Senior Expert Customs Regulatory Affairs – Europe Lead (m/f/d)

DHL; Bonn; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading logistics provider is seeking a Senior Expert Customs Regulatory Affairs in Bonn. The role involves managing customs topics across Europe, developing compliance policies, and advising business units on regulatory matters. Applicants should have a university degree in law, significant experience in customs, and fluency in both German and English. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation.

Leistungen

Flexible working hours

Health and preventive care services

Childcare support

Company pension plan

Development opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in customs within a corporate environment.
• In-depth expertise in German and/or European customs law.
• Proven experience in implementing policies and standards.

Aufgaben

• Take responsibility for customs-related topics and projects across DHL Group.
• Support the Head of GCO in policy matters and decision-making processes.
• Develop group-wide policies, standards, and processes for the European region.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Legal knowledge

Ausbildung

University degree in law or a comparable qualification

Jobbeschreibung

DHL Group – we are the world’s leading logistics provider. Our company connects people and markets and enables global trade. Our strategic goal is to be the first choice for customers, employees, and investors worldwide.

The Global Customs Office (GCO) advises all DHL Group business units worldwide on customs, indirect taxes, and export control regulations. As a central compliance function, GCO develops group-wide standards and monitors their implementation. The team also supports regulatory policy matters, process compliance, and communication with authorities.

Join our team – in a subject-matter leadership role and as Deputy Head of Department.

Senior Expert Customs Regulatory Affairs – Europe Lead (m/f/d)

Bonn | Full-time | Permanent

Your responsibilities

• Take responsibility for customs-related topics and projects across DHL Group with a focus on Europe – including monitoring regulatory developments and deriving strategic measures
• Support the Head of GCO in fundamental policy matters, decision-making processes, and communication with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and implement group-wide policies, standards, and processes for the European region
• Advise divisions and central functions on customs-related questions, escalations, and compliance issues
• Manage and support audits, administrative procedures, and coordinate external consultants
• Lead and coordinate regional projects, working groups, and internal expert committees – including support for local initiatives
• Represent DHL Group in European industry associations and advocate with authorities
• Lead the regional Customs Knowledge Group and represent GCO in internal Legal Practice Groups

Your profile

• University degree in law or a comparable qualification, e.g. experience in a senior role within customs administration
• Several years of professional experience in customs within a corporate environment, ideally complemented by knowledge of import VAT and excise duties as well as experience in the logistics industry
• Strong affinity for legal regulations, complex topics, and logistics business models and processes
• In-depth expertise in German and/or European customs law, as well as in indirect taxation, customs compliance, and risk management
• Proven experience in implementing and ensuring compliance with policies and standards, along with strong project management skills
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills combined with a structured, self-driven working style
• Confident appearance, strong communication and presentation skills, and professional stakeholder management in both national and international contexts
• Fluent in German and English; willingness to travel (< 25%)

Your benefits

• Flexibility: We offer up to 3 days/week of flexible remote work, along with flexible working hours without core hours. The arrangements may vary depending on the task and role.
• Well-Being: Fun, team spirit, and health are crucial factors. Therefore, within the company, we offer a wide range of health and preventive care services, an occupational physician and the FC Deutsche Post. Here, employees engage in sports activities together or exchange ideas.
• Family-friendly: The compatibility of family and work has many facets, such as childcare, care for family members, etc. We support this, for example, through kindergarten places as well as the Betreuungs- und Erholungswerk (support and recreation program).
• Mobility: We move not only letters or parcels but also our employees through offerings such as company bicycles, job tickets and possibly company cars.
• Location: The Post Campus brings together people from more than 60 countries. The Post Tower is easily accessible by car, public transportation and bicycle. To facilitate the workday, the campus offers amenities such as parking spaces, post office, café, canteen and more.
• Onboarding: Individual onboarding, training on the job, networking, a dedicated certified program, etc., lay the foundation for a successful start at DHL Group.
• Development opportunities: We offer numerous development opportunities through a comprehensive training landscape, junior talent programs, coaching etc.
• Social commitment: Through global corporate programs, we improve the educational and career opportunities for young people and engage in disaster management at airports. We also contribute to local environmental protection and aid projects initiated by employees on a voluntary basis.
• What else? Company pension plan, social counseling, inclusion consulting, cleaning service, insurance cooperation, corporate discounts, events, sabbaticals and much more!

About DHL Group

Without the commitment, creativity and know-how of our employees worldwide, the success of DHL Group would not be possible. Get to know us and become part of our team.

Apply now with your complete documents, stating your salary expectations, using the application button.

For further information, please visit careers.dhl.com. For initial personal contact and any questions, please contact Christian Klenner at [e-mail] or 0228-189-51938.

We look forward to receiving your application*.

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*At DHL Group, applications from all individuals are welcome, regardless of age, gender, origin, religion or physical attributes.