ROLE: Trade and Customs Consultant

EMPLOYMENT BASIS: Fixed term contracts of 3-6 month in duration

The Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade is the premier association for exporters and importers, empowering

organizations and individuals with the tools and knowledge required for effective, sustainable, and competitive international

trade.

We provide a comprehensive suite of memberships, qualifications, training, events, and advisory services for global trade

professionals. In collaboration with the UK government, we set trade standards nationally and internationally. In summer 2024 we

proud became the Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade, highlighting our role and the professional status of our

members in global trade.

In the coming months, we will have a number of opportunities for Customs Consultants to collaborate with us on short to medium

term assignments.

These will be remote roles although you will be given a full training and induction. This is an exciting opportunity to

collaborate with us on our ongoing mission to empower global trade.

Job Brief

The main function of this role is to support the Trader Support Service (TSS) service delivery ensuring all customs queries

relating to Import/Export in Northern Ireland are dealt with in a timely manner.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provide specialist customs and trade knowledge to support delivery of the Trader Support Service (TSS).
Knowledge requirements will cover the trader, carrier and intermediary communities in Northern Ireland and Great Britain.
Client engagement virtual and face to face
Identify trading principles on commodity code checks, valuation of goods for customs purposes, rules of origin (preferential

and non-preferential), the trade tariff, VAT implications and use of customs authorisations and procedures.

Manage, investigate and resolve escalated enquiries including but not limited to incomplete customs and safety & security

declarations, incomplete declaration documentation, specific requirements for goods carried such as goods subject to Sanitary

and Phytosanitary (SPS) checks, Excise goods, goods requiring licenses, goods subject to special procedures.

Ensure learnings from client engagement is shared with Managers and colleagues in order that learning, knowledge sharing and

training materials reflect the nature of client enquiries.

Provide a summary of any additional support required by specific traders.
To support in the achievement of the Team KPI targets
To act as an ambassador for the function and the organisation in terms of diligent and ethical conduct and performance
To provide support for specific projects where required
To communicate in an articulate, professional and informed manner across all levels of the business, both internally and

externally

To maintain the integrity of the business through the accurate and timely recording of all relevant data
Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with a changing environment and a proactive business function

Person Specification

In depth experience in understanding and applying customs and trade legislation
Detailed knowledge of the issues around the technical movement of goods into and out of, N Ireland.
Strong knowledge and application of customs and international trade legislation
Working knowledge of the UK Tariff and commodity codes
Working knowledge of Customs Procedure Codes (CPCs)
A strong understanding of customs compliance requirements and customs legislation
Experience completing or instructing completion of customs entries
Experience using freight and/or customs declaration systems (CDS)
Strong knowledge of customs documentation requirements
Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
Experience creating learning content (preferably using Microsoft PowerPoint)
A professional qualification in customs or trade preferable

BENEFITS:

36.5 hours per week including 4pm Friday finish
25 days annual leave (pro-rata) and day off for your birthday too
Annual performance-related bonus
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Private healthcare including Optician/Dental costs
Life Assurance (Salary x4)
Personalised training
A range of discounts for shopping, holidays and cinema attendance
Free breakfast in Peterborough
2 days volunteering a year

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:

Life would be boring if we were all the same! The Chartered Institute is a company with a charitable status that believes in

diversity and inclusion, as shown in the hiring and progression of our team members. The workforce is truly diverse – in age,

nationality, gender and location.

With a passion for nurturing, supporting and including all team members – no matter who you are – we celebrate identity. We are

proud of who we are and where we come from.

As an Investors in People accredited organisation, we care about and prioritise all of our team members daily. We ensure to engage

with and listen to everyone.

Our Disability Confident and Mindful Employer accreditations express our commitment to the specialist needs and mental health of

our team members.

Having family-friendly policies allows our employees to partake in a flexible work environment so they can take care of children

and loved ones.

HOW TO APPLY:

Fill in your details below and upload your CV for review by the Talent Acquisition team.

If you are having difficulty completing the application and would like some support or if you have questions, please contact our

Head of Talent Acquisition, Gary Watson on:

01733 404 400

g.watson@export.org.uk

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