Import / Export Specialist - 1 year Fixed Term Contract

Roche; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare leader is seeking an Import/Export Specialist to manage compliance and logistics operations across the UK & Ireland. You will ensure smooth trade operations, oversee documentation, and adapt to regulatory changes. The ideal candidate has strong experience in import/export control, with a keen attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving mindset. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to healthcare innovation.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in import/export control, customs, or international trade.
• Strong knowledge of UK and international trade laws and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage shipping documentation and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end import and export operations across the UK & Ireland.
• Prepare, validate, and oversee shipping and customs documentation.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international trade laws and export controls.

Skills

Import/export control experience

Knowledge of trade laws

Compliance processes

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Position

Import / Export Specialist - 1 year FTC

Location

Roche Diagnostics UK & Ireland

The Opportunity

Are you ready to take ownership of a role where compliance and logistics expertise directly support healthcare innovation? As Import/Export Specialist at Roche Diagnostics UK & Ireland, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring all materials move smoothly and compliantly across borders, helping our business grow while supporting patients.

You’ll oversee import and export operations, ensure adherence to UK and international trade laws, and act as the go-to expert for customs processes and regulatory changes. This is your chance to bring your expertise to a global leader in healthcare, where continuous improvement and collaboration are part of our DNA.

Who You Are

You’re detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive in an environment where accuracy and compliance are key. You enjoy collaborating across teams and with external partners, and you’re motivated by building sustainable, efficient processes that make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Do

• Manage end-to-end import and export control operations across the UK & Ireland.
• Prepare, validate, and oversee shipping and customs documentation.
• Liaise with customs authorities, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with UK and international trade laws, export controls, and sanctions.
• Apply correct tariff classifications to materials and monitor duty/tax accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory reporting, acting as main contact for HMRC or industry body audits.
• Monitor and respond to regulatory changes, ensuring the business remains compliant and prepared.
• Troubleshoot customs or shipping issues to avoid delays.
• Share best practice with other Roche entities and support a sustainable approach to import/export activities.

What You Bring

• Solid experience in import/export control, customs, or international trade.
• Strong knowledge of UK and international trade laws and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage shipping documentation, tariff classifications, and compliance processes.
• Confidence in liaising with customs authorities, freight partners, and internal teams.
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to adapt to regulatory changes.

Why Roche Diagnostics?

At Roche, we are committed to improving patients’ lives while operating responsibly and sustainably. You’ll join a supportive team within our Supply Chain Organisation, benefit from ongoing learning and development, and have the opportunity to shape best practice in a role that truly matters.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100,000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life‑changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche Products Ltd. At Roche Products we believe diversity drives innovation and we are committed to building a diverse and flexible working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability or age. We recognise the importance of flexible working and will review all applicants’ requests with care. At Roche difference is valued and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.