Customs Master Data Lead

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Customs Master Data Lead to ensure compliance and operational excellence. This role involves reviewing customs data, maintaining accuracy, and supporting data migration into SAP. You will work closely with the Customs Operations team, providing training and guidance while driving the use of classification and valuation procedures. The position offers a chance to enhance your qualifications in Customs Compliance while working in a dynamic, hybrid environment. Join a team that values integrity and attention to detail, and contribute to vital projects supporting national defense.

Benefits

Company Bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional days of Flexi Leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Proven track record in customs/trade compliance in a corporate environment.
• Extensive knowledge of HMRC customs regulations and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain accuracy of Customs Master Data.
• Support data migration into SAP and provide training to the team.

Skills

Customs Compliance

Tariff Classification

Customs Valuation

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Professional Qualification in Customs Compliance

Tools

SAP GTS

Customs Software Systems

Job description

Stevenage

Join our dynamic team at MBDA UK Ltd as the Customs Master Data Lead. You will play a vital role in achieving detailed customs compliance and operational excellence. Take this opportunity to improve your career and develop professionally in the Customs field.

Salary: Circa £45,000 depending on experience

Location: Bolton or Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave - enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…

The opportunity:

MBDA are seeking a meticulous and experienced Customs Master Data Lead to join our team.

Tariff classification, customs valuation and country of origin are the three pillars of Customs Compliance. A dedicated resource is required to ensure that these critical elements are correct on every Customs entry that is done and that the information to support is collated and retained in a structured manner.

• You will help us to review existing Customs Master Data and maintain its accuracy by keeping up to date with customs regulation changes.
• Provide support in relation to the data required for SAP GTS.
• Drive the use of classification, country of origin and customs valuation standard operating procedures.
• Support the Head of Customs Technology and Systems in completing a data cleanse and migrating this data into SAP.
• Design a process for assessing and recording correct Customs Master data, and build a system for supporting documentation.
• Support business projects with classification of new projects to facilitate the creation of new licences and ensure current licences are compliant.
• Provide training and guidance to Customs Operations team in relation to Customs Master data.
• Join our journey towards becoming an outstanding Customs team.

We offer the chance to work towards or enhance your existing qualifications in Customs Compliance.

What we're looking for from you:

• A proven track record in customs/trade compliance from a professional services company, HMRC or a similar role within a corporate environment.
• Extensive knowledge of HMRC customs regulations in respect of tariff classification, country of origin and customs valuation requirements.
• Someone with a high level of integrity and attention to detail, who can work independently and has excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Experience with customs software systems is an advantage.
• A person who holds, or is studying towards, a professional qualification in Customs Compliance or related field is preferred.

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given.

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

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