Role - Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist
Salary: £45,000–£60,000 + 12.5 % bonus & benefits (DOE)
Location: Remote, UK-based (occasional travel for meetings/events)
We’re working with a global business undergoing transformation and growth across its operations and international markets. As part of this journey, they’re hiring a Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist - a key role in their Global Quality & Operations function, supporting international trade compliance across the UK and Europe.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong customs and trade background who wants to work in a global, fast-paced environment and be part of shaping best-in-class compliance processes.
Key Responsibilities for the Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist:
- Support the delivery of a standardised, compliant international trade programme across global operations
- Take ownership of customs and trade compliance for the UK and Netherlands (import/export)
- Manage broker/forwarder relationships, customs documentation, and ensure smooth, compliant product flow
- Own monthly Inward Processing Relief (IPR) bill of discharge submissions and import/export reconciliations
- Handle Northern Ireland customs declarations and ensure compliance under the Windsor Framework
- Maintain accurate HTS classification records (UK, NL, US) and manage updates in SAP and broker databases
- Audit import/export declarations, resolve compliance issues, and support root cause investigations
- Analyse trade data, maintain compliance KPIs, and support training and continuous improvement efforts
- Assist in trade automation initiatives, using tools like OneSource Global Trade or similar solutions
Key Requirements for the Customs and Trade Compliance Specialist:
- Strong knowledge of customs and trade compliance within the UK and Europe, including HTS classification
- Experience with global trade programmes (IPR, FTAs, preferential origin)
- Skilled in auditing, compliance reporting, and supporting trade investigations
- SAP experience required; OneSource or other trade automation platforms a plus
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills; comfortable managing multiple priorities
- Collaborative and self-motivated, able to work independently in a remote environment
- Medical device or regulated industry experience preferred, but not essential
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a global organisation and take ownership of regional customs and trade compliance - with room to grow and influence future trade processes.
If you’re passionate about international trade and want to join a business where compliance is a key enabler - we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply here or reach out to holly@pod-talent.com with a CV to find out more.
