Customs Compliance Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading technology company is searching for a Customs Compliance Specialist based in Farnborough. This full-time role involves developing customs compliance processes, coordinating imports and exports, and managing communication with customs brokers. Candidates should have strong customs knowledge and relevant experience. The position offers £29.89 per hour, with a 6-month contract and opportunity for further growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in customs compliance, international trade, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of HTS codes and customs procedures.
• Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global customs compliance processes.
• Liaise with customs brokers for import and export coordination.
• Work with finance teams to reconcile quoted duties.
• Maintain accurate records of licenses and manage renewals.
• Act as the main point of contact between teams and customs brokers.

Skills

Customs compliance

HTS codes knowledge

Import/export regulations

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Customs Compliance Specialist - Aalto

Location: Farnborough, UK (Full-time)

Contract: 6 months

Pay: £29.89 per hour (PAYE) / £40.00 per hour (Umbrella)

Hours: 37 per week

Security Clearance: BPSS+ (arranged by AALTO)

Shape the Future of Connectivity with AALTO & Guidant Global

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What You\'ll Be Doing

• Customs Compliance & Classification: Develop and implement global customs compliance processes; deliver in-person training on customs topics to various teams; accurately classify products using Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes; review and classify inbound shipments for accurate customs declarations; record and track packaging data for UK Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting; obtain Type Approval Certificates and other regulatory clearances; ensure compliance with UK and international customs requirements; create standard operating procedures for customs brokers and third-party logistics providers; manage temporary shipments to avoid double duty payments.
• Import & Export Coordination: Liaise with customs brokers in the UK and Kenya to ensure correct importation procedures and documentation; coordinate with export teams to secure all necessary licences and clearances.
• Financial Reconciliation: Work with finance and tax teams to reconcile quoted duties with actual payments; validate purchase orders related to duty and customs payments.
• Licence & Record Management: Maintain accurate records of licences and manage their renewal.
• Collaboration & Communication: Act as the main point of contact between internal teams and external customs brokers; stay up to date with customs regulations and industry best practice; collaborate with the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) team to ensure all compliance information is up to date; support logistics in updating the Product Matrix with current classifications.

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience in customs compliance, international trade, or a related field (experience valued over formal qualifications).
• Strong knowledge of HTS codes, import/export regulations, and customs procedures.
• Familiarity with Type Approval Certification and export/import licensing.
• Experience working with customs brokers, third-party logistics providers, and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency in ERP and PLM systems is a plus.
• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or production environments (not freight forwarding).
• In-house customs experience, with the ability to review and manage classification.
• Experience working with international markets; experience in Kenya is a bonus.

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply today and join us on our journey to connect the world from the stratosphere.