Customs Import Documentation Compliance Controller

Customs Import Documentation Compliance Controller circa £40-45,000 + very dep on experience plus excellent benefits

Global Manufacturer

Caerphilly Area

This opportunity is a newly created role at a leading Global Manufacturing Organisation.
The Senior Compliance Document Controller will have extensive Import experience gained in manufacturing industry and will ensure the components /materials the company imports meet all statutory, regulatory, and internal compliance obligations relevant to UK and overseas customer manufacturing operations. This is a Hands On role

Extensive experience of importation and the application of HMRC codings to components and or materials is essential. This is not a Logistics role role

Experience gained in Aerospace, Automotive or similar industries would be advantageous

You must have considerable experience, 3-5 years working in a Manufacturing Industry with extensive experience of import and the applying of correct HMRC material/component codes. Knowledge of similar export internal compliance obligations would be desirable. The role is very much a hands-on role, overseeing day-to-day compliance activities, maintains key documentation, supports audits (internal, regulatory and customer) and supervises team members to ensure high standards of accuracy and delivery.

This is an office-based Monday to Thursday role.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and enforce compliance with global trade regulations

Track changes in relevant legislation and advise management on required updates

Maintain compliance records, certifications, and oversee document control systems to ensure accuracy

Liaise with HMRC, customers, shipping partners and internal stakeholders on customs queries

Monitor and resolve customs delays, document discrepancies and clearance issues

Lead tariff classification of all imported products

Allocate tasks, monitor workload and ensure timely completion of compliance activities

Overseeing the companies CSR requirements with the supply base

Assisting in developing our supplier portal to send/receive compliance requests

Knowledge, skills and Abilities

3+ years of experience in global trade compliance in a UK manufacturing environment

You must have extensive experience of HMRC coding for the importation of components/materials.

Experience of Engineering drawings would be an advantage

Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory information clearly

Experience supervising or mentoring compliance administrators

Strong IT skills

Familiarity with Compliance Platforms such as Assent

Excellent organization, document management and attention to detail

Confident communicator

Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively

Office based Monday Thursday role

You MUST have the permanent legal right to work in the U.K

Travel to work from; Cardiff, Newport, Caerphilly, Cwmbran Merthyr Tydfil, Abergavenny, Bridgend, Swansea

Salary circa£40-45,000 dep exp+ Bonus plus benefits