Trade Compliance Coordinator

Our client, a recognized player in the Freight Forwarding and Transportation Industry who also specialize within the Supply Chain and Logistics Solutions are looking for a Trade Compliance Coordinator to join their team and offices based in the London, Heathrow area.
On Offer:
* Salary up to £27,500, dependant on skills and experience. Annual salary reviews
* Monday – Friday shift pattern: 8.30am – 5.30pm– one-hour unpaid lunch
* On commencement 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
* Discretionary bonus, private medical cover, & pension
* Access to company Employee Discounts and Perks, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more.
Main Purpose of the Trade Compliance Coordinator:
* The role is to support Key Account Trade Compliance Functions with KPI and Product Reporting
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Working closely with line report and operators to ensure smooth movement of items across borders.
* 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
* Maintain close liaison with line reporting and to provide support to the Head of function
* Providing support on internal projects where input, involvement or expertise from 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 suppling documents and declarations
* Liaise with HMRC and assist with maintenance on customs procedures.
* Maintenance of the CITES portal, uploading Import and Re-Export CITES certificates
* Implement and improve new efficiencies in client workflow in conjunction with line manager
* Report any sales leads (new clients) to the line manager for distribution to the sales team.
* Create and maintain written procedures
* Ensure all reports & KPI’s are generated by given deadlines and handed to line manager for submission to each area of Key Accounts
* Complete ad-hoc and spot checks on entries and submit reports to line manager and Head of Department weekly
To be Considered:
* Proven experience within customs/trade compliance within a large business or brokerage firm and an in-depth understanding of UK and EU Customs regulation's
* Proficient understanding of international trade, import duties, commodity codes, incoterms, preference, and valuation
* Fluent in English (verbal and written) essential with expert communication skills across all levels
* Intermediate Excel skills
* Ability to work as part of a team as well and being confident independently
* Demonstrate initiative and drive to meet deadlines while working in a busy environment
For more details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry