Assistant Manager – UK Customs
📍 Location: Oxfordshire (On-site)
🏢 Sector: Global Healthcare Manufacturer
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced customs and trade compliance professional to join a global leader in healthcare innovation. This role will lead a small UK-based team, overseeing all import/export activities for UK operations and ensuring full compliance with HMRC and international trade regulations.
You’ll have the opportunity to shape processes, mentor a skilled team, and work closely with senior stakeholders across the UK and internationally.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily customs operations across UK affiliates, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation.
* Lead and develop a team of four, providing guidance, training, and performance support.
* Manage import/export documentation and clearance processes.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate customs and trade compliance risks.
* Drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
* Deliver customs training to internal teams.
* Support classification, country of origin reviews, and special customs procedures.
* Monitor broker performance against SLAs and KPIs.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong understanding of UK customs regulations and international trade laws.
* Leadership experience within a customs, trade compliance, or supply chain function.
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SAGE, AS400).
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a process improvement mindset.
* Relevant customs/trade compliance certifications are a plus.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Defined-contribution pension scheme.
* Private healthcare and life assurance.
* Flexible benefits to suit your needs.
* Inclusive, forward-thinking working environment.
* On-site wellbeing initiatives including fitness, hobby clubs, and more.
If you’re a motivated customs professional ready to take the next step in your career, apply today to join a high-impact team driving operational excellence in healthcare.