Trade Compliance Coordinator freight

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.

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• Support the movement of goods across international borders while ensuring customs compliance.
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• Classify products using the correct tariff and commodity codes.
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• Provide guidance on UK import requirements for goods arriving from the EU.
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• Support the Head of Trade Compliance and wider operational teams.
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• Audit customs entries to ensure compliance with UK import and export legislation.
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• Prepare customs documentation and declarations for import and export shipments.
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• Liaise with HMRC regarding customs procedures and compliance matters.
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• Maintain CITES records, including uploading import and re-export certificates.
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• Produce KPI reports and management information within agreed deadlines.
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• Create and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation.
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• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
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• Carry out regular compliance checks and provide reports to management.
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• Previous experience in Customs, Trade Compliance or Freight Forwarding.
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• Strong knowledge of UK and EU customs regulations.
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• Good understanding of commodity codes, tariffs, customs valuation, Incoterms and rules of origin.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
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• The ability to work independently while also being a collaborative team player.
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Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am – 5:30pm)