Job Title: Import and Export Officer

Location: Wrexham Industrial Estate

Remuneration: upto £40,000

Contract Details: Full-time, permanent position - Monday-Friday (9am-5pm)

In an era marked by globalisation and the relentless flow of goods across borders, our client, a leading company in the packaging industry, is seeking a skilled Customs Compliance Officer to ensure the smooth and lawful movement of their trade operations. As a pivotal figure in the organisation's international trade process, you will play a vital role in upholding complex regulatory frameworks and facilitating seamless trade activities.

Responsibilities:

Interpersonal Communication & Relationship Proficiency: You will effectively communicate with various stakeholders, from government officials to corporate teams and suppliers, building strong relationships along the way.
Regulatory Expertise: Your profound understanding of customs regulations, trade agreements, and tariff systems will enable you to navigate the intricacies of international trade law.
Attention to Detail: Your exceptional precision in scrutinising documents and processes will ensure that all trade activities meet regulatory standards.
Analytical Abilities: Your capacity to interpret complex regulations and analyse trade data will be crucial in making informed decisions and optimising compliance strategies.
Customs Application: You will identify and apply for customs simplifications on behalf of traders, including Inward/Outward Processing, Customs Warehousing, Approved Exporter, Duty Deferment, Returned Goods Relief, and VAT postponed accounting.
Respond to Customs related enquiries: You will address inquiries pertaining to commodity coding, trade preference, duties, valuation, and customs transit.
HMRC & VAT working knowledge: You will possess critical knowledge and compliance with HMRC and VAT practises, keeping them aligned with current legislation and regulations through continuous professional development.

Competencies, Qualifications, working knowledge:

Strong track record of successfully obtaining customs approvals on behalf of traders.
Ability to work efficiently under tight and demanding deadlines.
Thorough understanding of the market, key players, and product knowledge.
A resilient self-starter with a strong focus on results.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.
Ambitious and highly motivated.
Working knowledge of MS-Office and sales support functions.Specific Knowledge:

Customs warehousing
UK - EU Trade & Cooperation Agreement
GB/NI Trade Protocols
Trade preference
Incoterms
Returned Good Relief
Inward processing
Outward Processing
Deferment
VAT postponed accounting
Extensive knowledge of Tariff work, including classification
Customs procedure Codes
Export & Import LicencingOur client offers a range of benefits, including:

Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Company Pension
Performance-based bonus depending on the profitability of the organisation.Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our client's dynamic team and make an impact in the ever-evolving world of customs compliance. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

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