Customs Manager (Tax)

Customs Manager
We are seeking an experienced Customs Manager to join an in-house tax team within a leading global automotive company. This unique opportunity offers the chance to step into a senior role overseeing customs compliance, strategy, and advisory functions. The role provides direct involvement with high-profile projects, including support for related group companies and interactions with international stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage customs compliance for all imports, overseeing duties, compliance, and strategic planning.
• Provide advisory support, working closely with international teams and headquarters, ensuring alignment on customs procedures.
• Manage two direct reports and support their development within customs operations.
• Collaborate with internal departments and affiliated teams, including high-profile groups, to ensure customs compliance and mitigate risks.
• Support unique, high-profile projects such as securing compliance for specialized imports, including custom vehicles.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Prior experience in customs management, ideally with a background in finance or tax.
• Comfortable stepping up into a managerial role; mentoring and team management skills are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of customs compliance, regulations, and advisory functions.
• Able to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including international teams.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Company car allowance (up to three cars at any given time, rotated every six months).
• Generous bonus structure (up to 15%).
• Flexible benefits pot of 3.65%, with the option to take as cash.
• Hybrid working model: three days in the office per week.

This role is ideal for a customs professional ready to take the next step in their career within a supportive, dynamic team environment.
 

Responsibilities

Customs Duty (Imports/Exports Duty)

Desired Experience

N/A

Location

Milton Keynes