FTZ Global Trade Senior-Open Location

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Birmingham; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior in Global Trade to leverage your expertise in foreign trade zones and client service. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance operational effectiveness in global trade while working in a hybrid environment. You'll engage with clients to navigate complex trade regulations and implement strategies that drive efficiency and compliance. With a commitment to continuous learning and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a dynamic and inclusive setting. Join a team that values your unique perspective and empowers you to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plans

Flexible Vacation Policy

Paid Time Off

Winter/Summer Breaks

Personal/Family Care Leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years in FTZ industry or relevant experience.
• Experience in client service and global trade operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage foreign trade zones and global trade risks.
• Improve international trade compliance for clients.

Skills

Foreign Trade Zone Administration

Customs Compliance

Project Management

International Trade Knowledge

Client Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in International Relations

Tools

Technology-enabled Environment

Job description

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At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

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EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

Do you want an exciting international career providing global trade services at one of the world’s most globally integrated professional accounting firms? Here is your chance. We are looking for experienced candidates with the requisite global trade knowledge and client-facing skill set who want a great career path in a rapidly expanding business.

The opportunity

As a Senior in our Global Trade practice, you will use your experience and technical knowledge to bring value to clients and manage risks related to foreign trade zone and other global trade matters. You will be a part of a team helping clients operate more effectively in moving goods around the world.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll spend much of your time engaged in activity to help our clients proactively manage their foreign trade zones and the risks of global trade, improving international trade compliance and increasing the operational effectiveness of supply chains.

Skills and attributes for success

• Performing foreign trade zone administration for clients and reviewing work completed by team members
• Researching customs and international trade issues
• Advising clients on customs compliance issues and potential duty savings strategies
• Staying current on global trade developments and work to develop new and innovative service offerings that can deliver value to our clients
• Successful project management experience with excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude; delivering a quality work product each and every time

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, international relations or a related field OR a minimum of 5 years of related work experience in the FTZ industry for a major importer or exporter
• Experience in a client service environment including a background in foreign trade zone, global trade and import operations
• Excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude
• Proficiency in a technology-enabled environment
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• U.S. Customs broker license, CCS, CES, CZS or AZS
• Experience in professional services together with the ability to listen to a client’s needs and develop a value proposition to expand new business

What we look for

We’re interested in people that will add value to client projects and appropriately delegate tasks to a qualified support team. If you’re ready to further build on your reputation as a professional in the global trade space, this role is for you.

What we offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $95,200 to $157,000. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $114,200 to $178,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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