Import Export Controller

Salary Range: £38,000 - £48,000. Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market.

Your Impact

At Leonardo UK, we deliver advanced technologies that help keep people and nations safe. Across the UK, our teams design, develop and support a diverse range of innovative aerospace, defence and security solutions - from airborne radar and targeting systems to infrared detectors, camera systems, cyber and physical security technologies, and rotary aircraft used for commercial, public utility and defence applications.

We are currently seeking an Import/Export Controller to join the team at our Edinburgh site. In this role, you will support the Import/Export function by coordinating customs instructions, maintaining accurate records and assisting with reporting and audit preparation. Working closely with internal stakeholders, freight agents and customs brokers, you will help ensure that import and export activities are conducted in line with UK customs requirements and Leonardo procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their knowledge of trade compliance and international logistics within a collaborative team environment at the heart of a global aerospace and defence organisation. This is a Hybrid role based at our Edinburgh site and will require on-site attendance at the Edinburgh site.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Submission of Import and Export customs instructions to agents in accordance with UK customs regulations and company procedures to facilitate customs declarations.
• Ensuring that the correct export licences are applied to outgoing shipments and that records for export licence usage are correctly maintained on the company systems.
• Liaising with business to ensure correct and accurate clearance instructions can be issued to agent/import broker.
• Instructing freight agent/broker in accordance with business requirements.
• Checking clearance information provided by agent/broker to ensure Leonardo instructions have been followed.
• Checking customs entries following goods departure and addressing anomalies (with reference to site Trade Compliance lead).
• Addressing any anomalies identified (with reference to site Trade Compliance lead).
• Notifying business of import clearance conditions.
• Developing an understanding of the Customs Declaration Service (CDS).
• Preparation of data packs relating to import and export transactions in readiness for internal and external audits.
• Assisting with the preparation of reports for submission to UK authorities (such as Deferment reports and export licence transparency reports).
• Assisting with processing and reconciling Freight Forwarder invoices.

What you'll bring:

• Experience supporting multiple stakeholders or customers, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively.
• A self-motivated approach with high personal work standards and strong attention to detail.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, demonstrating supportive and cooperative behaviours.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to work effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• A high level of professionalism, with the confidence to interact with senior managers and external organisations.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• A keen willingness to learn and develop knowledge in import/export processes and trade compliance within Leonardo UK.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV).

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At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech.