customs compliance coordinator - freight forwarder

Trade Compliance Co-ordinator / Customs Compliance Co-ordinator required for a freight forwarder in the Heathrow area, this freight forwarder imports and exports goods via air and ocean. The Compliance Co-ordinator will ensure all the paperwork is correct. You will be responsible for the Trade Compliance, CITES and Customs. £(phone number removed), monday to friday The role As a Customs Compliance Co-ordinator you will be responsible for the following: * Complete the Product Libraries * Being able to determine correct tariff classifications for all supported brands within the Key Account function moving from the EU as required. * Issuing country specific guidance (for the UK) to the business on additional import requirements for stock products predominantly from the EU. * Providing support on internal projects where input, involvement or expertise where Trade Compliance is needed. * Auditing and monitoring entries to ensure they are compliant with local import and export legislation, as well as to support brand KPI audit requirements. * Ensure all operational activities are completed and followed up correctly in accordance with SOP’s and organisational policy. * Help facilitate Imports and Exports of non-stock goods, completing and supplying documents and declarations. * Liaise with HMRC and assist with maintenance on customs procedures. * Implement and improve new efficiencies in client workflow in conjunction with line manager. * Create and maintain written procedures. * Complete CITES applications. * Ensure all CITES trackers are completed accurately and constantly up to date. * Arrange air bookings for CITES permits. * Complete checks for all CITES permits, ensuring they have been issued correctly. * Immediately report and record any amendments and issues with the CITES permits to the line manager * Complete CITES Importer Notifications within the instructed time-period * Complete all Import, Export, Transit, ICS and ENS declarations compliantly in line with regulations. This role is within a freight forwarder and will include all the standard duties you would expect of a Customs Compliance Co-ordinator. Experience For the Customs Compliance Co-ordinator position we are looking for a candidate with freight knowledge. Experience within customs/trade compliance within a large business or brokerage firm, and an in-depth understanding of UK & EU Customs regulations and documentation, you will have around 2-4 years experience in a similar position or Customs facing role. You will also have knowledge of control documentation such as IMPROT and EXPORT permits for CITES would be preferable * Freight forwarder - heathrow area * customs department * Compliance coordinator role * parking on site * £(Apply online only) * monday to friday Apply Today: For over 15 years, HtE Recruitment Logistics division has been trusted by professionals across the UK to find their next role. Our Logistics Recruitment team also offers a variety of positions nationwide. If you're considering a move, get in touch with HtE Recruitment today. By applying, we’ll save your contact details to discuss this role. For full details on how we handle your data, see our GDPR privacy policy on our website or in our email. HtE Recruitment acts as a Recruitment Agency for permanent roles only