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Customs Compliance Specialist

Farnborough
money-bag £29.89 - £40.00/hour PAYE or Umbrella
Posted Yesterday

Customs Compliance Specialist

Location: Farnborough

Contract: 6 months (inside IR35) (likely extension/potential permanent)

Rate of Pay: -40ph umbrella or -29.89ph PAYE



Role Overview

A leading innovator in high-altitude aerospace technology is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Compliance Specialist to support the compliant and efficient movement of goods across international borders. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a pioneering organisation at the forefront of solar-electric aviation and global connectivity solutions.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to manage import/export processes, classify shipments, and maintain accurate compliance records.



Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement global customs compliance processes.
  • Deliver in-person training on customs topics to internal teams.
  • Accurately classify products using Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes.
  • Review and classify inbound shipments to ensure accurate customs declarations.
  • Track packaging data for UK Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reporting.
  • Obtain necessary regulatory clearances, including Type Approval Certificates.
  • Create SOPs for customs brokers and third-party logistics providers.
  • Manage temporary shipments to avoid double duty payments.
  • Liaise with customs brokers in the UK and Kenya to ensure proper documentation and procedures.
  • Coordinate with export teams to secure licences and clearances.
  • Reconcile quoted duties with actual payments in collaboration with finance and tax teams.
  • Validate purchase orders related to duty and customs payments.
  • Maintain accurate records of import/export licences and manage renewals.
  • Act as the primary contact for customs-related queries between internal teams and external brokers.
  • Stay up to date with customs regulations and best practices.
  • Ensure accurate export and customs compliance data is maintained in the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool.
  • Support logistics in maintaining an accurate and current Product Matrix.


Experience & Qualifications

  • Degree in International Trade Compliance, Customs, Business, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experience in customs compliance or international trade.
  • Strong knowledge of HTS codes, import/export regulations, and customs procedures.
  • Familiarity with Type Approval Certification and licensing requirements.
  • Experience working with customs brokers, logistics providers, and regulatory agencies.
  • Proficiency in ERP and PLM systems is advantageous.
  • In house custom experience desirable.
  • International experience, particularly in Kenya, is a plus.

If you are interested in this role please apply directly or for more information contact Ellie at Carbon60 on (phone number removed).

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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