Import Officer

Import Officer; 12 month contract; based at Samlesbury; £21.38 per hour PAYE An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Import Officer to work as part of a busy International Trade Solutions Team at BAE Systems, Samlesbury. This role will provide you with the opportunity to gain import operational experience across all Air Sector platforms including US Programmes and Europe & International. The role will report into the Import Operations Team Leader and will have responsibility for the efficient and economical movement of goods in accordance with company policies and in compliance with relevant national and international laws. The successful candidate will have responsibility for all aspects of import documentation defined by HMRC, maintaining knowledge of legislative changes that impact current or potential future business procedures, whilst supporting good governance, compliance and effective administration of the processes for the company. As an Import Officer, you will be required to meet the increasingly complex needs for the physical delivery of Air Sector assets for existing and emerging international customers. You will also contribute to the reporting within the company framework and for the escalation of all business issues relating to import operations. Knowledge required; - Solid knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date import techniques - Previous experience in an export environment would be beneficial - An understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements related to the exporting of shipments Skills required; - Attention to detail and be able to work in a fast paced, highly pressurised team - Excellent organisational skills & competent under pressure, with the ability to work to tight deadlines - Ability to juggle multiple enquiries and prioritise workload accordingly - IT competent with good Microsoft Excel skills - The ability to work well on your own and as part of a team to meet demands - Enthusiasm and a positive attitude Morson is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. Trade Compliance; Import Control; Export Control; Trade Governance; Export License; Import License; Import Clearances; Export Clearances: ITAR; EAR; Export Control Regulations; Import Control Regulations