Consultant, Trade Services

FTI Consulting

. Execute day-to-day and project-based trade compliance activities according to client requirements, FTI methodologies, and applicable laws and regulations .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $51,000 - $113,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in trade compliance activities, including tariff classification, duty mitigation, and customs regulations. Proficient in analyzing trade data and preparing compliance documentation while managing multiple assignments effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tariff ClassificationU.S. Customs RegulationsTrade Data AnalysisLicensed Customs Broker (LCB)Microsoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Tariff MitigationDuty DrawbackCustoms Entry ReviewImport OperationsValuation AnalysisCountry-of-Origin AnalysisQuality Control ReviewsCompliance Documentation PreparationException ManagementPost-Entry Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

ERP/WMS PlatformsACEBroker PlatformsHTS/Classification Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Customs Broker (LCB)Certified Customs Specialist (CCS)Certified Export Specialist (CES)

Industry Keywords

Trade ComplianceCustomsInternational TradeFTZ ActivitiesManaged Services Engagements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute day-to-day and project-based trade compliance activities according to client requirements, FTI methodologies, and applicable laws and regulations
Review customs entries, import transactions, commercial documentation, broker data, and trade records
Perform tariff classification, country-of-origin, valuation, tariff, and duty analyses
Execute tariff mitigation, duty drawback, and other duty recovery activities
Execute FTZ activities, including admissions, inventory controls, reconciliations, exports, and zone-to-entry transactions
Perform importer-of-record and import operations activities, including entry review, exception management, and post-entry processes
Analyze trade data to identify errors, discrepancies, missing information, and compliance issues
Prepare workpapers, calculations, reconciliations, audit-ready files, reports, procedures, and client deliverables
Perform recurring compliance reviews and operational activities for managed services engagements
Track and resolve routine exceptions and coordinate with clients, customs brokers, logistics providers, and FTI team members
Support client implementations and transitions through assigned data, documentation, process, and operational activities
Perform quality-control reviews and meet service levels, deadlines, productivity requirements, and quality standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, International Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
2+ years of hands-on experience in customs, trade compliance, import operations, or related international trade activities
Practical knowledge of U.S. customs regulations
Experience with tariff classification, valuation, country of origin, duty mitigation, FTZs, or customs broker entry review
Experience reviewing customs entries, import documentation, trade data, and transactional records
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Experience preparing workpapers, compliance documentation, client deliverables, and supporting reports
Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently
Ability to escalate complex matters appropriately
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Ability to travel to clients and FTI offices
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
No visa sponsorship provided
Preferred: Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or industry certification such as CCS, CES, or similar
Preferred: Hands-on FTZ experience
Preferred: Experience with Section 301, Section 232, or other tariff mitigation programs
Preferred: Experience with customs broker entry review and performance monitoring
Preferred: Experience with post-entry processes, including protests, PSCs, reconciliations, prior disclosures, or other entry corrections
Preferred: Experience with trade data analysis, exception reporting, or audit testing
Preferred: Experience with ERP/WMS platforms, ACE, broker platforms, HTS/classification tools, or other trade technology
Preferred: Experience supporting recurring or managed trade compliance services
Preferred: Experience developing or maintaining trade compliance procedures, work instructions, and operational controls
Preferred: Experience working with multinational organizations and cross-functional teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development programs
On-the-job learning
Self-guided professional development courses and certifications
Dedicated coach and regular coaching sessions
Tailored programs for critical professional milestones
Hybrid work arrangement
Travel to clients and FTI offices