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Job Description

KPMG Trade and Customs team provides an extensive range of services to clients with international trade business. As part of our Trade and Customs team, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with customs regulations, providing strategic trade advisory services, and fostering client relationships for our clients in local, regional and international market.

As an associate you will get the opportunity, but not limited to:

Perform internal risk management for onboarding of clients.
Perform research on regulations and industry trends.
Draft reports and analyses for customs and tax optimisation projects.
Support in assignments related to HS classification, customs valuation, FTAs, and trade strategy reviews.
Support the exploration and implementation of digital tools to improve trade efficiency.

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess The Following Attributes

Possess a tertiary and/or professional qualification in international trade, supply chain, logistics, or related field, with strong APAC region exposure
Have an outward-looking, people-oriented personality with great communication skills as well as an analytical mind to work effectively in a team
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Strong team player, willingness to learn.

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by KPMG Talent Acquisition team, personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.

Tax - Trade & Customs | Graduate Associate