Logistics Compliance Officer

Investigo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based logistics firm is seeking a Logistics Compliance Officer to take ownership of import and export compliance within a regulated international supply chain environment. The successful candidate will manage customs processes, audits, and ensure adherence to compliance regulations. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in customs or logistics compliance, strong knowledge of trade regulations, and excellent organizational skills. This role offers a hybrid work model and a salary of up to £40,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a customs, trade, or logistics compliance role.
• Strong knowledge of UK and international trade regulations and customs law.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of all non-UK import activity, including materials and repair units.
• Control and oversight of the end-to-end import process using defined systems and procedures.
• Accurate calculation and validation of import VAT and duty charges.
• Review and reconciliation of import data to ensure accuracy of government reporting.
• Liaison with customs brokers to ensure declarations are correct and compliant.

Skills

Experience in customs compliance

Knowledge of UK and international trade regulations

Attention to detail

Cross-functional communication

Process ownership

Job description

Logistics Compliance Officer
Luton- Hybrid
Up to £40,000 per annum

An established UK-based organisation operating within a regulated, international supply chain environment is looking to appoint a Logistics Compliance Officer to take ownership of import and export compliance across its operations. This is a key role with visibility across the business, acting as the subject‑matter expert for customs processes, audits, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Ownership of all non-UK import activity, including materials and repair units
• Control and oversight of the end‑to‑end import process using defined systems and procedures
• Accurate calculation and validation of import VAT and duty charges
• Review and reconciliation of import data to ensure accuracy of government reporting
• Liaison with customs brokers to ensure declarations are correct and compliant
• Ensure correct customs procedures are applied for repair units and special regimes

• Ownership of export processes for repair units and specialist shipments
• Ensure correct customs procedures are followed for exports (including special regimes)
• Work closely with logistics and dispatch teams to ensure shipping documentation is complete and compliant
• Ensure export data is accurately reflected in monthly government reporting

• Maintain and improve import/export procedures and documentation
• Act as the main contact for customs and trade compliance audits
• Provide guidance, support and coaching to internal teams on compliance requirements
• Communicate regulatory updates and ensure consistent understanding across the business

Key Attributes

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a customs, trade or logistics compliance role
• Strong knowledge of UK and international trade regulations and customs law
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident working cross‑functionally and communicating compliance requirements
• Comfortable owning processes and acting as a compliance lead

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