Assistant Manager

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced customs and trade compliance professional to join a global leader in healthcare innovation. This role will lead a small UK-based team, overseeing all import/export activities for UK operations and ensuring full compliance with HMRC and international trade regulations.

You’ll have the opportunity to shape processes, mentor a skilled team, and work closely with senior stakeholders across the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily customs operations across UK affiliates, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation.
• Lead and develop a team of four, providing guidance, training, and performance support.
• Manage import/export documentation and clearance processes.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate customs and trade compliance risks.
• Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Deliver customs training to internal teams.
• Support classification, country of origin reviews, and special customs procedures.
• Monitor broker performance against SLAs and KPIs.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong understanding of UK customs regulations and international trade laws.
• Leadership experience within a customs, trade compliance, or supply chain function.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SAGE, AS400).
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a process improvement mindset.
• Relevant customs/trade compliance certifications are a plus.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Private healthcare and life assurance.
• Flexible benefits to suit your needs.
• Inclusive, forward-thinking working environment.
• On-site wellbeing initiatives including fitness, hobby clubs, and more.

If you’re a motivated customs professional ready to take the next step in your career, apply today to join a high-impact team driving operational excellence in healthcare.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Supply Chain
• Industries Medical Practices, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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