High-Level Overview

The Sr. Compliance Specialist supports the Legal & Compliance department head and will play a key role in overseeing regulatory compliance across duty drawback programs, managing interactions with CBP, ensuring operations meet regulatory requirements. This is a remote position for a Utah based brokerage/service company.

Expectations

• Manage complex customs and duty drawback compliance matters following 19 CFR Part 190
• Prepare drawback privilege applications, manufacturing rulings, and other CBP submissions
• Serve as primary contact for CBP inquiries, audits, and requests for information
• Oversee client duty drawback program documentation and recordkeeping
• Review import, export, inventory, and manufacturing records to mitigate risk
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and audits, and implement corrective actions
• Work with claims, operations, and client-facing teams to resolve compliance issues
• Develop and improve compliance policies, SOPs, and internal controls
• Mentor team members on regulatory awareness and compliance practices

Essentials

• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) required
• 3-5 years of experience in trade compliance or customs brokerage
• Solid understanding of import entry and export processes; HTS, COO, Valuation, EEI, etc.
• Duty drawback experience a plus (unused, manufacturing, or rejected merchandise)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including with government authorities
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities, with minimal direction
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills