At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead customs strategy and manage import/export activities for a global company.
- Company: Join Rolls-Royce, a leader in innovation and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Generous leave, retirement savings, life assurance, and share schemes.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of customs compliance in a dynamic, global environment.
- Qualifications: Degree-level qualification and extensive customs experience required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
- Overview
- Job
Title: Head of Customs (Global Oversight) – Washington or Derby.
Hybrid – minimum 3 days on site.
Full Time.
We invite an experienced customs and trade leader to join the Tax and Customs Group, reporting to the Director of Group Financial Control and Tax.
Responsibilities revolve around managing import/export activities for over 150,000 declarations annually and £28bn in product movements.
The incumbent will shape and lead customs strategy to optimise and digitise compliance functions across key global sites in the US, Germany, Singapore, France, India and the UK.
Responsibilities
Leadership: Model behaviours and expectations, manage UK manage performance and relationships with customs broker partners.
Qualifications Degree level qualification or equivalent.
Established background in customs within industry, government or practice.
Experience business partnering and managing relationships with tax authorities.
Hands‑on experience managing declarations and customs regimes (AEO, IP).
In‑depth knowledge of customs classification, valuation, origin rules, frontier clearance and relief mechanisms.
Working knowledge of SAP ERP and/or self‑filing customs tools.
Experience with process automation or digital transformation.
Strong IT skills, data consolidation, analytical competence and report generation.
Track record of delivering change management, business process and data system developments.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change, harmonise processes and encourage knowledge sharing.
Effective communicator, comfortable influencing at all levels, confident working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits Generous annual leave, retirement savings through the Rolls‑Royce Retirement Savings Trust, group life assurance, income protection, matched share scheme and mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory .
EEO statement Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Head of Customs employer: Rolls-Royce plc
Rolls-Royce plc is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and excellence are at the forefront. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to extensive training opportunities and the chance to work on cutting-edge technology in the power generation sector. The supportive culture and focus on work-life balance make this role not only rewarding but also a great place to grow your career while travelling across the UK.
