Role: Import / Export Specialist
Location: Burgess Hill (UK & Ireland operations)
Hours: Full time
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Import/Export Specialist to join one of our longstanding clients, a global leader in healthcare and diagnostics, based in Burgess Hill.
Benefits include:
* Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days at home)
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Pension, life assurance & income protection
* 25 days holiday + public holidays
* Family-friendly leave policies
* Employee discounts & social events
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Supportive team environment within a global organisation
* The chance to play a vital role in shaping compliance and logistics best practice
The Requirements:
* Solid experience in import/export control, customs, or international trade
* Strong knowledge of UK and international trade laws and regulations
* Proven ability to manage shipping documentation, tariff classifications, and compliance processes
* Confident liaising with customs authorities, freight partners, and internal teams
* Proactive mindset with excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
* High attention to detail and adaptability to regulatory changes
The Role:
* Manage end-to-end import and export control operations across the UK & Ireland
* Prepare, validate, and oversee shipping and customs documentation
* Liaise with customs authorities, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with UK and international trade laws, export controls, and sanctions
* Apply tariff classifications to materials and monitor duty/tax accuracy
* Maintain accurate records for audits and regulatory reporting; act as contact for HMRC or industry body audits
* Monitor and respond to regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and readiness
* Troubleshoot customs or shipping issues to prevent delays
* Share best practice with other entities and support sustainable approaches to import/export
If you're keen to join a global healthcare organisation where your expertise in compliance and logistics will make a direct impact, then please apply to this Import / Export Specialist role below or contact Jamie Watson on 01273 063769 between 9:00am - 5:30pm.