Customs and Trade Compliance Professional

JOB TITLE - Customs and Trade Compliance Professional

LOCATION - the UK, remote

HOURS - 40 hours

ABOUT THE ROLE.

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our Global Customs & Trade Compliance Team as a Customs and Trade Compliance Professional based in the UK. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and compliant movement of goods across borders, supporting our business operations globally. As part of a dynamic team, you will work to optimize customs processes, ensuring compliance with ever-evolving trade regulations.

WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Managing and improving customs processes, ensuring compliance with UK customs legislation.
• Overseeing import and export declarations, including customs clearing, duty management, and reconciliation of tariffs and VAT.
• Managing HMRC deferment accounts, excise duties, and compliance with regulations such as CMR and Incoterms.
• Working with factories and freight forwarders to ensure timely and compliant shipments.
• Identifying opportunities to improve customs processes with our 3PL partners in the UK.
• Staying up to date with local customs legislation and supporting the implementation of new regulations across our EU Planning & Fulfilment teams.
• Supporting the UK business in maintaining compliance with customs and trade requirements.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE REQUIRED?

• Residence in the UK and a background in customs services with a solid understanding of UK customs legislation.
• Familiarity with customs and excise processes, including license management and EMCS (Excise Management & Control System).
• Strong administrative and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (such as SAP or AX).
• Proactive, pragmatic, and able to identify process improvements.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to engage with various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of import/export declarations, duty drawback, and HMRC compliance is highly desirable.

WHAT IS ON OFFER?

As a colleague at [xxxxx], you will receive a comprehensive compensation package. Our benefits differ across regions; our recruiting team will be able to give more details.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

Before we enter a hiring process, your job application will be reviewed by a member of our recruiting team. Your application will be reviewed in line with the hiring competencies we have for the role you have applied for. If your experience aligns with the requirements, you will enter our hiring process which will consist of the following:

• Recruiter Screen
• Hiring Manager Interview
• Behavioral Assessment
• Leadership Interview
  

ABOUT [xxxxx]

At [xxxxx], we always encourage you to craft the career that makes you more. We have a rich heritage that dates back 250 years and have been operating as a [xxxxx] since 1961. We operate in over 100 countries, employing over 10,000 people. We offer a diverse portfolio of iconic brands ranging from Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, Partagas and most recently branched into smokeless tobacco through our recent acquisition of XQS. We are on a mission to focus on sustainability and minimizing our environmental footprint. We are committed to creating a culture that allows us to blend our strengths, to go far it takes a winning team, and this is why we pride ourselves on sharing our skills, knowledge and expertise to push each other forward.

Please be informed that this Direct Search is conducted exclusively by [xxxxx]. We do not accept applications from agencies, and we will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.