Trade Compliance Specialist

Company Description

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide.

We encourage team collaboration and in doing so, we have created our own way of reaching objectives and taking care of our people. Here at LGC, we are deeply rooted in the behaviours we expect from all our colleagues, we will provide you with excellent opportunities, the latest technology and practices and we are passionate about making a difference.

The Trade Compliance Specialist ensures organisational compliance with trade laws and import/export regulations across a designated region of operations, product portfolio, or within a particular business unit. The Specialist ensures the effective flow of traded goods across international borders specific to the United States of America while adhering to regulatory requirements within the designated geographic region. This position requires a combination of regulatory knowledge, logistical expertise, and strong communication skills to effectively manage import/export activities, ensure process and data effectiveness, and support international trade operations.

• Provide daily operational and compliance support for import and export processes of traded goods within a specific country or region
• Administer free‑trade agreement programs, including regular reviews of entry documentation and maintenance of tariff codes and country‑of‑origin (COO) data
• Maintain internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with trade regulations and minimize the risk of penalties or fines
• Maintain organized and accurate trade records, update internal databases, and ensure activities align with established corporate policies, departmental procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for general trade compliance and customs relations, including tariffs and VAT, training and educating cross‑functional stakeholders throughout the organization
• Interpret and apply trade regulations from various global agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and World Trade Organization (WTO)
• Assist with trade compliance projects relating to cost‑avoidance programmes, duty drawback, free‑trade agreements, and preferential origin
• Complete or assist in applications of supporting documentation for export, import, shipping, and receiving processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with trade laws and country regulations
• Stay updated on changes in international trade laws and regulations and communicate relevant updates to the appropriate stakeholders within the organization
• Liaise with customs officials to facilitate the clearance of shipments, including handling of import/export documentation and potential issue resolution during the clearance process
• Provide regular updates and reporting on key data and metrics to functional leadership; alert management to discrepancies and trends
• Perform other duties as required, or assigned by management, to meet business needs
• Adhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy

• Bachelor's degree in Customs, International Trade, Logistics, or related field—or an equivalent combination of applicable education and relevant work experience
• Proven experience, ideally 3 or more years, in regulatory trade compliance, U.S. import/export operations, and customs brokerage
• Proven track record of achieving refunds through documented trade compliance tools
• Prior experience organising and analysing product and customer sales data through an ERP system
• Demonstrated knowledge of export control and international trade concepts
• Demonstrated ability to identify and describe parts, machines, and components in detail to completely and accurately support…