Senior Customs Compliance Manager

Arbex; Tadworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading pension contribution

Bonus scheme

Flexible Savings and spending accounts

Private Medical Insurance

Diverse income protection insurance

Education support

Relocation support

Childcare support

Job summary

Arbex is seeking a skilled Customs and Trade Compliance professional to lead strategic outlooks, manage compliance projects, and implement robust internal controls across its multinational operations. You will collaborate with government agencies, brokers, and vendors to sustain compliance and cost efficiencies.

The role emphasizes developing training materials, maintaining AEO status, and conducting regional audits to ensure accurate entry documentation and broker invoicing.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of customs regulations and practice.
• Proven ability to manage customs compliance over several years.
• Strong attention to detail and process discipline.

Responsibilities

• Strategic customs outlook for Multi-National Company
• Leads and supports customs/compliance projects
• Develops a best practice Customs compliant program; drives internal controls to sustain compliance
• Review and standardize Company’s use of third-party service providers (e.g., customs brokers, logistics) for improved compliance and cost savings
• Serve as the primary point of contact with government agencies, customs brokers and vendors
• Establishes and maintains AEO or equivalent status
• Develop trade compliance training material
• Develop and implement an audit program to maintain regional trade compliance, including random audits of entry documents, broker invoices, entry folders, etc.

Skills

Customs regulations

Customs compliance

Communication under pressure

Collaboration

Process improvement

Risk awareness

Education

Customs Affairs qualification

Job description

Become part of the team powering household names like Andrex®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark.

You were made to create what’s next: you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and driving continuous improvement. You hold the big picture while mastering the details, making sure every product, process, and partnership moves with precision and purpose. You lead with the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. We’ll be Unstoppable Together.

About You

In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the centre. Job responsibilities include:

• Strategic customs outlook for Multi-National Company

• Leads and supports customs/compliance projects

• Develops a best practice Customs compliant program; drives internal controls to sustain compliance

• Review and standardize Company’s use of third-party service providers (e.g., customs brokers, logistics) for improved compliance and cost savings.

• Serve as the primary point of contact with government agencies, customs brokers and vendors

• Establishes and maintains AEO or equivalent status

• Develop trade compliance training material

• Develop and implement an audit program to maintain regional trade compliance, including random audits of entry documents, broker invoices, entry folders, etc.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge in customs regulations

• Demonstration and evidence of practical customs competence over the previous 3 years and professional qualifications in Customs Affairs

• Experience managing customs compliance (Identification and correction of potential violations)

• High process focus with enhanced attention to detail

• Be a good communicator & able to work under pressure

• Be collaborative and flexible with a strong “can do” attitude

• Strong continuously improve and experience in process/procedure implementation

Total Benefits

Webelievethatouremployeesareourgreatestasset, andwe'recommittedtoprovidingthemwiththeresourcestheyneedtobesuccessful.Ifyou'relookingforarewardingcareerwithacompanythatcaresaboutitsemployees,thenARBEXistheplaceforyou.

• Market-leading pension contribution.

• Bonus scheme.

• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximise health care options and stretch pounds when caring for yourself or dependents.

• Private Medical Insurance, great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.

• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Flex That WorksatARBEX

We believegreat workhappens when people come together with purpose.That’swhy we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate whilemaintainingthe balance you value.

And finally, the fine print….

ForARBEXto grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands thatshape the future of tissue and hygiene, which is whyweseek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking toARBEX, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilitiesand skillsrequiredfor this position.

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. ARBEX will not provide relocation support for this role.