Vattenfall is looking for an Export Control & Customs Specialist

Do you want to be a part of an organisation who drives the transition towards a sustainable energy system? Are you passionated about customs and export control? Then now is the time to take action! Send your application our way and take the first step towards an exciting career!

About the role

Academic Work is looking for an Export Control & Customs Specialist ready to join one of Europe’s largest producers and retailers of electricity and heat - whose vision is to make fossil-free living possible within one generation and drive the transition to a sustainable energy system. You will be a part of a committed Supply Chain team that is located all over Europe yet whose team spirit is strong and cared for. The position is remote, with the opportunity to work from all the offices in DK, as well as the opportunity for work-related travels all over the EU. You will receive a thorough 3-days onboarding and thereafter specialist after your needs.

You will be offered:

• A challenging and independent job in an informal working environment.
• An interdisciplinary team with committed colleagues you always can count on.
• Attractive employment conditions and opportunities for personal and professional development.
• The opportunity for travel - all over the EU.
• To be able to shape your role depending on performance and interest.

This is a 6-month consultancy assignment with good possibilities for extension, provided if all parties are satisfied with the collaboration. You will be employed through Academic Work and work as a consultant at Vattenfall

• Execution of customs and Export Control related tasks.
• Contact Person for questions in the field of foreign trade and customs within the BU Offshore Wind.
• Contact the customs authorities when needed.
• Coordinating customs clearance for export/import through customs agent (Direct Import representation)
• Assist with commodity classification
• Supporting the Export Control & Customs Manager (ECM) in the field of process development, customs documentation, improvement initiatives, audits, trainings, etc.
• Responsible for Export Control measures e.g. embargo checks, sanction list screening and goods checks (Dual-Use, US-Reexport, etc.).
• Establishing requirements for licenses for the export of dual-use materials and generating license applications where necessary.
• Maintaining compliance with EU and foreign regulations governing the shipment, receipt and documentation of imported/exported products.

We are looking for

• Relevant educational background e.g. commercial law, logistics or comparable qualification.
• Advanced practical experience with setting up/managing customs activities.
• Good practical and theoretical knowledge of customs regulations and processes.
• Good theoretical knowledge of International Trade / Customs / Trade Compliance / Tariff Classification
• Practical and theoretical knowledge of developing customs and compliance procedures
• Proven understanding of the EU/UK and US export control regulation
• Experience with Incoterms, MS Office, and Windows
• Good written and oral communication skills in English

Advantage:

• Experience with SAP
• Good written and oral communication skills in Danish

As a person you are:

• Problem solver
• Result-oriented
• Structured

Other information:

Scope: This is a 6-month project employment opportunity, with the possibility of extension or internal employment

Working hours: Full time

Location: Remote

Contact Information: Academic Work is managing the recruitment process on behalf of Vattenfall. Any inquiries related to the position should be directed to Academic Work.

Please note that our selection process is ongoing, and the advertisement may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the screening or interview phase.

In this process, you will have to take both a personality test and a cognitive test if you meet the initial requirements. If you want to know more about the tests and why we use them, you can read more on our website.

By submitting your application to Academic Work, you acknowledge and agree that your personal information will be processed in accordance with the Personal Data Act.

Client information

Energy is our contribution to the quality of life – day after day. With around 20.000 colleagues Vattenfall provides comprehensive electricity and heating offerings to several million customers in northern Europe. For the work ahead we need people who are fully dedicated to our customers and to a sustainable society – people like you.