Customs Import Documentation Compliance Controller circa £40-45,000 + very dep on experience plus excellent benefits
Global Manufacturer
Caerphilly Area
This opportunity is a newly created role at a leading Global Manufacturing Organisation.
The Senior Compliance Document Controller will have extensive Import experience gained in manufacturing industry and will ensure the components /materials the company imports meet all statutory, regulatory, and internal compliance obligations relevant to UK and overseas customer manufacturing operations. This is a Hands On role
Extensive experience of importation and the application of HMRC codings to components and or materials is essential. This is not a Logistics role role
Experience gained in Aerospace, Automotive or similar industries would be advantageous
You must have considerable experience, 3-5 years working in a Manufacturing Industry with extensive experience of import and the applying of correct HMRC material/component codes. Knowledge of similar export internal compliance obligations would be desirable. The role is very much a hands-on role, overseeing day-to-day compliance activities, maintains key documentation, supports audits (internal, regulatory and customer) and supervises team members to ensure high standards of accuracy and delivery.
This is an office-based Monday to Thursday role.
Key Responsibilities
· Monitor and enforce compliance with global trade regulations
· Track changes in relevant legislation and advise management on required updates
· Maintain compliance records, certifications, and oversee document control systems to ensure accuracy
· Liaise with HMRC, customers, shipping partners and internal stakeholders on customs queries
· Monitor and resolve customs delays, document discrepancies and clearance issues
· Lead tariff classification of all imported products
· Allocate tasks, monitor workload and ensure timely completion of compliance activities
· Overseeing the companies CSR requirements with the supply base
· Assisting in developing our supplier portal to send/receive compliance requests
Knowledge, skills and Abilities
· 3+ years of experience in global trade compliance in a UK manufacturing environment
· You must have extensive experience of HMRC coding for the importation of components/materials.
· Experience of Engineering drawings would be an advantage
· Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory information clearly
· Experience supervising or mentoring compliance administrators
· Strong IT skills
· Familiarity with Compliance Platforms such as Assent
· Excellent organization, document management and attention to detail
· Confident communicator
· Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively
Office based Monday – Thursday role
You MUST have the permanent legal right to work in the U.K
Travel to work from; Cardiff, Newport, Caerphilly, Cwmbran Merthyr Tydfil, Abergavenny, Bridgend, Swansea
Salary circa£40-45,000 dep exp+ Bonus plus benefits