In order to understand what type of jobs exist within trade compliance, you have to first understand what Trade Compliance actually is. What exactly is “trade compliance”? Trade compliance means that you ensure you are following all import export laws and regulations relating to trade (logistics), or movement of goods.

As you can imagine, that is a very wide scope to cover – it essential involves a shipment from manufacture, all the way delivery, and everything in between.

Now that you know what Trade Compliance covers, let’s discuss what type of jobs you can hold within this industry:

1. Origin Certificate Qualification
2. Exporter
3. Export Customs Broker
4. Import Customs Broker
5. Importer
6. Lawyer
7. Official Customs Agent

As you can imagine, you can fit yourself anywhere within the supply chain industry if you are within trade compliance. Now, which type of companies that can be part of?

1. Customs Broker
2. Carrier
3. Importer
4. Exporter
5. US Government (or other country government agencies)

The above lists are not meant to all inclusive. I’m sure I have missed out few jobs and industries where you can fit in.

The world is getting more and more complex, which means that companies need more people that understand the Customs Regulation and can apply those regulations to the company’s benefit. If you find yourself within this industry, there is no shortage of work and the impact you can make within your company.

If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to us at Support@VirkTradeCompliance.com.