Customs and International Trade Research Assistant

Department: Customs and International Trade

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dublin

Description

BDO is one of the world’s leading accountancy and advisory organisations.  We have clients of all types and sizes, in every sector, but that’s only part of the story! At BDO you can be yourself - we value you as an individual and want you to realize your aspirations. You have a voice and your opinion counts. We give you the challenge and support you need and you are able to shape your own career according to your strengths, skills and personality. Working at BDO enhances your professional development at all stages of your career. Few firms offer the same breadth and quality of work, responsibility and experience. We recognize and reward your high performance and you have the opportunity to excel, progress and share in our success. We are clear on what we expect from you and what you can expect in return. We are currently seeking someone with an interest in EU Law to join our Customs and International Trade Team. 

Key Responsibilities

·        Managing and reviewing regulations, court cases, customs information received on a weekly basis, summarising and filing·        Producing summary memos·        Learning about customs and trade regulations·        Learning about Import/Export Declarations·        Attending meetings as required and producing of notes of same ·        Researching as required from managers·        Interacting with management team to support with Customs Queries  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

- Degree level qualification in a research based topic
 - Librarian qualification an advantage
 - Interest in customs, global trade, emerging ESG legislation
 - Capable of producing strong research based information using multiple sources
 - Capable of managing receipt of information on a weekly basis, summarising and filing
- Able to produce weekly summaries of information received in both word and presentation format
 - Comfortable with production for social media

Benefits

·        Competitive package·        Career progression·        Ongoing support & advice·        Life assurance·        Centrally located near all main methods of public transport·        Fantastic office space·        BDO Learning & Development Programme·        Cycle to work scheme·        Employee discount scheme