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.