At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage import/export activities and ensure compliance with trade regulations.
- Company: Established local business in Poole with a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, early finishes on Fridays, and free onsite parking.
- Other info: Permanent position with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape how goods move across borders and drive continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Understanding of customs procedures and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Are you an experienced customs and trade compliance specialist looking for a role where your expertise genuinely shapes how goods move across borders? This is a great opportunity to take ownership of import/export compliance for a well-established local business, working closely with Supply Chain, Warehouse, Customer Service, and external logistics partners.
As an Import / Export Specialist, you'll benefit from:
- A permanent position with a well-established local business
- Working hours structured Monday to Thursday, with an early finish on Fridays
- The chance to act as subject matter expert for customs compliance and international trade
- Genuine scope to drive continuous improvement across logistics and compliance processes
- Free onsite parking
- A supportive, close-knit team environment
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing import and export activities in line with UK and international trade regulations
- Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining customs documentation, including commercial invoices and export declarations
- Coordinating customs clearance with brokers, freight forwarders, and government agencies
- Providing oversight of daily shipping activities to ensure priority shipments are dispatched on time
- Monitoring shipment progress and resolving transportation or documentation issues
- Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures for import and export activities
Your experience will include:
- A strong understanding of import/export regulations and customs procedures
- Previous experience working with freight forwarders and customs brokers
- Confidence using ERP and shipping systems
- Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Relevant import/export, customs, or logistics qualifications desirable, though not essential
If you're ready to bring your customs and trade expertise to a permanent role in Poole where you'll genuinely shape how the business handles international shipments and be rewarded with a good salary, this is well worth a closer look. Apply today with an up-to-date CV and we'll be in touch to talk through the details or call Ella at Rubicon for more information.
Import / Export Specialist employer: Rubicon Recruitment Group
Rubicon Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where Trainee Metal Workers can thrive. With guaranteed weekly hours and pay, employees benefit from a culture that prioritises growth and development, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to advance their career in the thriving manufacturing sector of Sturminster Newton.
