Customs Compliance & Technical Manager

Job description Job Title: Customs Compliance & Technical Manager Department: Woodside Global Responsible to: Operations Manager Working hours: 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday Location: Head Office, 61 Carrickfergus Road, Ballynure About us: Woodside Global is the customs clearance and freight-forwarding division of Woodside Logistics Group working both independently of and in conjunction with its sister transport divisions: Woodside Haulage, Woodside Tankfreight, Woodside Motorfreight and Woodside Distribution. As one of the leading logistics providers in the UK and Ireland, we work across a wide variety of industry sectors as the trusted logistics provider for many leading manufacturers, retailers and distributors in the UK, Ireland and across Europe. Job Summary: We are seeking to appoint a Compliance & Technical Manager to join our ever evolving organisation, and become a key member of our customs & freight forwarding teams based at our Headquarters in Ballynure. This person\’s primary role will be ensuring compliance of all import / export shipments handled and Customs Clearance facilities used. The Person: The successful candidate should have: A great technical knowledge of customs, being self-sufficient in obtaining the latest developments Be passionate about delivering outstanding technical knowledge and associated implications across the Woodside Group and also to our customers and partners Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills with the ability to communicate across different media High levels of accuracy and attention to detail A very strong overall I.T. knowledge as there will be exposure to a number of different operating systems Key responsibilities: Responsible for Global & Brexit related customs compliance Providing Technical Industry Compliance knowledge to support the Group and acting as the primary lead for the reliable sourcing of information for: Customs, BIFA, IIFA, Insurances, Destination requirements Updating of Government information/legislation or organisational information and requirements and sharing this with the team and Group Leading the audit and review of Customs declarations to ensure compliance. Support in AEO Certification requirements Support Audit and review of process and procedures (Customs / ISO / AEO) Ongoing review and business support for the impact of Brexit Brexit Customs Support (providing import support providing clear instructions for import entry amendment, identifying and managing duty mitigation opportunities and efficiencies, maintaining import records) Import support (providing import support providing clear instructions for import entry amendment, identifying and managing duty mitigation opportunities and efficiencies, maintaining import records) Export support (providing export support around documentation, managing transactions, booking shipments with freight forwarders, approval of charges, maintaining records) Essential Criteria: Minimum 5 years previous experience in a Customs and/or Freight Forwarding environment Up to date Customs knowledge Strong proficiency in Microsoft excel and other systems Passion for Customs and Compliance related issues Desirable Criteria: Previous transport industry experience Previous experience with Thyme IT or other viable customs systems Benefits: Competitive salary 33 days holidays per year Fully funded health plan with Healthshield Long service recognition Cycle to work scheme Opportunities for personal development Role specific training Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments: Woodside Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. Our aim is to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each employee will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it\’s an essential part of our culture. We expect all of our employees to treat each other equally, honestly and with respect. We want our employees to trust that their differences are respected and valued so they can genuinely be themselves at work. Please note the company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test. #NIJobs Closing date: 29/01/2025 Location: Ballynure Hours per week: 40 To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.