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Join EY Tax, where you'll have the unique opportunity to help some of the world's leading multinational corporations navigate intricate tax obligations on national and global scales. You'll gain an insider's glimpse into their business operations and complexities, laying the foundation to become a trusted guide in their decision-making process.

The opportunity

Are you ready to embark on an exhilarating international career in global trade advisory services with one of the world's leading professional accounting firms? This is your opportunity! As businesses increasingly expand their operations worldwide, they face the complexities of longer supply chains that span multiple countries. Ensuring the seamless movement of goods across international borders is essential for success in today's dynamic global market. However, navigating the intricate and often perplexing trade regulations can pose significant challenges, leading to increased tax liabilities, clearance delays, and ongoing disputes.

At EY, our Global Trade practice is a specialized national group within Indirect Tax, dedicated to providing advisory services on customs, import, export, and other international trade matters to some of the largest corporations globally. We empower our clients to minimize their global trade costs, identify and mitigate risks for worldwide compliance, and enhance their trade operations. Our strategic insights, extensive experience in managing global trade controversies, and a vast network of dedicated trade professionals deliver unparalleled value to our clients.

With the tremendous growth potential in global trade advisory services and our ambitious expansion plans, we are poised to create long-term career opportunities for individuals who excel in market-facing and client management roles. Key areas for growth include outsourcing certain customs activities, trade automation, trade data analytics, free trade agreements, supply chain advisory, export restrictions, and more. Join EY's Global Trade practice and be part of this exciting journey!

Overview

As a market-facing Manager in our Global Trade practice, you will oversee multiple concurrent client projects while leading our team to deliver exceptional work products. Your role will involve developing and implementing strategies to manage duty costs through the effective use of free trade agreements, special programs, and transactional structuring. Additionally, you will proactively address global trade risks, enhance international trade compliance, and boost the operational efficiency of supply chains. Collaborating with our global trade colleagues across various countries and regions, you will provide tailored advice that aligns with client needs.

Key responsibilities of the role include

• Actively identifying companies that require global trade assistance and building new client relationships through external outreach and internal EY resources.
• Generating revenue from both new and existing clients.
• Providing expert advice on global trade while collaborating with our network of dedicated global trade professionals.
• Staying updated on global customs developments and applying this knowledge to client situations effectively.
• Leading and managing client projects, ensuring appropriate delegation of tasks to team members.
• Innovating and developing new service offerings that provide added value to our clients.
• Finding more efficient and effective ways to deliver existing services.
• Focusing on the development of people and talent by mentoring junior staff and setting challenging goals.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, international business, or a related field. Candidates with a Customs broker license will also be considered.
• A master's degree or JD is an asset.
• 6 or more years of relevant work experience gained in any of the following
  • a professional services firm
  • a Fortune 500 company
  • a major importer
• Experience with the Canada Border Services Agency is a plus.
• Strong technical knowledge of global customs, import, and export topics, including valuation, classification, country of origin, and free trade agreements.
• Proven ability to proactively engage clients and deliver high-quality project outcomes.
• Demonstrated project management abilities, along with excellent organizational skills, and a positive attitude.
• A willingness to travel; the travel percentage will depend on location, skill set, and specific projects.
• This role will interact with external clients plus internal colleagues and stakeholders across Canada, therefore fluency in English is required. French – English bilingualism is an asset.

Ideally, you'll also have

• A Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) designation or pursuing
• Language skills in addition to English
• Experience in trade automation, global trade management systems, and data analytics tools

What we look for

We're interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. We're looking for people with a genuine passion for customs an international trade work, and the future of customs, and are inspired to help the world's leading multinational organizations meet complex customs and tax obligations around the world. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you
  

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