George Baker are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Customs Compliance Specialist to ensure the highest standards of regulatory compliance across our import operations. In this role, you will be pivotal in auditing import declarations, executing post-clearance actions, supporting the expansion of our offshored auditing functions, and acting as a subject matter expert for both internal teams and external clients.

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Key Responsibilities:
Auditing & Quality Assurance
Perform rigorous post-import auditing on import declarations to ensure accuracy, regulatory adherence, and proper duty/VAT application.
Standardize audit processes, compile reporting metrics, and present results and actionable findings to management.
Support the transition, ongoing training, and quality monitoring of offshored declaration auditing teams.
Post-Clearance Management & Dispute Resolution
Lead post-clearance actions, including preparing and submitting amendments, voluntary disclosures, and duty recovery applications.
Monitor, track, and manage post-clearance applications through to resolution with customs authorities.
Investigate, resolve, and root-cause compliance discrepancies or HMRC / authorities' queries.
Client Onboarding & Query Support
Onboard new clients by reviewing master data, customs documentation, and establishing compliant operational workflows.
Serve as a key point of contact for daily trade queries from clients, operational teams, and external regulatory bodies.
Training, Development & Process Improvement
Design and deliver targeted training sessions to internal staff and clients on customs compliance best practices and regulatory updates.
Identify process efficiencies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the compliance function.
Support ad-hoc customs projects and cross-functional business needs as required.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills:
Essential
4–5 years of dedicated experience in customs compliance, import declarations, and post-clearance procedures.
In-depth knowledge of customs legislation, Incoterms, tariff classification, valuation rules, and duty relief regimes.
Proven track record in auditing declarations and managing complex post-clearance applications.
Experience delivering training or onboarding external clients and operational teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused problem-solving approach.
High proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and attention to detail.
Desirable
Experience working with or overseeing offshored compliance / audit teams.
Relevant industry qualifications (e.g., UKWA, BIFA, Institute of Export & International Trade, or equivalent customs certifications). xrexnqw
Proficiency with industry-standard customs broker software and ERP systems.
Benefits:
Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:
Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment
Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded
Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered
Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us
Free Eye Test and up to £69 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision
Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you
Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free
Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash
Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters
Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us
Group Life Policy: We've got you covered
Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport
Flexible Career Pathway: Grow with us!
Supply Chain Academy: We create, deliver and manage learning that strengthens our organisation and the wider supply chain
Enhanced Holiday Scheme: we believe loyalty should be rewarded
Apprenticeships: Earn while you learn we offer apprenticeships that build talent in vital areas like technology, people, finance, operations and much more
Private Health Care: We are committed to your wellbeing