At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead compliance efforts and ensure adherence to UK Customs laws while providing business support.
- Company: Join Leonardo UK Ltd, a global leader in aerospace and defence with a focus on inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive benefits, and access to 4,000+ online courses for continuous learning.
- Other info: Flexible hours and hybrid working options available for part-time roles.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in compliance while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: In-depth knowledge of UK Customs laws and strong interpersonal skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
Leonardo UK Ltd is seeking a Customs Compliance Special Procedures Lead to work within its Trade Compliance Function to support the management and control of all aspects of UK Customs Laws and Compliance.
As a Customs Compliance Special Procedures Lead, you will provide business support services including advice and guidance to Leonardo Helicopters functions to ensure the company remains compliant with UK Customs and Excise Management Act and other relevant laws and regulations.
Leonardo fully supports flexible/home working. With a home base at Leonardo UK’s Yeovil facility, and a requirement to be on site 3 days a week as a minimum, the role will involve some UK travel and possibly international travel.
Reporting to the Head of Customs Compliance Helicopters, this role is responsible for the following:
- Awareness training to all relevant areas of the business, also leveraging the Head of Customs Compliance regarding the importance of the authorisations and ‘getting it right’ and highlighting to the business the implications of non-compliance.
- Management and oversight of completion of returns (for example the Bills of Discharge) and all the related data.
- Linking in with key stakeholders, for example Tax and IT to ensure availability of data and compliance with conditions.
The successful candidate will have good proven personal and interpersonal, organisational, time management and planning skills, as well as the ability to work within a multi-functional team. An in-depth and detailed knowledge of UK Customs laws and regulations. Prior involvement in regulatory audits. Excellent written English. Good all round computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications. Security Clearance.
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.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
- 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.
- Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Hybrid
