Managing Consultant - Tradewin

Job description

Due to the continued growth of our South Asia practice, Tradewin is seeking an experienced Customs & International Trade professional for a full-time Managing Consultant position based in Kuala Lumpur, with a primary focus on Malaysia. The successful candidate will provide advisory services on Customs and International Trade matters to global, regional, and local clients, including import/export regulations, export controls, Customs dispute resolution, valuation, HS classification, FTA management, disclosures, and AEO assessments. The role also involves managing projects for regional level consulting and operational support, supporting business growth initiatives, developing internal best practices and procedures, and performing routine administrative tasks. Purpose: Provide Customs & International Trade advisory to clients across Malaysia and the wider region. Advise on various trade compliance topics including import/export regulations, export controls, valuation, HS classification, FTAs, etc. Manage trade compliance consulting projects and client engagements. Support business development and practice growth initiatives in Malaysia and South Asia. Contribute to internal process improvements, best practices, and administrative operations. Key Responsibilities Analyzing customs and trade related data to assist the firm in providing advice to our clients on risk assessment, duty mitigation, auditing, supply chain security and tactical based services; Assign accurate HS classification, customs valuation, FTA qualification, PGA requirements, ECCN classification etc.; Strong experience of LMW applications and its legal framework including VAA Provide written advice to clients on matters pertaining to Customs & Trade Compliance; Coordinate engagements and projects; The role will also include administrative, project management and client relationship management (meeting with and actively engaging with clients) activities; Other duties & tasks as assigned. • Bachelor's degree or equivalent. A professional accreditation (e.g. customs broker’s license) will be viewed favourably; • 4-7 years of working experience in a related field, out of which at least 3 years should ideally comprise of consulting experience; • Advanced understanding of import/export regulations and practice; • Show good judgment, integrity, curiosity, vision, attitude & confidence; • Possess the ability to evaluate and articulate complex issues; • Strong analytical skills; • Can-do attitude and willingness to learn; • Fluent in English; 2nd Asian language is considered an advantage • Proficiency with Microsoft® Word and Microsoft® Excel; • Ability to work independently and as part of a team; • Experience or familiarity with trade compliance in Malaysia ; • Experience or familiarity with trade compliance in the ASEAN region or another ASEAN country is an added advantage. Application Deadline : 2 November 2026 Position Location : Kuala Lumpur Tradewin is an international trade consulting company that provides creative and effective solutions and guidance in matters regarding Customs and Trade regulatory compliance, logistics, and trade data management. Our services include consulting and tactical work in the areas of Import and Export Compliance, HS and ECN Classification, Trade Preference Programs, Duty Mitigation, and Supply Chain Security. Our staff is comprised of licensed Customs brokers, lawyers, accountants, and industry leaders located across North America, Asia Pacific and Europe. As a team, we work to assess complicated situations, maneuver through regulatory hurdles, and implement solutions that meet both the letter of the law and the spirit of your business. Tradewin provides import and export consulting and tactical services in many areas of international trade including: Import HS Classification, Export HS Classification, Export ECN and Licensing Determination, Import Procedures Development, Export Procedures Development, Tariff Advice & Administrative Rulings Tariff Concession Orders Post Entry Services, AEO Readiness Assessment, Trade Agreement Qualification, AEO Procedures Implementation Assistance, Valuation Analysis, Customs Compliance Assessments, Compliance Training, Denied Party Screening, Export Licence determination and application.