Trade Compliance Specialist

We are seeking a talented, driven, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a full time Trade Compliance Specialist based in our Dublin office.

About the Role

The Trade Compliance Specialist plays a key role in supporting customs import and export compliance activities for Bulgari Ireland, covering operations in both Ireland and Italy, while also providing support to other Affiliates when required. This position works closely with internal stakeholders across the organization and collaborates with external partners, including customs brokers, freight forwarders, and trade service providers, to ensure compliant, efficient, and seamless cross border operations.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor customs compliance for import and export activities across Ireland, Italy, and other Affiliates worldwide.
• Perform pre and post clearance reviews and verification of customs declarations to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Audit and assess import and export declarations, identify compliance gaps, and support implementation of corrective actions and/or improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate monthly record keeping of customs and support documentation for all transactions.
• Prepare documentary support packs for annual VAT returns.
• Support Intrastat reporting activities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance) and external service providers (customs brokers, freight forwarders) to resolve customs and trade compliance matters.
• Monitor compliance with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), including the collection, validation, and maintenance of Long Term Supplier Declarations (LTSDs).
• Assist in ensuring compliance with customs regulations, trade requirements, and internal policies across multiple jurisdictions.
• Create purchase orders in Ivalua.
• Support ad hoc group projects.

Profile

Profile & Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar Trade Compliance or Customs role.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Trade Compliance, Business, or a related field; certifications in related matters are a plus.
• Fluent in English; Italian is a plus but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of customs clearance procedures and formalities.
• Proven ability to manage complex trade and customs operations while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, data analysis, and reporting capabilities; strong PowerPoint presentation skills.

Additional information

We Believe You Are

• Able to identify compliance risks and recommend pragmatic mitigation strategies.
• A strong communicator and collaborative team player, capable of working effectively across departments, external partners, and different time zones.
• Proactive, solution oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic international environment.

What We Offer

We offer the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders across all levels of the organization within an international and collaborative environment. Our team continuously strives for excellence and supports one another in achieving shared objectives.

• Strong growth and training opportunities.
• Exposure to international customs and trade operations within a global luxury environment.
• Permanent contract with a 6 month probation period.