Customs & Compliance Manager

A superb opportunity for a detail orientated, highly motivated individual to join a global logistics organisation in the role of Customs Compliance Manager.  The position will be initially for 12 months (FTC) but is likely to become a permanent opportunity. You will work predominantly from the company\’s Nuneaton office, with the option of working one day from home per week. Key Responsibilities; Ensure any regulatory compliance is adhered to including import and export customs formalities including any duty and tax requirements Ensure any global or governmental initiatives are adhered to, such as Brexit or The Windsor Framework Being the first point of contact for export, import and any other customs related queries from both internal and external stake holders, including HMRC Represent the business at a Senior level at the JCCC and SMMT Customs and Tariff Working Group Sessions Facilitate and manage any external audits conducted by the relevant regulatory authority Assign and verify HS tariff codes Ensure any customs authorisations are compliant in accordance with the terms and conditions of the authorisation given by HMRC – including Inward Processing, Customs Warehouse and Customs Simplified procedures Conduct Quality Assurance audits to ensure procedures are being followed in accordance with the regulatory authority requirements Maintain and update any standard operating procedures, whilst driving best practices and standardisation across the business Assess and review any risks to the business Support the transport and freight teams with respect to any queries relating to the transportation of Dangerous Goods for Air, Road and Sea Ensure compliance with regards to VAT Notice 703 Responsible for resource planning, training and development within the team Experience / Qualifications Qualifications in Customs or International Trade including Incoterms (Level 4 or above) Relevant professional experience in customs Experience in Aviation and Ocean Security Protocols Knowledge or Experience of CDS Skills / Attributes Advanced knowledge of Excel Ability to work on projects and tasks that can have a high level of complexity Hands on mentality whilst adhering to legal frameworks Ability to motivate others Excellent written and oral communication Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach and the willingness to make decisions INDL