Customs Compliance Analyst in Chelmsford, Essex

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

This position requires a basic understanding of Customs compliance regulations and day‐to‐day customs operations. The role will support local Customs compliance activities for the assigned location and work closely with internal stakeholders, with guidance and oversight from senior compliance personnel. The individual with this responsibility will also play a key role in driving efforts to create a positive and inclusive work environment and culture across the site.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring effective import and export compliance processes, and practices at Teledyne E2V in Chelmsford, in accordance with domestic and foreign trade laws and regulations and Teledyne Technologies corporate customs compliance policies and procedures.
• Provide support to Customs Compliance officer to implement elements of the Customs compliance program, including import control touchpoints, functional instructions and other documentation; trade data points such as HTS classification, country of origin, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) eligibility, valuation, export requirements, etc.; forwarding agent management; recordkeeping; audits and training.
• Review and/or validate Customs entries for accuracy and compliance with customs regulations and CITC policies and procedures.
• Manage Inward Processing Relief for multiple sites.
• Provide quarterly and yearly reporting, conduct regular customs compliance training for functional groups.
• Conduct periodic audits and self-audits and implement corrective action, as required.
• Assist in trade investigations.

Key Skills and Competencies required:

• Knowledge of UK & EU Customs Laws and Regulations.
• Some experience in utilizing Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), using proper valuation methods, conducting and documenting classifications, Preferential Origin qualification, evaluating MSS Data, Customs Special Procedures.
• Strong Computer Skills would be an asset.
• Experience with collecting and analyzing data and preparing concise and timely reports.
• Knowledge of industry practices.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experienced with solving complex problems using collaborative techniques.

Who are we looking for?

• Someone with the desire to be a true partner to the business.
• Enjoys collaborating.
• Has strong relationship building skills.
• Communicates well and listens.
• Has creative thoughts on continuous improvement.
• Can manage their time efficiently.
• Has proven experience in a UK & EU Customs role, including utilizing Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS).
• Has a passion for customs.
• Experienced with UK customs systems (CHIEF, CDS) as well as SAP4HANA is a real plus.

What will you be doing?

This role demands exceptional communication skills. You will work with local Trade Compliance as well as with Teledyne's Corporate International Trade Compliance ("CITC") office. You will need to be fully engaged, offering a business support approach with a passion for continuous improvement. The role also requires the highest degree of ethical business conduct and integrity, and one that demonstrates Teledyne's Core Values every day. You will be a support function to the shipping team for all custom related questions.

Your commute will be to our office in Chelmsford.

Our Benefits:

• Flexible Working
• Health & Wellbeing
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts with various other companies
• Bonus
• Holiday
• Pension Scheme
• Social functions
• Volunteering
• Free parking

Still interested? Please go ahead and apply, we look forward to meeting you. Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.