Overview
Senior Consultant Global Trade - Industries. We are looking for a Senior Consultant to join our Global Trade team. We integrate customs advisory, global trade management systems and cross-border trade solutions. We offer support and advice on customs, international trade policy & compliance, excise and energy taxation, and sustainability topics. Our focus is on both tax & legal compliance as well as on cost reduction strategies and seeking operational efficiencies and improving working capital. Our clients are in all industries, public administrations and non-profit organizations. We combine supply chain, operational, tax and financial experience across a young and dynamic department.
Our approach includes embedding AI to augment human potential and enabling transformation across sectors, with a human-centric mindset and a global network of colleagues to support clients’ issues.
Your Key Responsibilities
* You will assist and advise clients regarding customs, import & export matters.
* You will help clients operate more effectively in moving goods around the world by developing and implementing strategies to manage duty cost through free trade agreements, special programs, and transactional structuring.
* You will work on Operational Model Effectiveness projects, which may include reshaping the organization and underlying processes to create tax and supply chain efficiencies.
* You will support companies with local and foreign investments to make international product flows cost effective and avoid operational issues at borders, ensuring compliance with tax & legal provisions.
* You will work project-based for large corporations as well as SMEs, possibly including travel, with a focus on compliance and achieving cost effectiveness and efficiencies.
* You will be responsible for handling a varied portfolio of client assignments, participating in client meetings, and developing relationships with clients.
* You will identify areas where tax & legal technical expertise is required and recommend appropriate solutions to your manager.
* You will be integrated within a young and dynamic department, building a network of relationships with colleagues in your office and other countries.
Your profile
* You have a university degree in a business-related discipline, ideally in law, commercial engineering or economics.
* You have minimum 2 years of experience in the domain of customs / global trade (customs & excise, trade policy and/or trade compliance).
* You are able to communicate fluently in English and Dutch; knowledge of French or any other European language is a clear asset.
* You are a team player with excellent communication skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.
* You are a motivated learner, eager to explore new challenges.
* You have an open, enthusiastic and flexible mindset, looking for opportunities to exceed expectations and take ownership of projects assigned to you.
* Data analytics or IT skills are a plus.
* Understanding of SAP and/or other ERP environments is welcome.
What’s In It For You
* EY Family – all necessary skills, training and opportunities to grow to your fullest potential.
* Attractive remuneration package including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Flex plan to choose what you value most.
* Mobility package – opt-in for a mobility budget that can be used for alternative transportation or related benefits.
* Flexible working arrangements – flexible hours and the possibility to work from home several days per week.
* Inspiring work environment – opportunities to further develop skills and fulfill your potential.
* Learning & personal growth – onboarding, extensive training, and coaching with a clear career path.
* Team activities and company-wide events.
* Sustainability options – hybrid/electric cars, flexibility in transport benefits, train subscriptions or bike leases.
* Diversity & Inclusion – commitment to inclusion and non-discrimination.
* Location – offices accessible by public transport or car with parking; charging stations available.
Note: This description reflects responsibilities and qualifications for the role and does not include unrelated postings or duplicate headings from the original listing.
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