Senior Customs and Regulatory Compliance Specialist

A customs broker and international freight forwarder, Axxess is a family-owned business serving importers and exporters since 1998.

Our team members make a difference through the personalized service they provide to our clients. They are knowledgeable, respectful and caring, and they enjoy taking on new challenges!

At Axxess, we are committed to supporting our experts throughout their careers. We provide the tools you need to develop your full potential and contribute directly to the team’s success.

Interested? We are looking for our next Customs and Regulatory Compliance Specialist to join our Compliance and Consulting team!

Reporting to the Director of Compliance and Consulting, you will play a key role in supporting internal and external clients on customs regulatory matters. You will be responsible for analysing, applying and interpreting the laws and trade agreements governing international imports and exports.

You will enjoy benefits such as

• The option to work remotely two days per week after completing the probationary period;
• Group insurance coverage;
• A registered retirement savings plan with employer contributions;
• Seven personal days in addition to annual vacation;
• Training paid for by Axxess;
• A stimulating, collaborative work environment with team activities;
• Access to an employee assistance program.

Your main responsibilities will be to

• Answer regulatory questions from internal and external clients;
• Carry out Harmonized System classification projects;
• Work on projects assessing eligibility under various trade agreements;
• Provide assistance with Canada Border Services Agency trade compliance verifications;
• Prepare applications for advance rulings;
• Draft appeals to the President of the Canada Border Services Agency;
• Review the compliance of internal customs transactions;
• Conduct regulatory analyses for imports into Canada and the United States;
• Provide training to internal and external clients;
• Perform other related duties.

What we are looking for

• An attestation of college studies in international trade, logistics or a related field, or the equivalent;
• 7 to 10 years of experience in a similar role;
• The Canadian Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation;
• Advanced proficiency in English and French, both spoken and written;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), including Excel formulas and macros, data integration and the creation of templates in Word and PowerPoint;
• Advanced knowledge of Canadian customs laws and regulations, including the Customs Act and Canada Border Services Agency memoranda;
• Knowledge of U.S. customs regulations administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection;
• Knowledge of rules of origin and trade arrangements, including the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement, free trade agreements and World Trade Organization rules;
• Proficiency in the Harmonized System and its Explanatory Notes, as well as tariff classification tools such as Customs Info and WCO Trade Tools;
• The ability to assess the eligibility of goods under product-specific rules of origin, calculate regional value content and apply tariff shift rules;
• Proficiency in internal audit methods and the analysis of import and export documents, including commercial invoices, certificates of origin, B3 forms and Entry Summary documents;
• Proficiency in responding to trade compliance verifications, preparing verification and appeal files, communicating with authorities and submitting applications for advance rulings;
• Knowledge of the CARM platform;
• Independence, sound judgement and a proactive approach, along with good decision-making skills;
• Strong communication and client service skills, active listening and the ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team.

The following will be considered assets

• CTCS and LCB certifications;
• Knowledge of Descartes platforms;
• Knowledge of electronic document management and databases.

To apply, please submit your résumé through our careers website or Indeed. We will contact shortlisted candidates within a maximum of two weeks.

Axxess International values the diversity of the people we hire and serve. We promote a work environment where individual differences are recognized, valued and respected, allowing everyone to develop their full potential and contribute their talents and strengths.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Work Location: Montreal Office