Alliance Personnel are seeking a dedicated Customs Specialist to join one of our logistics clients based in West Bromwich. Overview This role focuses primarily on GB to Northern Ireland movements through the Trader Support Service (TSS). In addition, the successful candidate will help develop capability around Supplementary Declarations (SD) where customers authorise us to complete declarations on their behalf. Currently we outsource most European clearances. However, the right individual will bring the experience and commercial awareness to help us assess where additional customs services could be offered to customers or partner hauliers. Key Responsibilities Customs Operations Prepare and submit customs declarations through the Trader Support Service (TSS) for GB to Northern Ireland movements. Support and manage Supplementary Declarations (SD) where required. Review commercial invoices, commodity codes, origin statements and supporting documentation. Ensure shipments comply with current customs regulations including Windsor Framework requirements. Support the development of direct customs declaration capability through CDS using the Azyra system, as the business gradually transitions certain processes away from TSS where appropriate. Operational Support and Advice Act as the internal point of knowledge for customs matters within the offshore department. Provide practical guidance to operational teams where customs requirements affect shipment planning or documentation. Liaise with customers and partners to resolve customs related queries and issues Compliance Ensure customs submissions meet HMRC and TSS requirements. Maintain accurate records and audit trails. Monitor regulatory changes affecting UK, Northern Ireland and Ireland movements Commercial Awareness Assist the business in developing the capability to complete Supplementary Declarations (SD) on behalf of customers where authorised. Identify situations where customs services could form part of the wider logistics offering. Support the development of internal customs processes and systems integration, particularly where customs activity links to operational systems such as Azyra. Support discussions with customers or partner carriers where customs knowledge is required. Skills and Experience Essential Minimum 3 to 5 years practical experience in customs clearance within a freight forwarding or logistics environment. Experience preparing and submitting customs declarations. Knowledge of GB to Northern Ireland movements and the Trader Support Service (TSS). Strong understanding of customs documentation, commodity codes and compliance requirements. Ability to work independently and advise operational teams on customs matters. Technical Knowledge Applicants should already be familiar with the systems and regulatory frameworks used for UK and Ireland movements, including where applicable: Trader Support Service (TSS) processes ICS2 safety and security requirements UKIMS processes and authorisations ENS and safety and security declarations GVMS procedures Commodity code classification and rules of origin Windsor Framework movement requirements Supplementary Declarations (SD) SPS documentation where relevant Working hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm Office based PERM
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Alliance Personnel are seeking a dedicated Customs Specialist to join one of our logistics clients based in West Bromwich. Overview This role focuses primarily on GB to Northern Ireland movements through the Trader Support Service (TSS). In addition, the successful candidate will help develop capability around Supplementary Declarations (SD) where customers authorise us to complete declarations on their behalf. Currently we outsource most European clearances. However, the right individual will bring the experience and commercial awareness to help us assess where additional customs services could be offered to customers or partner hauliers. Key Responsibilities Customs Operations Prepare and submit customs declarations through the Trader Support Service (TSS) for GB to Northern Ireland movements. Support and manage Supplementary Declarations (SD) where required. Review commercial invoices, commodity codes, origin statements and supporting documentation. Ensure shipments comply with current customs regulations including Windsor Framework requirements. Support the development of direct customs declaration capability through CDS using the Azyra system, as the business gradually transitions certain processes away from TSS where appropriate. Operational Support and Advice Act as the internal point of knowledge for customs matters within the offshore department. Provide practical guidance to operational teams where customs requirements affect shipment planning or documentation. Liaise with customers and partners to resolve customs related queries and issues Compliance Ensure customs submissions meet HMRC and TSS requirements. Maintain accurate records and audit trails. Monitor regulatory changes affecting UK, Northern Ireland and Ireland movements Commercial Awareness Assist the business in developing the capability to complete Supplementary Declarations (SD) on behalf of customers where authorised. Identify situations where customs services could form part of the wider logistics offering. Support the development of internal customs processes and systems integration, particularly where customs activity links to operational systems such as Azyra. Support discussions with customers or partner carriers where customs knowledge is required. Skills and Experience Essential Minimum 3 to 5 years practical experience in customs clearance within a freight forwarding or logistics environment. Experience preparing and submitting customs declarations. Knowledge of GB to Northern Ireland movements and the Trader Support Service (TSS). Strong understanding of customs documentation, commodity codes and compliance requirements. Ability to work independently and advise operational teams on customs matters. Technical Knowledge Applicants should already be familiar with the systems and regulatory frameworks used for UK and Ireland movements, including where applicable: Trader Support Service (TSS) processes ICS2 safety and security requirements UKIMS processes and authorisations ENS and safety and security declarations GVMS procedures Commodity code classification and rules of origin Windsor Framework movement requirements Supplementary Declarations (SD) SPS documentation where relevant Working hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm Office based PERM
CommodityTrader (Ship Bunkering) London - Remote Up to 120,000 + Commission + Progression + Training + Travel Are you a Bunker Trader who is looking to join a world renowned business that is offering a chance to propel your career into management or division leader? Do you want to work in a business that heavily invests in its staff, and offers 1 on 1 training and clear progression path? On offer is the chance to join the London office that is growing exponentially and actively head hunting some of the best of the industries traders. This business is already a renowned name across the globe with offices in UAE, Singapore, The Black Sea, and The Baltics and is now growing its UK operations. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and driven individual who wants to be trained and progress their career into a team lead or even department head. This company's unique selling point is that they offer Bunkering, Cargo, and Physical Supply of their products meaning they can offer a true end-to-end service for their clients. THE ROLE: Delivering the company vision to the bunkering market Developing and growing the bunker trading arm of the business Back-to-back physical trading and broking of marine fuel / bunkers (VLSFO, HFO, IFO, MGO, MGO etc.) On-boarding prospects, building new relations and turning them into profitable trading accounts THE PERSON: Highly ambitious with entrepreneurial mind-set Well established portfolio Prior work experience as a bunker trader or as a trader at another physical supplier (Customer Side) If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
CommodityTrader (Ship Bunkering) London - Remote Up to 120,000 + Commission + Progression + Training + Travel Are you a Bunker Trader who is looking to join a world renowned business that is offering a chance to propel your career into management or division leader? Do you want to work in a business that heavily invests in its staff, and offers 1 on 1 training and clear progression path? On offer is the chance to join the London office that is growing exponentially and actively head hunting some of the best of the industries traders. This business is already a renowned name across the globe with offices in UAE, Singapore, The Black Sea, and The Baltics and is now growing its UK operations. The ideal candidate will be a motivated and driven individual who wants to be trained and progress their career into a team lead or even department head. This company's unique selling point is that they offer Bunkering, Cargo, and Physical Supply of their products meaning they can offer a true end-to-end service for their clients. THE ROLE: Delivering the company vision to the bunkering market Developing and growing the bunker trading arm of the business Back-to-back physical trading and broking of marine fuel / bunkers (VLSFO, HFO, IFO, MGO, MGO etc.) On-boarding prospects, building new relations and turning them into profitable trading accounts THE PERSON: Highly ambitious with entrepreneurial mind-set Well established portfolio Prior work experience as a bunker trader or as a trader at another physical supplier (Customer Side) If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
FRENCH SELECTION (FS) French Speaking Risk and Compliance Analyst Location: London Salary: up to 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Ref: 4304FC To apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 4304FC The company: A well-established commodity trader operating on a global scale who pride themselves in being the world-leader in their field. Main duties: An exciting opportunity to work closely with internal teams and external partners to design and implement due diligence processes across global operations in particular with an emphasis on supply chains in Africa The role: - Conduct regular risk assessments in relation to Environmental, Social and Governance aspects ( ESG) - Develop action plans based on these assessments and communicate to relevant stakeholders - Support the companies development of due diligence framework - Liaise with internal teams ensuring ESG compliance across all business units - Ensure local operations align with global ESG policies and applicable regulatory requirements - Collect and assess supplier ESG data and support local teams on ESG-related issues. - Contribute to the development of training programs - support the preparation of reports and findings - Ensure ESG compliance documentation is accurate - Support the development and improvement of ESG policies, procedures, and guidelines. The candidate: - Fluent in French (written and spoken) essential - Experience working in ESG compliance preferred - Background in Shipping, logistics and sustainability favourable - Strong knowledge or interest in human rights and due diligence desirable - Excellent communication skills - Problem solver with the ability to work as part of a team - Able to travel to Africa twice a year The salary: up to 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) French Selection, leading UK-based consultancy specialising in the recruitment of bilingual and multilingual professionals for international business (industries and services). We are the leading recruitment consultancy for German, French, Italian and Spanish speaking positions. Also recruiting for positions with other languages such as Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Scandinavian languages, Mandarin, Japanese and Arabic.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
FRENCH SELECTION (FS) French Speaking Risk and Compliance Analyst Location: London Salary: up to 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) Ref: 4304FC To apply using our preferred format, please visit French Selection website, go to the vacancies page, search job reference: 4304FC The company: A well-established commodity trader operating on a global scale who pride themselves in being the world-leader in their field. Main duties: An exciting opportunity to work closely with internal teams and external partners to design and implement due diligence processes across global operations in particular with an emphasis on supply chains in Africa The role: - Conduct regular risk assessments in relation to Environmental, Social and Governance aspects ( ESG) - Develop action plans based on these assessments and communicate to relevant stakeholders - Support the companies development of due diligence framework - Liaise with internal teams ensuring ESG compliance across all business units - Ensure local operations align with global ESG policies and applicable regulatory requirements - Collect and assess supplier ESG data and support local teams on ESG-related issues. - Contribute to the development of training programs - support the preparation of reports and findings - Ensure ESG compliance documentation is accurate - Support the development and improvement of ESG policies, procedures, and guidelines. The candidate: - Fluent in French (written and spoken) essential - Experience working in ESG compliance preferred - Background in Shipping, logistics and sustainability favourable - Strong knowledge or interest in human rights and due diligence desirable - Excellent communication skills - Problem solver with the ability to work as part of a team - Able to travel to Africa twice a year The salary: up to 40,000 per annum (depending on experience) French Selection, leading UK-based consultancy specialising in the recruitment of bilingual and multilingual professionals for international business (industries and services). We are the leading recruitment consultancy for German, French, Italian and Spanish speaking positions. Also recruiting for positions with other languages such as Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Scandinavian languages, Mandarin, Japanese and Arabic.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Application Support Analyst with deep expertise in Endur to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing hands-on support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for business-critical applications, ensuring system stability and smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities Provide Level 2/3 support for Endur applications, ensuring timely incident and problem resolution. Monitor system performance, investigate issues, and coordinate with development teams for fixes. Manage change requests, enhancements, and system upgrades in line with business requirements. Liaise with stakeholders, including traders, risk managers, and IT teams, to ensure system reliability and alignment with business needs. Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and support procedures. Required Skills & Experience 8-10 years of hands-on experience in Endur application support . Strong knowledge of energy/commodity trading workflows and processes. Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills. Experience with incident, problem, and change management (ITIL framework preferred). Ability to work in a fast-paced, business-critical environment with strong communication skills. Nice to Have Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS and/or Azure) . Experience with automation and Scripting for support processes. Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Application Support Analyst with deep expertise in Endur to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing hands-on support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for business-critical applications, ensuring system stability and smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities Provide Level 2/3 support for Endur applications, ensuring timely incident and problem resolution. Monitor system performance, investigate issues, and coordinate with development teams for fixes. Manage change requests, enhancements, and system upgrades in line with business requirements. Liaise with stakeholders, including traders, risk managers, and IT teams, to ensure system reliability and alignment with business needs. Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and support procedures. Required Skills & Experience 8-10 years of hands-on experience in Endur application support . Strong knowledge of energy/commodity trading workflows and processes. Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills. Experience with incident, problem, and change management (ITIL framework preferred). Ability to work in a fast-paced, business-critical environment with strong communication skills. Nice to Have Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS and/or Azure) . Experience with automation and Scripting for support processes. Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Tech Commodity Trading Manager - IT Consulting Location: London, UK Conexus has partnered with a leading global consultancy to find an experienced Manager with a strong background in IT Consulting and Commodity Trading to join its Energy & Utilities practice. This role offers the opportunity to lead transformation initiatives at the intersection of business, technology, and trading operations. You will advise a diverse client base, including utilities, international oil companies, merchant traders, renewable developers, and digital trading start-ups, on how to optimise and modernise their IT landscapes. Projects span classical ETRM implementations, cloud-based platforms, real-time risk management, and digital/AI solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of IT transformation projects in energy trading. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, shaping IT strategy and trading capabilities. Manage cross-functional teams and drive client engagement. Develop and implement solutions across the energy trading value chain. Contribute to practice development and thought leadership. Required Experience & Qualifications Around 10 years of professional experience in IT consulting and project delivery. Deep expertise in Energy Trading IT systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Openlink). Strong understanding of short-term trading, market access, and data-centric platforms. Experience with international energy companies or commodity trading firms. Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science preferred); Master's degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, Cloud) are a plus. Technical & Domain Expertise ETRM systems, market data platforms, and trading operations. Cloud-based architectures (Azure, AWS), APIs, microservices. Real-time data, forecasting, optimization, and algorithmic trading. Regulatory compliance (REMIT, EMIR) and risk frameworks (VaR, credit risk). If you have experience in delivering tech commodity trading projects and running teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Tech Commodity Trading Manager - IT Consulting Location: London, UK Conexus has partnered with a leading global consultancy to find an experienced Manager with a strong background in IT Consulting and Commodity Trading to join its Energy & Utilities practice. This role offers the opportunity to lead transformation initiatives at the intersection of business, technology, and trading operations. You will advise a diverse client base, including utilities, international oil companies, merchant traders, renewable developers, and digital trading start-ups, on how to optimise and modernise their IT landscapes. Projects span classical ETRM implementations, cloud-based platforms, real-time risk management, and digital/AI solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of IT transformation projects in energy trading. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, shaping IT strategy and trading capabilities. Manage cross-functional teams and drive client engagement. Develop and implement solutions across the energy trading value chain. Contribute to practice development and thought leadership. Required Experience & Qualifications Around 10 years of professional experience in IT consulting and project delivery. Deep expertise in Energy Trading IT systems (e.g., Endur, Allegro, Openlink). Strong understanding of short-term trading, market access, and data-centric platforms. Experience with international energy companies or commodity trading firms. Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science preferred); Master's degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, Cloud) are a plus. Technical & Domain Expertise ETRM systems, market data platforms, and trading operations. Cloud-based architectures (Azure, AWS), APIs, microservices. Real-time data, forecasting, optimization, and algorithmic trading. Regulatory compliance (REMIT, EMIR) and risk frameworks (VaR, credit risk). If you have experience in delivering tech commodity trading projects and running teams, we'd love to hear from you.
