Job description
Our client, a well-established international logistics and freight forwarding organisation, is seeking an experienced Trade Compliance Coordinator to join their Key Accounts team based at Heathrow. This is an excellent opportunity for a customs or trade compliance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the movement of goods across international borders while ensuring customs compliance.
• Classify products using the correct tariff and commodity codes.
• Provide guidance on UK import requirements for goods arriving from the EU.
• Support the Head of Trade Compliance and wider operational teams.
• Audit customs entries to ensure compliance with UK import and export legislation.
• Prepare customs documentation and declarations for import and export shipments.
• Liaise with HMRC regarding customs procedures and compliance matters.
• Maintain CITES records, including uploading import and re-export certificates.
• Produce KPI reports and management information within agreed deadlines.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Carry out regular compliance checks and provide reports to management.
Key Skills
• Previous experience in Customs, Trade Compliance or Freight Forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of UK and EU customs regulations.
• Good understanding of commodity codes, tariffs, customs valuation, Incoterms and rules of origin.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• The ability to work independently while also being a collaborative team player.
Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am – 5:30pm)