgent and ad‑hoc shipments
• Maintain and update trade compliance SOPs to support operational excellence

Licensing & Regulatory Management

• Support import permit applications and export licensing requirements, including Strategic Goods controls
• Manage and administer the Singapore Bulk Export License for strategic goods

Advisory, Risk & Audit Support

• Act as a trade compliance subject‑matter expert for internal stakeholders
• Assist with internal audits and compliance reviews

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3–5 years of experience in trade compliance, import/export operations, or international business

Technical & Regulatory Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Singapore and Southeast Asia import/export regulations and Strategic Goods controls, including License applications.
• SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) or similar automated trade compliance systems experience preferred
• Familiarity with U.S. export and re‑export regulations is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Clear and confident communicator able to work cross‑functionally
• Self‑driven, organised, and comfortable managing competing priorities
• Able to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, global, multi‑time‑zone environment

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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