Customs Compliance Lead

TN United Kingdom; Tendring; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Customs Compliance Lead to join their team. In this vital role, you will assist in ensuring all customs activities comply with regulations while supervising security access for a safe work environment. You will be responsible for managing customs documentation, conducting audits, and providing technical support across divisions. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to grow within a dynamic company known for its commitment to sustainability and employee well-being. Join a team of 75,000 professionals operating in over 95 countries and make a significant impact in the logistics sector.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

LifeWorks App

Life Insurance

Eyecare Voucher Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Trade Compliance or Customs Compliance role.
• Knowledge of Customs regulations and customs entries is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Customs Compliance Managers across all divisions in customs activities.
• Supervise security access and manage customs documentation for imports/exports.

Skills

Trade Compliance

Customs Compliance

Freight Forwarding

Logistics

Import/Export Regulations

Customs Entries

Customs Warehouse

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Communication Skills

Tools

Customs Software

Government Gateway

Job description

A position for a Customs Compliance Lead has become available at DSV, location TBC.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company committed to providing quality, innovative value, and logistics services.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

To assist the Customs Compliance Managers in supporting all 3 divisions (Road, Air & Sea and Solutions) within DSV in all levels of customs activity. The Customs Compliance Lead will supervise security access to ensure a safe and secure environment for employees and visitors. The candidate will be driving a high level of customs compliance and ensuring that all DSV custom compliance policies are adhered to.

KEY TASKS

1. Completion of customs compliance audit activity and provide feedback to the 3 DSV divisions.
2. Arranging clearance of goods into the UK as appropriate – issuing full customs clearance instructions to the agent (including Commercial Couriers) to allow for the goods' timely clearance into the UK and where necessary, authorizing payment/suspension of applicable duties/taxes.
3. Providing technical customs support across the 3 DSV divisions with preference, Customs Warehousing and Special Procedures.
4. Key responsible person for management and issuance of security access cards, including the onboarding of new DSV sites.
5. Managing user access for customs software and Government Gateway.
6. Approve requests to use DSVs Excise Movement Guarantee.
7. Ensuring that, where required, any import and/or export permits/licences are in place to allow for the smooth movement of goods into and out of the UK.
8. Maintaining all supporting customs documentation for import and export consignments, completing all relevant HMRC returns, where required.
9. Assisting with all relevant HMRC, HM Government and corporate/internal audits as required.
10. Provision of customs internal training to the DSV divisions.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Proven experience in a Trade Compliance, Customs Compliance or freight forwarding, logistics, import/export orientated role.
2. Knowledge of Customs regulations (desirable).
3. Experience in customs entries (essential).
4. Customs Warehouse experience (desirable).
5. Proficient in Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
6. Ability to work under tight deadlines and KPIs.
7. Willingness to learn.
8. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 75,000, operating in over 95+ countries.

Be part of a company that has strong ambitions and targets for sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

1. 25 days Annual Leave Entitlement, increasing with length of service.
2. Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars.
3. Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme.
4. Employee Assistance Programme, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
5. LifeWorks App to gain cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
6. Life Insurance which includes access to expert probate support.
7. Eyecare Voucher Scheme.