Senior Customs Regulatory Advisor

Colonial Group; Village of Garden City (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Hybrid work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

Metro Customs Brokers, a subsidiary of Omnitrans Inc., seeks a Senior Customs Regulatory Advisor to join our Regulatory & Consulting Services in the US Customs Brokerage division. The role focuses on delivering high-quality regulatory consulting to clients, coordinating regulatory data requests and audit responses, and staying ahead of changes in U.S.

Customs laws. A strong background in tariff classification and international trade practices is essential.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of eight years of comparable Customs operations experience.
• Certified Customs Specialist designation or U.S. Customs Broker License is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Title 19 of the CFR and related U.S. codes.
• Strong tariff classification and valuation skills with substantial experience.
• Thorough understanding of international business and trade practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Customs and trade regulatory matters and deliver high-quality consulting services.
• Provide oversight and coordination for regulatory data requests, legal inquiries, and audit responses.
• Monitor and interpret changes to U.S. Customs laws, regulations, and CBP guidance; assess client impact and provide practical recommendations.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, communicating regulatory updates and guiding actions.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for regulatory matters and monitor developments affecting the company.
• Resolve complex client issues related to tariff classification, claims, and other Customs topics.

Skills

Tariff classification

Regulatory research

Client advisory

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Customs Specialist credential

Job description

Metro Customs Brokers, a subsidiary of Omnitrans Inc., is looking for a Senior Customs Regulatory Advisor to join our Regulatory & Consulting Services in US Customs Brokerage division.

This person will :

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Customs and trade regulatory matters, delivering high-quality Customs consulting services to clients while ensuring alignment with applicable regulations, corporate policies, standards, and values.
• Provide oversight and coordination for regulatory data requests, legal and public records inquiries, audit responses, and strategic compliance planning.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, interpret, and assess changes to U.S. Customs laws, regulations, tariff measures, and CBP guidance; evaluate potential client impacts and provide practical recommendations to support ongoing compliance.
• Act as a trusted Customs and Trade Compliance advisor to clients by proactively communicating regulatory and tariff updates, explaining business implications, and providing clear guidance on required actions and best practices.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures that promote organizational awareness of regulatory and legislative matters; monitor developments and support strategies that advance the Company’s position.
• Resolve complex client complaints, disputes, and compliance matters in an effective and timely manner, including issues related to tariff classification, claims, and other Customs-related topics.
• Conduct research on Customs regulatory issues and provide informed guidance to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Research and provide recommendations on tariff classification, valuation, and tariff treatment; update and maintain client product profiles as required.
• Individual assignments may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Consulting on
    • Import strategy and compliance
    • Country of origin determination
    • Free trade eligibility
    • Partner Government Agency requirements
    • CF28 and CF29 audit responses.
    • Forced labor detentions
    • Seizures and marking notices
    • Binding Rulings
    • Mock audit
    • Prior disclosure
  • Product profile management
  • Claims and amendments
    • Post Summary Corrections.
    • 520(d) Free Trade Agreement claims.
    • 514 protests.
    • Superseding bonds.
    • Reconciliation submissions.
  • Temporary Import Bonds and USMCA Duty Deferral matters.
  • Perform client site visits as needed.
  • Develop training materials
  • Participate in Quarterly Business Reviews
  • Client outreach activities such as mass communications, bulletins and webinars

What You Bring

• University degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of eight years of comparable Customs operations experience.
• Certified Customs Specialist designation or U.S. Customs Broker License is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of Title 19 of the Code of Federal Regulations and applicable provisions of the United States Code.
• Strong tariff classification and valuation skills, with at least two years of experience in these areas.
• Thorough understanding of international business and trade practices.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to negotiate effectively and build strong relationships with clients, trade partners, and government agencies.

What We Offer

• To be part of an international company with offices across Canada, the United states and China, which has been providing logistics and customs brokerage services for 45 years.
• To work with a highly collaborative team and strong professionals in the industry.
• Industry leading compensation package.
• Have access to a complete insurance program.
• 401K and contribution of the company.
• A hybrid work environment .
• A work environment that allows you to bring your ideas to life and develop your potential.
• Work-life balance.

Annual Range of pay

$65,000- $95,000

Salary range varies depending on location, relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.

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