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CUSTOMS AND GLOBAL TRADE DIRECTOR, London base

Permanent
Customs & Global Trade
Professional Services
London
IT14164
27.10.2026

Description

An established professional services firm is seeking an experienced Customs Director to lead a small team of Customs specialists, working as part of a wider Indirect Tax practice. Working with large UK and international businesses, you will provide strategic Customs advice, lead client relationships, and help drive the growth of a successful and collaborative practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be market facing, leading business development and client relationship activities.
  • Advise large corporate clients on complex customs tax matters.
  • Build relationships with senior stakeholders and identify growth opportunities.
  • Lead proposals and support winning new business.
  • Mentor and develop junior team members.
  • Collaborate across specialist teams to deliver client solutions.

To apply you will need to have significant Customs and Global Trade experience including current or very recent experience of operating at a senior level in a professional services firm.  You will need a strong track record of client management, have a collaborative leadership style and be experienced in managing senior stakeholders.  The role offers the chance to run a small team in a supportive environment with plenty of scope for progression and access to high profile clients with technically varied and interesting work. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Customs professional looking to take a leadership role within a growing advisory practice.