Customs Compliance Specialist

Carbon 60; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology firm in Farnborough is seeking a Customs Compliance Specialist to enhance the movement of goods across international borders. The role involves developing customs compliance processes, training teams, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate has a degree in International Trade Compliance and experience in customs regulations. This position offers competitive pay and the possibility of contract extension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customs compliance or international trade.
• Strong knowledge of HTS codes and customs procedures.
• Experience working with customs brokers and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global customs compliance processes.
• Accurately classify products using HTS codes.
• Review and classify inbound shipments for customs declarations.

Skills

Customs compliance knowledge

Strong attention to detail

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Degree in International Trade Compliance or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools

Job description

Location: Farnborough

Contract: 6 months (inside IR35) (likely extension/potential permanent)

Rate of Pay: £40ph umbrella or £29.89ph PAYE

Role Overview

A leading innovator in high-altitude aerospace technology is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Compliance Specialist to support the compliant and efficient movement of goods across international borders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a pioneering organisation at the forefront of solar-electric aviation and global connectivity solutions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to manage import/export processes, classify shipments, and maintain accurate compliance records.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global customs compliance processes.
• Deliver in-person training on customs topics to internal teams.
• Accurately classify products using Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes.
• Review and classify inbound shipments to ensure accurate customs declarations.
• Track packaging data for UK Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting.
• Obtain necessary regulatory clearances, including Type Approval Certificates.
• Create SOPs for customs brokers and third-party logistics providers.
• Manage temporary shipments to avoid double duty payments.
• Liaise with customs brokers in the UK and Kenya to ensure proper documentation and procedures.
• Coordinate with export teams to secure licences and clearances.
• Reconcile quoted duties with actual payments in collaboration with finance and tax teams.
• Validate purchase orders related to duty and customs payments.
• Maintain accurate records of import/export licences and manage renewals.
• Act as the primary contact for customs-related queries between internal teams and external brokers.
• Stay up to date with customs regulations and best practices.
• Ensure accurate export and customs compliance data is maintained in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool.
• Support logistics in maintaining an accurate and current Product Matrix.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in International Trade Compliance, Customs, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in customs compliance or international trade.
• Strong knowledge of HTS codes, import/export regulations, and customs procedures.
• Familiarity with Type Approval Certification and licensing requirements.
• Experience working with customs brokers, logistics providers, and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency in ERP and PLM systems is advantageous.
• In house custom experience desirable.
• International experience, particularly in Kenya, is a plus.

If you are interested in this role please apply directly or for more information contact Ellie at Carbon60 on (phone number removed).

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