Customs Consultant BPE (Business Process Expert) (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London, Lidl, is seeking a Customs Consultant / Business Process Expert for their customs department. The role involves managing customs compliance, facilitating audits, and ensuring adherence to HMRC regulations. Candidates should possess a degree in International Trade Compliance and relevant advisory experience. The position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, along with numerous perks such as 35 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Sabbatical

Pension scheme

Additional 10% London Weighting allowance

Qualifications

• Degree in International Trade Compliance or equivalent customs qualifications required.
• Advisory and audit experience with HMRC preferred.
• Strong knowledge of customs regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage customs compliance for import/export processes.
• Utilize SAP GTS for managing customs transactions.
• Conduct audits and prepare compliance reports.

Skills

International customs regulations

Trade agreements

Duty optimization strategies

Advisory skills

Data analytics

Education

Degree in International Trade Compliance

MCIEX Grad

Tools

SAP GTS

MicroStrategy

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Customs Consultant BPE (Business Process Expert) (Hiring Immediately), London

Client: Lidl

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Summary
£49,500* up to £66,000* per annum | 35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table – but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re assertive, adaptable, and always go the extra mile to support our team.
Our customs department has an exciting opportunity for a Customs Consultant / Business Process Expert to join the team. As the Customs Consultant, you’ll be responsible for the successful operation of the Customs team systems and audit dashboard, working alongside the Customs Team Manager and Tax colleagues at Lidl GB.
You’ll advise and support compliance of import activities and Broker KPI reporting, ensuring full compliance with all HMRC / Border Force rules and regulations. Over time, you’ll develop and maintain the Customs audit and excise reporting to provide excellent service externally to customers and internally to stakeholders.
Your duties will include managing each step of the Import and Export process, tracking shipments affected by Border Force or Trading standards, and resolving system issues.
You’ll ensure full compliance with HMRC / Border Force rules and regulations, providing outstanding service to all stakeholders.
Lidl offers a hybrid working model, combining time in our modern office with the flexibility of up to two days working from home.

What you'll do

• Support customs compliance throughout the Customs & Imports team to ensure full compliance with all regulations.
• Utilize expert knowledge of SAP GTS and data analytics tools like MicroStrategy to manage complex customs transactions and develop user functions.
• Maintain and develop Webservices and IPAFFs data interfaces with stakeholders and brokers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on import operations and compliance, including import controls, HMRC, Border Force, and Defra.
• Assess costs and risks related to international trade, including tariffs, duties, taxes, and excise.
• Resolve queries and errors related to customs declarations and documentation.
• Conduct quarterly audits on compliance areas, prepare reports, and suggest digital improvements.
• Ensure accurate and timely declarations by brokers on the Customs CDS system.
• Plan and manage import/export projects and ad hoc events.
• Assist in compiling quarterly audits on compliance areas.

What you'll need

• Degree in International Trade Compliance, MCIEX Grad, or equivalent customs qualifications.
• Advisory and audit experience with HMRC or large consultancies is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of international customs regulations, trade agreements, and duty optimization strategies.
• Experience with customs bonded warehousing, excise, compliance, and import/export within retail, especially FMCG.
• Detail-oriented with technical knowledge of SAP GTS and MicroStrategy tools.
• Experience with SPS controls and BTOM controls is advantageous.

What you'll receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Additional 10% London Weighting allowance

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Disclaimer: Due to high application volumes, we may close the vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Submit your application promptly to avoid disappointment. Once closed, we cannot consider further applications.