Overview
It's more than a job As a Customs Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, your job is to optimise logistics to keep our global supply chains running smoothly. Your work has real world impact, enabling both ordinary and special moments for people around the world. This role focuses on import and export activities within a customs agent and freight forwarding environment.
Responsibilities
* Support the development and implementation of internal audit programs to assess customs compliance across operational teams in the UK and Ireland
* Conduct Post-Clearance audits, prepare performance reports, and define remedial actions
* Support the Integrity Due Diligence programme for onboarding 3rd party customs agents and monitor performance
* Monitor adherence to HMRC regulations, including CDS declarations, tariff classifications, valuations, and Preference and Duty relief schemes
* Assist with governance initiatives to ensure consistent application of customs procedures and policies
* Collaborate with operational teams to remediate audit findings and enhance process controls
* Create and deliver training awareness workshops to operational teams
* Contribute to the maintenance of AEO status and support external audits and inspections
* Monitor regulatory changes and share updates with the compliance team; scope new consultancy engagements including drafting proposals and pricing
* Provide expert customs consultancy support, including KN C&TC Advisory Services
* Liaise with internal and external clients to respond to C&TC-related enquiries and provide tailored guidance
* Assist the National Customs Compliance Manager in drafting, reviewing, and updating procedures and Work Instructions related to advisory services and compliance
What we would like you to bring
* Extensive experience in customs compliance, preferably within a customs agent or freight forwarding environment
* Strong understanding of UK customs legislation, including CDS, CHIEF, and post-Brexit trade rules
* Proven track record in internal auditing, governance, or risk management
* Familiarity with AEO requirements and customs simplifications (e.g., CFSP, IPR/OPR)
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
* Professional certifications in customs, audit, or compliance (e.g., BIFA, CILT, ICA) are highly desirable
* Ability to influence and drive change across cross-functional teams
* High attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement
What’s in it for you
If you would like to become a valued member of our team, you’ll be rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers discounts, benefit information, recognition, and its own wellbeing centre. Our employee assistance programme provides access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. We are a Gold Covenant forces-friendly employer recognizing the value service leavers bring to our organisation.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life—from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics and helps enable both ordinary and special moments for people around the world. We offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference, including opportunities to deliver life-saving medicines and develop sustainable transportation solutions. We kindly advise that placement agencies refrain from submitting unsolicited profiles. Any submissions without prior signed agreement will be considered our property and no fees will be paid.
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