Customs Special Procedures Lead

Position Available: Customs Compliance Lead

Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus

Experience needed: We're seeking a detail-driven and knowledgeable Customs Specialist with a proven background in managing HMRC Special Procedures. Your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring regulatory compliance, optimising customs processes, and maintaining a strong relationship with HMRC.

About the role:

This is a key position within a high-compliance, high-value environment. You'll be responsible for managing all HMRC Customs Special Procedures, including Inward/Outward Processing, Customs Warehousing, and Temporary Importation. The role offers the opportunity to improve customs performance and ensure full alignment with UK regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all HMRC Customs Special Procedures across the business
• Oversee the use and discharge of Inward Processing (IP) and ensure accurate, timely submission of Bills of Discharge
• Administer Customs Warehousing (CW), maintaining accurate records and compliance controls
• Manage Temporary Importation and ensure timely discharge in line with HMRC guidelines
• Oversee Outward Processing (OP) and supervise reimportation within regulatory throughput periods
• Maintain detailed audit trails and reporting mechanisms
• Advise on amendments to authorisations and ensure procedural updates reflect current legislation
• Drive continuous improvement across customs compliance operations
• Support the development of customs best practices across the organisation

What we need from you:

• Demonstrable experience managing HMRC Special Procedures in a commercial, HMRC, or regulated environment
• Deep knowledge of UK customs regulations and practical experience applying them in a business context
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and an ability to work autonomously under pressure
• Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Familiarity with customs software systems is advantageous
• Ideally holds or is working toward a professional qualification in Customs Compliance or a related discipline

If you would like to know more details about the position or want to register your interest, hit apply below. We'd love to hear from you!