Local Trade Compliance Officer

ABB LTD; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Milton Keynes is seeking a Local Trade Compliance Officer to manage import/export operations. This role involves overseeing compliance activities, building procedures, and acting as a point of contact for customs brokers. The ideal candidate will have several years of experience in trade compliance and a strong understanding of supply chain and risk management. Competitive salary and flexible work practices are offered, making it an excellent opportunity for driven professionals.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible work practices

Employee Share Acquisition Plan

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of export control and customs rules.
• Several years of experience in business processes related to trade compliance.
• Ability to act as hands-on point of contact for trade authorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the contact for trade authorities, managing export license applications.
• Oversee daily trade compliance activities and product classification.
• Develop and implement practical trade compliance procedures.

Skills

Trade compliance management

Supply chain management

Risk management

Logistics

Effective communication

Technical knowledge of relevant products

Proficiency in English

Tools

SAP GTS

Job description

Job Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Serve as the hands‑on point of contact for trade authorities and management, managing export license applications, customs filings, and regulatory submissions.
• Oversee daily trade compliance activities, including product classification, valuation, country‑of‑origin verification, and transaction‑level approvals.
• Develop and implement practical trade compliance procedures and systems (e.g., SAP GTS) to ensure consistent, operational compliance across local teams.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks in real time, providing actionable guidance to business operations and continuously improving processes.
• Act as point of contact for customs brokers in case of clarification needs (e.g., regarding valuation or classification of products).
• Audit customs brokers regarding the correctness of customs entries, invoicing and archiving.
• Manage the necessary documentation and online forms for the efficient, cost‑effective and lawful execution of all import/export activities.
• Maintain and share with colleagues, as appropriate, personal knowledge of all relevant import/export laws and procedures, tariffs, duties, licenses and restrictions.

  Solid understanding of export control and customs rules, with potential for further expertise development within local and global context.

• Have several years of experience in business processes, with a strong understanding of supply chain management, risk management and logistics.
• Have experience working with trade compliance management systems (e.g., SAP GTS) and data‑driven compliance processes.
• Be able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization, providing guidance and training to teams.
• Be proficient in the English language.
• Have a strong business mindset, be self‑driven and responsive to operational needs.
• Have technical knowledge in the relevant product areas (though willingness to learn is essential).
• Live the values of Care, Courage, Curiosity and Collaboration.

  At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

About the Role

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We are entering an exciting new chapter as we have announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognised technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics and next‑generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics‑working alongside world‑class experts in a fast‑moving, innovation‑driven environment.

This Position reports to: SCM Manager. As a Local Trade Compliance Officer you will have the opportunity to be responsible for local import/export operations. Each day, you will supervise performance of customs brokers. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring smooth execution of operational trade and customs activities within a local unit, including relevant documentation and compliance with regulations.

The work model for the role is: #LI‑hybrid. This role is contributing to the ABB Robotics UK Ltd.

Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters – because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What's in it for you? We want you to bring your full self to work – your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path and take on challenges that matter. Here your work creates impact you can see and feel every day.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 d ays a nnual l eave plus b ank h olidays
• Competitive contributory p ension s cheme
• Life assurance
• I nternal mobility opportunities, mentors hips & access to projects globally
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Flexible work practices
• Employee Share Acquisition Plan
• Learning & development offering
• Retirement Plan