Trade Compliance Specialist

6 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Job Title: Trade Compliance Specialist

Location: Remote setup with occasional onsite visits

Contract Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Duration: 6-month assignment with potential for extension

Hourly Rate: £15.39 per hour (PAYE)

About the Role:

We are seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to support global trade management functions, focusing on compliance with customs regulations and export controls. This role involves working with large datasets in Excel, using functions such as VLOOKUP, filters, and other data analysis tools to generate insights and support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Research and execute processes that ensure compliance with customs regulations and export control laws.
  2. Collaborate with the Customs and Trade Compliance team on various trade operations and compliance projects.
  3. Take the initiative in identifying areas where guidance or support is needed and proactively seek help when necessary.
  4. Communicate effectively across teams to ensure smooth operations and compliance with regulations.
Preferred Experience:
  1. No prior trade or brokerage experience is required, but familiarity with shipping, logistics, or transportation processes will be an advantage.
  2. Experience with Microsoft Excel (intermediate skills, including VLOOKUP, filters, and data analysis) is essential.
  3. Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and draw actionable conclusions from it.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  1. Clear Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must for effective collaboration.
  2. Proactive Approach: A self-starter who takes initiative, asks questions when necessary, and stays motivated without continuous oversight.
  3. IT Competence: Solid skills in Microsoft Office tools (particularly Excel), and proficiency with email and calendar systems for daily communication and scheduling.
Why This Role?
  1. Flexible working environment with a mostly remote setup, allowing for a better work-life balance.
  2. Opportunity to gain valuable experience in trade compliance and customs within a global organisation.
  3. Competitive PAYE rate of £15.39 per hour.
  4. Chance to work with a dynamic, supportive team and develop key analytical and compliance skills.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.



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