Trading Platform Engineer - Trading & Supply Sector: Trading & Supply Location: Hybrid, 2 days a week in London Day rate: £650 - £750 (potentially higher for the right candidate) IR35: Inside Role Overview As a DevOps Engineer, you will be a hands-on member of a small, high-performing team responsible for global derivatives trading production environments. Both product teams and engineering backlogs will guide your work focused on improvements and technical debt. Key responsibilities include: Proactively manage critical end-to-end workflows, improving stability and resilience through close collaboration with delivery and infrastructure teams. Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution across development, support, and technical business users. Serve as a subject matter expert for trading systems initiatives. Support scalable algorithmic trading technology in a compliant and flexible manner. Experience with algorithmic trading regulation, audit, and compliance (MiFID II & RTS6) is highly desirable. Participate in the global on-call rotation alongside other development engineers. Required Industry Knowledge Understanding of all major global futures exchanges. Knowledge of the full exchange-traded derivatives life cycle. Minimum 8 years' experience in Commodity Trading & Capital Markets/Investment Banking. Familiarity with market data providers (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and liquidity aggregation platforms. Understanding of financial regulations such as MiFID II, EMIR, and FCA guidelines. 8+ years' experience with Real Time market data distribution platforms, feed handlers, and enterprise-level consolidated feeds. 8+ years' experience with time-series analytic frameworks (kdb, shakti, or similar technologies). Key experience: 10+ years' experience in Front Office application support and vendor management 8+ years' experience with FIX engineering , including vendor and exchange certification 8 years+ operational experience in supporting market data distribution platforms such as, Real Time Distribution Systems (RTDS) knowledge for DACS, ADH & ADS components Python, PowerShell, C#, SQL , or other Scripting/programming languages. 5+ years' operational experience supporting time-series frameworks (kdb, shakti) Experience with messaging systems and debugging network protocols (TCP, multicast) Knowledge of third-party networks and EMS/OMS software vendors (TT, NYFIX, Bloomberg, TradingScreen) Strong understanding of the trading life cycle Minimum 8 years' experience in Commodity Trading & Capital Markets/Investment Banking Soft Skills Excellent communication skills, interacting with traders, developers, and stakeholders. Thrives in high-pressure trading environments alongside traders, developers, and engineering teams. Proactive, self-motivated, flexible, with a positive attitude. Ability to work under demanding deadlines with changing priorities in a trading room environment.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Trading Platform Engineer - Trading & Supply Sector: Trading & Supply Location: Hybrid, 2 days a week in London Day rate: £650 - £750 (potentially higher for the right candidate) IR35: Inside Role Overview As a DevOps Engineer, you will be a hands-on member of a small, high-performing team responsible for global derivatives trading production environments. Both product teams and engineering backlogs will guide your work focused on improvements and technical debt. Key responsibilities include: Proactively manage critical end-to-end workflows, improving stability and resilience through close collaboration with delivery and infrastructure teams. Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution across development, support, and technical business users. Serve as a subject matter expert for trading systems initiatives. Support scalable algorithmic trading technology in a compliant and flexible manner. Experience with algorithmic trading regulation, audit, and compliance (MiFID II & RTS6) is highly desirable. Participate in the global on-call rotation alongside other development engineers. Required Industry Knowledge Understanding of all major global futures exchanges. Knowledge of the full exchange-traded derivatives life cycle. Minimum 8 years' experience in Commodity Trading & Capital Markets/Investment Banking. Familiarity with market data providers (Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and liquidity aggregation platforms. Understanding of financial regulations such as MiFID II, EMIR, and FCA guidelines. 8+ years' experience with Real Time market data distribution platforms, feed handlers, and enterprise-level consolidated feeds. 8+ years' experience with time-series analytic frameworks (kdb, shakti, or similar technologies). Key experience: 10+ years' experience in Front Office application support and vendor management 8+ years' experience with FIX engineering , including vendor and exchange certification 8 years+ operational experience in supporting market data distribution platforms such as, Real Time Distribution Systems (RTDS) knowledge for DACS, ADH & ADS components Python, PowerShell, C#, SQL , or other Scripting/programming languages. 5+ years' operational experience supporting time-series frameworks (kdb, shakti) Experience with messaging systems and debugging network protocols (TCP, multicast) Knowledge of third-party networks and EMS/OMS software vendors (TT, NYFIX, Bloomberg, TradingScreen) Strong understanding of the trading life cycle Minimum 8 years' experience in Commodity Trading & Capital Markets/Investment Banking Soft Skills Excellent communication skills, interacting with traders, developers, and stakeholders. Thrives in high-pressure trading environments alongside traders, developers, and engineering teams. Proactive, self-motivated, flexible, with a positive attitude. Ability to work under demanding deadlines with changing priorities in a trading room environment.
