Compliance Officer

**Use your Compliance skills in varied, exciting work that really matters**

Join the Border Force as an International Trade Officer and play a crucial role in keeping the UK open for business You'll be at the forefront of ensuring the safe and legal movement of goods in and out of the country, investigating imports and exports, enforcing international trade laws, and collecting unpaid taxes. Whether it's protecting intellectual property, ensuring consumer safety, or uncovering counterfeit goods, this dynamic, intelligence-driven role offers a unique opportunity to safeguard the nation while facilitating global commerce. Be part of an ever-evolving team that keeps trade flowing smoothly and securely.

**NB - this is a full-time role working rostered shifts**

This is a great chance to make a real impact using your compliance skills in a dynamic role where every day is different. We’ll help you grow your career and offer excellent benefits to support your success.
- A 19.81 % additional shift allowance (our borders open 24/7) of £6319 **making the total full-time salary £34,319**:

- A generous pension with an employer salary contribution of 28.97%
- Outstanding training to develop your confidence and specialist knowledge 
- A huge range of additional benefits and reward schemes to help you and your family 

**Your role **

As a Border Force Officer in International Trade, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and legitimate movement of goods through some of the UK's busiest ports. The role is fast-paced, constantly evolving and critical in protecting the UK from prohibited imports while enhancing its reputation as a global business hub. You'll be part of a supportive team throughout your career, working on diverse tasks from managing commodities to enforcing laws on endangered species and counterfeit goods, all while contributing to the UK’s broader trade strategy.

**What your work may involve**

As a Border Force Officer in International Trade, you may be involved in the following activities
- Operating customs controls at points of import/export to the UK and checking goods and documents to ensure compliance with Customs
- Inspecting goods and vehicles to identify if any customs offences have occurred
- Investigating shipments and deciding if they can proceed or need further checks
- Handling irregularities and taking follow-up actions
- Working with trade companies, government departments, and port operators to ensure smooth border processes.
- Using law enforcement powers to arrest people, seize goods and collaborate with other law enforcement partners on Border offences

**What you can bring** 

Due to the work we do and where we do it, our teams sometimes operate in difficult and dynamic environments, where you’ll need to manage a variety of situations and solve problems
- Are you ethical, professional, able to remain calm and act with integrity? 
- Do you enjoy working with people and embrace the opportunity to be a role model? You’ll need to communicate clearly with empathy and provide creative solutions when needed 
- Are you curious and like seeking out the truth? You’ll be investigating evidence, considering decisions carefully and ensuring the right choice is made 

**Training and Development**

We’ll support you with full training including
- Initial 5 to 8 weeks of full-time ‘classroom’ training including Public and Personal Safety Training
- ‘On the job’ training with a mentor supporting you until you are fully confident. Even then you are never alone: your team are always around for advice and support

NB - You will need to complete a health declaration and/or medical examination as a level of fitness is necessary to pass the training

**Eligibility**
- You must hold a full valid UK manual/automatic driving licence.
- You must be a UK National and a UK resident for the last 5 years (and undertake Security Clearance)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£29,400.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Performance bonus

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Paid volunteer time
- Sick pay
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Night shift

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person