MaerskSealand

Trade & Customs Consultant

MaerskSealand$70K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in trade and customs consulting, law firm, or relevant government agency.
  • Expertise in customs valuation, tariff classification, origin rules, and FTA/EPA utilization.
  • Knowledge of Vietnam’s import/export procedures and regulations.
  • Experience with preferential trade programs, bonded zones, or drawback regimes.
  • Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Bachelor’s degree in international trade, Law, Economics, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • Familiarity with sector-specific trade issues such as automotive and electronics.

Responsibilities

  • Support the team in high-impact customs projects and trade compliance.
  • Conduct research on customs regulations, optimize import/export strategies, and advise on risk mitigation.
  • Identify cost-reduction opportunities and improve compliance for clients.
  • Collaborate with Maersk’s customs clearance and logistics functions across Asia.
  • Support digitalization efforts in customs processes and trade management systems.
  • Assist clients with customs audits and regulatory inquiries.
  • Contribute to business development and practice innovation initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse regional engagements.
  • Participation in the firm's automation and digitalization initiatives.
  • Collaboration with a high-performance team across multiple functions.
  • Access to thought leadership and professional development opportunities.
Full Job Description

We are seeking a consultant who is passionate about customs and trade advisory to join our growing practice. You will contribute to both local and regional engagements and play a vital role in delivering value to clients across a range of industries.

Key responsibilities

  • Support the team in delivering high-impact projects related to customs valuation, tariff classification, origin determination, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) utilization, and overall trade compliance.

  • Conduct technical research on Vietnamese/Thai/Malaysian and other international customs regulations, develop strategies for import/export optimization, and advise on risk mitigation.

  • Identify opportunities for clients to reduce duty costs, improve compliance, or enhance operational efficiency.

  • Collaborate across Maersk’s customs clearance, logistics, and warehousing functions in Asia.

  • Support automation and digitalization efforts in customs processes and global trade management systems.

  • Assist clients with customs audits, regulatory inquiries, and post-clearance reviews.

  • Contribute to internal initiatives including business development, thought leadership, and practice innovation.

  • Partner with Sales and product teams to support GTCC consulting growth, including preparing and delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders

  • Help foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.

We’re looking for

  • Minimum 4 years of experience in trade and customs consulting firm, law firm or relevant government agency, Prior experience working in the Trade and Customs division of a Big Four firm is a plus.

  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following:

    • Customs valuation, tariff classification, origin rules and FTA/EPA utilization

    • Vietnam’s import/export procedures and related regulations

    • Preferential trade programs, bonded zones, or drawback regimes

    • Customs audit response and risk management

  • Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

  • A proactive and adaptable team player who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

  • Bachelor’s degree in international trade, Law, Economics, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

  • Familiarity with sector-specific trade issues (e.g., lifestyle, automotive, life sciences, electronics).

  • Familiarity with data analysis (SQL, Tableau) or trade systems is a plus.

  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret complex regulations.

About MaerskSealand

Maersk Sealand is a Danish shipping company that provides container shipping services. The company was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. Maersk Sealand is a subsidiary of A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, a global conglomerate that operates in various industries including shipping, logistics, and energy. Maersk Sealand has a fleet of over 700 vessels and serves clients in various industries including retail, automotive, and healthcare.
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