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GE Aerospace Customs Compliance Leader - Fixed Term Contract in Cardiff, United Kingdom

Job Description Summary

Processes and procedures related to the movement and shipment of GE goods across borders.Management. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.

The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Job Description

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversight of Customs Compliance processes for the Largest Aircraft Engine Service Facility within a global business

  • Ownership of maintaining and running audit process of AEO and IP Authorisations

  • Management of import and export processes within the site for a Global Supply Chain, identifying areas of risk to the business. Including investigation of compliance defects and leading corrective actions to closure.

  • Manage direct reports and maintain internal team processes and ongoing training.

  • Providing a central contact/advice point for internal customers, suppliers/partners, and sharing information to enable others to fulfil their role and build their understanding of customs targets and objectives.

  • Deal with and adapt to a variable, complex, and regularly changing customs environment, and the processes within Brokerage, Forwarding and Courier services to manage this.

  • Manage the classification and valuation of goods process to ensure accurate and consistent customs declarations in line with HMRC and global policies.

  • Understand and manage VAT and duty import costs, working closely with the Global VAT leader.

  • Provide technical customs advice and guidance to Programme teams to ensure compliance with internal corporate policies and procedures. This will include advising the internal business of the most appropriate and valid way to manage imports of GE owned material, Customer material and repairs.

  • Oversee Monitoring of customs entries to ensure freight agents have imported/exported goods correctly, and request amendments where required.

  • Process internal reports and ensure record keeping requirements are completed compliantly and in line with HMRC regulations.

  • Support and lead internal training needs to ensure processes and work instructions are followed.

  • Maintain knowledge of and stay current on regulatory changes and Solid understanding of required documentation such as commercial invoices.

  • Represent the company in discussions with local customs authorities and manage any customs audits, ensuring accurate and timely data is provided where required.

  • Work with Customs and Transport organisation to execute global trade compliance policies and strategies.

  • Continuously update and refresh working technical knowledge of the ever-changing customs landscape.

  • Communicating and leading any changes in regulations and their implications to the relevant stakeholders

  • Reviewing and updating internal policies and SOPs in line with new and changing regulations.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience in Customs Focussed role.

  • High level to attention detail

  • Strong Analytical.

  • Strong computer literacy skills, with ongoing experience of windows-based packages

  • Possess a strong understanding of HM Customs & Excise IPR, End Use and Community Control procedures

  • A strong understanding of AEO/IP or other authorisation and auditing processes

  • Bachelors Degree / relevant diploma holder desirable

  • Possess excellent communication skills

  • Possess an innovative, logical and creative approach to resolving issues and process improvements

  • Must be an effective team player with ability to motivate others

  • Must be a good negotiator

  • Must be adaptable to change

  • Understanding of technical issues such as Airworthiness Directives (AD’s) and transport quality/compliance standards

  • Have experience and communication skills to deal with large cross-section of the business

  • Have professional attributes to deal with customers, contractors and auditors face-to-face

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Non-contributory Pension

  • Performance related bonus

  • Life Assurance

  • Group income protection

  • Private medical cover

  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days + public holidays, with flexible option to buy or sell

Equal Opportunities

GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident Committed employer, and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask us a question please contact HR.Wales@ge.com .

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS (http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-baseline-personnel-security-standard)

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. (http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration)

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Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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