Trade Compliance Coordinator

Extension Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the North East is seeking a Trade Compliance Coordinator for a full-time, permanent role. The successful candidate will ensure compliant movement of goods, collaborate with departments on import/export processes, and maintain detailed records. Ideal applicants will possess knowledge of post-Brexit trading, UK customs, and technical product insight. This position offers a vibrant work environment with good benefits.

Benefits

Brilliant benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of post-Brexit trading landscape essential.
• Experience with UK and EU/US sanctions highly desirable.
• Technical product knowledge in maritime/offshore products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliant movement of goods in and out of the UK, Ireland, and EU.
• Conduct screenings/background checks for due diligence.
• Collaborate on commodity code classification from UK tariff.
• Prepare shipping documentation and comply with country-specific requirements.
• Submit export license applications using government systems.

Skills

Strong understanding of post-Brexit trading landscape

Experience in UK sanctions and export controls

Working knowledge of UK customs Tariff and rules of origin

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word

Education

Degree in law, science, engineering, technology

Tools

Licence application systems

Screening tools

Job description

Job Title: Trade Compliance Coordinator

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne (Will have to travel between Newcastle and Blyth sites)

Contract Type: Full time / Perm

All applications to - [e-mail]



Our client is a global engineering business with multiple sites in the North East. They are currently looking for a Trade Compliance Coordinator to be based at their site in Newcastle Upon Tyne on a full time, permanent basis.



This role is perfect for a proactive individual with a professional approach and the ability to build strong relationships. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a dynamic environment, this could be the next step in your career.



Culture and Company

Our client is a leading North East Engineering business. They are proud to invest in the development and knowledge of their current and future employees, offering a brilliant benefits scheme.



The Role of the Trade Compliance Coordinator

The Trade Compliance Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and compliant movement of goods in and out of the UK, Ireland, and EU. This position supports the business on all import and export control-related operational activities, contributing to the overall efficiency and compliance of the organisation.


Other responsibilities include:

Conduct and record screenings/background checks for due diligence to ensure compliance of potential customers.
Collaborate with various departments to support commodity code classification from the UK tariff.
Understand customs procedures and ensure the correct processes are followed.
Prepare shipping documentation and stay updated with country-specific requirements.
Use government systems to submit export license applications.
Generate customs clearance instructions for import and export consignments.


About You – Trade Compliance Coordinator

The ideal Trade Compliance Coordinator will have a strong understanding of the post-Brexit trading landscape and experience in UK (and EU/US) sanctions and export controls.



Other requirements include:

Working knowledge of the UK customs Tariff and rules of origin.
Experience with licence application systems and screening tools.
Technical product/industry knowledge, preferably of maritime/offshore products and technology.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
Degree in law, science, engineering, technology, or comparable work experience.