Junior/Apprentice Customs Analyst

Supports import and export customs compliance by preparing documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and coordinating with internal teams and customs brokers while receiving full training.

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Teledyne Valeport have more than 50 years’ experience designing and manufacturing oceanographic, hydrographic and hydrometric instruments. We are committed to supplying innovative, high quality, reliable instrumentation, and our philosophy of keeping development and manufacturing entirely in-house means we can retain complete control over all aspects of our product range.

Our stunning riverside premises in the picturesque town of Totnes in the southwest of the UK houses every facility required for design, CNC machining, environmental testing, assembly, calibration and servicing. This end-to-end approach means customers can have complete faith in our expertise and be assured that we will continue to provide them with the high levels of quality, performance and service they have come to expect.

We are looking for a Junior Customs Analyst to support import and export activities by ensuring all shipments are compliant with customs regulations, company policies, and international trade requirements. The role focuses on accurate documentation, classification, and risk management to enable smooth and compliant global operations.  Full training will be provided, and we will also consider this being an apprenticeship.

Detailed Description:

• Ensure all import and export shipments are compliant with applicable customs regulations and company procedures.

• Prepare and review customs documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Ensure correct commodity codes (tariff classifications) are assigned to all goods.

• Maintain accurate records for all customs transactions in line with audit requirements.

• Work with internal teams and customs brokers to provide clear and compliant instructions for shipments.

• Monitor shipments to ensure timely clearance and minimise delays.

• Support resolution of customs queries, discrepancies, or delays.

• Assist with post-entry reviews and corrections where required.

• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on customs and trade compliance requirements.

• Stay up to date with changes in customs regulations and communicate impacts to the business.

• Support adherence to export controls, licensing requirements, and sanctions regulations.

• Identify potential compliance risks and escalate issues where required.

• Support internal and external audits related to customs compliance.

• Participate in periodic reviews of customs entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Requirements:

• Willing to carry out training (degree apprenticeship) in customs, logistics, or international trade and undertake the necessary training and work experience

• Interest in International trade

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders (internal teams and external brokers)

• Confident working with data and documentation

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Educated to minimum A-level or equivalent

• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 solutions

Range of benefits include.

• Pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%.

• Life assurance cover at the value of four times basic annual salary.

• 25 days holiday per annum plus public holidays.

• Holiday purchase scheme of up to an additional 5 days per year.

• Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to internal benefits platform.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health, (Medi-cash).

• Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts with leading brands/retailers.

• Cycle to Work scheme.

• Enhanced family-friendly benefits.