Customs Operations & Compliance Lead — Hybrid (3-Month)

Impact Recruitment Group Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Customs Operations & Compliance Manager. This role involves overseeing end-to-end customs compliance and cross-border operations, ensuring efficient movement of goods in the UK and EU for a major retail and entertainment company. You will manage customs activities, maintain documentation, and lead a customs team while working closely with logistics partners. A proactive approach and strong experience in customs operations are essential. Hybrid working is available with some travel required.

Benefits

Competitive rate

Hybrid working option

Qualifications

• Strong experience in customs operations, duty management, or freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of import regulations, documentation and supply chain processes.
• Solid people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee customs clearance, duty accuracy and product classification.
• Manage customs procedures and documentation.
• Liaise with global logistics partners to support efficient goods movement.
• Lead and develop the customs team, ensuring compliance.
• Support budgeting, reporting, audits and continuous improvement.

Skills

Experience in customs operations

Duty management

Stakeholder management

People management

Job description

A leading global recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Customs Operations & Compliance Manager. This role involves overseeing end-to-end customs compliance and cross-border operations, ensuring efficient movement of goods in the UK and EU for a major retail and entertainment company. You will manage customs activities, maintain documentation, and lead a customs team while working closely with logistics partners. A proactive approach and strong experience in customs operations are essential. Hybrid working is available with some travel required.