Customs Consultant

The Vacancy

Uniserve Group, the UK's leading customs specialist, is seeking a motivated and experienced professional to bolster our team at George Baker Shipping.

About the Role

With 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 100, we're ambitious and looking for someone to join our journey. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on our business direction and client strategy. You'll work closely with George Baker to provide top-tier advisory services and training on international customs and trade matters.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of customs and trade regulations.
• Continuously learn and expand your expertise in this ever-evolving field.
• Lead research and advisory projects for clients, ensuring exceptional service.
• Leverage your commercial acumen to cultivate your own client portfolio and secure new business.
• Contribute strategically to leadership meetings, marketing plans, and company development.
• Effectively manage your time while juggling projects, client meetings, and internal tasks.
• Attend client and internal management meetings, including monthly trips to HQ in the East of England.

Who You Are:

• Client-focused and commercially aware, with a passion for building strong relationships.
• An outstanding communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• A proficient project manager with a knack for juggling internal, external, and administrative needs.
• An expert in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment while also demonstrating independence.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Solid understanding of import/export procedures, trade practices, and documentation.
• Experience handling customs special procedures applications.
• Proficiency in classification and interpreting rules of origin.
• Proven experience in public service, consulting, or logistics (with a focus on international trade, customs, and excise) is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving license.