Customs Master Data Lead

Job Title: Customs Master Data Lead
Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience
Location: Bolton or Stevenage

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship
Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS)

We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Customs Master Data Lead to join our team.
Tariff classification; customs valuation and country of origin are the three pillars of Customs Compliance. A dedicated resource is required to ensure that these critical elements are correct on every Customs entry that is done and that the information to support is collated and retained in a structured manner.

• You will help us to review existing Customs Master Data and maintain its accuracy by keeping up to date with customs regulation changes
• Provide support in relation to the data required for SAP GTS
• Drive the use of classification, country of origin and customs valuation standard operating procedures
• Support the Head of Customs Technology and Systems in completing a data cleanse and migrating this data into SAP
• Design a process for assessing and recording correct Customs Master data, and build a system for supporting documentation
• Support business projects with classification of new projects to facilitate the creation of new licences and ensure current licences are compliant
• Provide training and guidance to Customs Operations team in relation to Customs Master data
• Join our journey towards becoming an outstanding Customs team.

We offer the chance to work towards or enhance your existing qualifications in Customs Compliance.

What we're looking for from you:

• A proven track record in customs/trade compliance. From a professional services company, HMRC or a similar role within a corporate environment.
• Extensive knowledge of HMRC customs regulations in respect of tariff classification, country of origin and customs valuation requirements.
• Someone with a high level of integrity and attention to detail, who can work independently and has excellent communication and reporting skills
• Experience with customs software systems is an advantage.
• A person who holds, or is studying towards, a professional qualification in Customs Compliance or related field is preferred.

What we can offer you:

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
• Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities