Trade and Customs Consultant

Maersk Global Trade and Customs Consulting (GTCC) is the international trade and customs consulting arm of Maersk. We support clients in navigating the complexities of cross-border trade by optimizing customs compliance, leveraging duty-saving opportunities, and improving supply chain efficiency. Our diverse, collaborative team partners closely with other Maersk business units across the globe to deliver strategic and practical solutions.

We are seeking a consultant who is passionate about customs and trade advisory to join our growing practice. You will contribute to both local and regional engagements and play a vital role in delivering value to clients across a range of industries.

We offer

• The opportunity to work at the intersection of global trade, strategy, and logistics within a world-class organization.

• Access a global network of customs professionals and subject matter experts.

• Continuous learning through in-house programs, international collaboration, and client-facing challenges.

• A flexible, inclusive, and collaborative working environment that fosters your professional growth.

Key responsibilities

• Support the team in delivering high-impact projects related to customs valuation, tariff classification, origin determination, Free Trade Agreement (FTA) utilization, and overall trade compliance.

• Conduct technical research on Vietnamese/Thai/Malaysian and other international customs regulations, develop strategies for import/export optimization, and advise on risk mitigation.

• Identify opportunities for clients to reduce duty costs, improve compliance, or enhance operational efficiency.

• Collaborate across Maersk’s customs clearance, logistics, and warehousing functions in Asia.

• Support automation and digitalization efforts in customs processes and global trade management systems.

• Assist clients with customs audits, regulatory inquiries, and post-clearance reviews.

• Contribute to internal initiatives including business development, thought leadership, and practice innovation.

• Partner with Sales and product teams to support GTCC consulting growth, including preparing and delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders

• Help foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.

We’re looking for

• Minimum 4 years of experience in trade and customs consulting firm, law firm or relevant government agency, Prior experience working in the Trade and Customs division of a Big Four firm is a plus.

• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following:

  • Customs valuation, tariff classification, origin rules and FTA/EPA utilization

  • Vietnam’s import/export procedures and related regulations

  • Preferential trade programs, bonded zones, or drawback regimes

  • Customs audit response and risk management

• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• A proactive and adaptable team player who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Bachelor’s degree in international trade, Law, Economics, Business, Supply Chain, or related field.

• Familiarity with sector-specific trade issues (e.g., lifestyle, automotive, life sciences, electronics).

• Familiarity with data analysis (SQL, Tableau) or trade systems is a plus.

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret complex regulations.