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Customs Specialist / International Trade Compliance Professional

(Title and compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Location: Washington, DC (with international travel)

Schedule: 1,800 - 2,000 hours per year

Salary Band:

• $140,000 - $160,000 (non-licensed)
• $160,00-$190,000 (licensed broker)
• $200,000+ (licensed attorneys)

This law firm is home to highly motivated professionals distinguished by intellectual rigor, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to superior client service. The Customs Specialist plays a critical role in advising clients on complex import and trade compliance matters while contributing to a collaborative, high-performance environment focused on continuous improvement.

Highly preferred to have a Licensed U.S. Customs Broker or licensed practitioners of Law.

Key Responsibilities

The Customs Specialist will provide substantive analysis and practical guidance across a broad range of customs and trade matters, including:

• Tariff classification, customs valuation, country-of-origin determinations, and entry requirements
• Identification of duty drawback opportunities and duty/fee savings strategies
• Advising on CBP automated systems, including ACE, post-entry audits, and focused assessment audits
• Supporting the design and implementation of compliance solutions, with an emphasis on automation and process optimization
• Assisting with due diligence reviews, privilege reviews, and audits of client records and files
• Conducting legal and factual research related to customs laws, regulations, markets, and industry standards
• Coordinating filings and communications with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and other government agencies
• Collaborating with attorneys, specialists, and clients to deliver accurate, timely, and strategic outcomes

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Customs Broker License strongly preferred. Trade Compliance Specialists or Import Specialists will be considered.

Substantial experience in customs and international trade compliance, including roles such as:

• Licensed Customs Broke
• U.S. Customs Auditor
• Hands-on experience with CBP’s ACE Portal
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and precisely
• Strong research capabilities, including regulatory and factual analysis
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Access
• Willingness to travel as required, internationally.

This role rewards precision, judgment, and intellectual stamina. It suits someone who enjoys living at the intersection of law, logistics, and systems—where a single classification decision can ripple across global supply chains.