Trade Compliance Coordinator

Vacancy 58685 - Trade Compliance Co-ordinator

Job Title: Trade Compliance Co-ordinator

Location: Heathrow Area

Position: Permanent, Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £28,500 per annum (depending on experience)

Due to continued global growth, our client is seeking a Trade Compliance Co-ordinator to join their team within the Heathrow area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established international freight forwarding and logistics organisation with strong family values and a long-standing reputation within the industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating Trade Compliance, CITES and Customs activities on behalf of a key account client, ensuring all import and export operations are completed accurately and in line with UK & EU regulations.

• Complete product libraries in a compliant and timely manner
• Ensure all Trade Compliance reports and KPIs are completed accurately and within deadlines
• Determine correct tariff classifications for supported brands moving from the EU
• Issue UK-specific import guidance to the business
• Liaise with HMRC and assist with maintenance of customs procedures
• Complete Import, Export, Transit, IIS and ENS declarations in line with regulations
• Audit and monitor entries to ensure compliance with import/export legislation
• Complete CITES applications and ensure all trackers are up to date
• Arrange DHL bookings for CITES permits and complete all relevant checks
• Submit CITES Importer Notifications within required time frames
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure all records are uploaded to SharePoint systems
• Complete billing, invoicing and invoicing trackers accurately and on time
• Create and maintain written procedures and SOPs
• Support internal projects where Trade Compliance expertise is required
• Provide holiday and sickness cover where necessary
• Maintain excellent relationships with customers and internal departments

• 3-5 years' experience within customs or trade compliance in a large organisation or brokerage environment
• In-depth understanding of UK & EU customs regulations and documentation
• Knowledge of CITES import/export permits (desirable)
• Strong understanding of commodity codes, incoterms, valuation and preference
• Intermediate to strong Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills across all levels
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, deadline-driven and comfortable in a busy environment

• 20 days annual leave plus Public Holidays
• Yearly pension review
• Employee Assistance Programme (including immediate family members)
• Employee discounts platform (groceries, holidays, wellness, sports and more)
• Death in Service (3x salary) after 6 months
• Private Medical Scheme eligibility after 1 year
• Enhanced pension contributions (9%) after 1 year
• Independent Financial Advice - free annual pension and investment review
• Holiday loyalty days (up to 5 additional days)

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