Description of RoleWe are seeking a Regulatory Specialist to act as a senior subject matter expert, responsible for providing timely and accurate advice to a growing and diverse client base. A strong sense of ownership and pride over principal duties is required. This role continually provides opportunities to work independently and collaboratively to achieve entire perspective results.
Principal Accountabilities & Duties- Ownership of projects including, but not limited to:
- Developing and launching Audit Program
- Completing and presenting "Regulatory Specialist Spotlight"
- Overseeing the NCBFAA MOU program for Willson International Inc employees
- Prioritize and respond to incoming client inquiries of a regulatory or technical nature. Willson International operates within land, air and ocean environments. Requests often require urgent or same day turnaround.
- Advise on the classification, valuation and import requirements of merchandise. Complete and accurate tariff opinions including duty rate and AD/CVD scope checks are routine. Research and advise on FDA, Agriculture or other PGA import requirements
- Vet documents to ensure compliance with CBP and all other regulatory agencies. Some examples include Powers of Attorney, USMCA Certification of Origin and other routine import documents.
- Post entry work may be required. Examples include USMCA claims, Post Summary Corrections and administrative refunds as required.
- Application or maintenance of Continuous Surety Bonds.
- Stay current with upcoming regulatory changes impacting the Willson International client base
- All other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Educational Requirements- Minimum ten (10) years' Customs Brokerage experience in a consulting, regulatory or similar professional services capacity.
- US Customs Brokers License is required.
- High School Diploma required. College and or University Degree in Business Administration is an asset.
- NCBFAA Certified Customs Specialist is an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of CBP and PGA import requirements is required.
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite of products - command of Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
- Strong communication skills - verbal and written is required.
- Problem solving, accuracy, attention to detail and analytical ability is required.
Why you'll love it at Willson- Work-from-home environment, with a home internet reimbursement
- 3 weeks paid vacation for all new hires
- 401K program
- We care about your loved ones too - that's why we offer family medical benefit coverage (including significant mental-health practitioner coverage), Compassionate Care top-ups, and Maternity/Parental top-ups.
- Change is crucial to success - it's never a dull moment here! We offer trainings, and cover the cost of certifications so you can adapt to change with your best foot forward
- #Oneteam is essential to our corporate identity - we only succeed if we work together. That's why we take the time to recognize the value of our staff, and celebrate the big moments together (like service anniversaries, weddings, and cute things, like puppies and babies).
