Customs and Excise Manager

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Minworth; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of supply chain solutions in the UK is looking for a new team leader in Customs & Excise operations. This role involves ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and leading a small specialist team in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have expert knowledge of Duty Management systems and a proven leadership track record. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and room for personal development in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company sponsored pension scheme

Private medical & dental insurance

Access to online GP services

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Discounts via MyBenefits platform

Qualifications

• Highly meticulous and organised individual with experience in Customs & Excise activities.
• Proven leadership in team development and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Report timely submissions and declarations.
• Develop team knowledge of HMRC requirements.

Skills

Expert user level knowledge of Duty Management systems

Excellent working knowledge of HMRC legislation

Ability to adapt to change

Job description

Job Description

• Lead a small team of specialists, ensuring all activities associated with goods under bond status or IP special procedures are processed meeting HMRC requirements and approval
• Ensure the accuracy and timely reporting of all HMRC's required submissions and declarations, inclusive of the retention of all documentation and declarations that will serve to comply with HMRC audit processes
• Develop your own and team knowledge and understanding of HMRC requirements, through effective communications, and, where applicable, maintaining and revising Standard Operations Procedures and other continuous improvement processes
• Liaise with other site functions, providing expertise and support in all areas of Customs & Excise requirements
• Represent GXO in a customer-facing role to provide support, guidance, information and effective communication

Are you a highly meticulous and organised individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you currently, or have you worked in operations involved in Customs & Excise activities and now looking for the next step in your career - then read on! Excellent working knowledge of HMRC legislation applicable to Customs & Excise warehousing along with experience of working in a duty suspended and duty paid environment.

• Expert user level knowledge of Duty Management systems, including CDS, and a clear understanding of Inward Processing (IP) special procedures, processes and reporting
• A proven leader who invests in team development, engagement, with the ability to adapt to change through harnessing the core values of GXO

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.

This is a permanent, full-time position working Monday - Friday between the hours of 09:00 - 17:00, however we would expect a degree of flexibility.

We're looking to offer a salary of up to £45,000 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You'll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!