Import and Export Officer

TN United Kingdom; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the packaging sector is looking for a Customs Compliance Officer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for ensuring the lawful movement of goods across borders while navigating complex regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities and a deep understanding of customs laws, ensuring compliance and facilitating trade activities. If you are self-motivated and have a proven track record in customs approvals, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Company Pension

Performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customs compliance and securing approvals.
• Strong understanding of customs regulations and trade agreements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and trade laws.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and respond to customs inquiries.

Skills

Customs approvals

Analytical Abilities

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Communication

Regulatory Expertise

MS-Office proficiency

Job description

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Job Title: Customs Compliance Officer

In an era marked by globalisation and the relentless flow of goods across borders, our client, a leading company in the packaging industry, is seeking a skilled Customs Compliance Officer to ensure the smooth and lawful movement of their trade operations. As a pivotal figure in the organisation's international trade process, you will play a vital role in upholding complex regulatory frameworks and facilitating seamless trade activities.

Responsibilities:

1. Interpersonal Communication & Relationship Proficiency: Effectively communicate with stakeholders, including government officials, corporate teams, and suppliers, building strong relationships.
2. Regulatory Expertise: Possess a profound understanding of customs regulations, trade agreements, and tariff systems to navigate international trade law.
3. Attention to Detail: Scrutinise documents and processes meticulously to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
4. Analytical Abilities: Interpret complex regulations and analyse trade data to make informed decisions and optimise compliance strategies.
5. Customs Application: Identify and apply for customs simplifications such as Inward/Outward Processing, Customs Warehousing, Approved Exporter, Duty Deferment, Returned Goods Relief, and VAT postponed accounting.
6. Respond to Customs Enquiries: Address inquiries related to commodity coding, trade preferences, duties, valuation, and customs transit.
7. HMRC & VAT Knowledge: Maintain compliance with HMRC and VAT legislation through continuous professional development.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Successful track record in obtaining customs approvals for traders.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Thorough understanding of the market, key players, and products.
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ambitious and highly motivated.
• Proficient in MS-Office and sales support functions.

Specific Knowledge:

• Customs warehousing
• UK - EU Trade & Cooperation Agreement
• GB/NI Trade Protocols
• Trade preference
• Incoterms
• Returned Goods Relief
• Inward and Outward Processing
• Deferment
• VAT postponed accounting
• Tariff classification and procedures

Benefits:

• Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension
• Performance-based bonus based on profitability

Join our client's dynamic team and advance your career in customs compliance. Apply now!

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and a business for temporary staffing. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.