Licensed Customs Broker (LCB)

About the Role

Altius Talent is representing a well-established freight forwarder seeking a Licensed Customs Broker to take the lead on customs compliance and entry operations within their Chicago (ORD) branch.

This is a key position for a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with strong regulatory expertise and leadership potential. The role will serve as the designated license holder for the branch, overseeing compliance processes while supporting clients across diverse commodities. As operations expand, the successful candidate will also take on mentoring and team leadership responsibilities.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the licensed broker of record for the branch, ensuring full compliance with CBP and all applicable PGA regulations

• Prepare and process customs entries across a wide range of commodities in ACE/ABI

• Oversee post-entry activities such as PSCs, protests, prior disclosures, and internal audits

• Stay up to date on changes to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), rulings, and trade policy updates

• Provide expert guidance on Section 232, Section 301, IEEPA, and other trade-related matters

• Advise clients on documentation, classification, valuation, and compliance inquiries

• Support internal and external audits and ensure robust recordkeeping practices

• Collaborate with other departments to enhance workflow efficiency and shipment visibility

• Build and mentor entry writers as the customs team grows

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Active U.S. Customs Broker License (required)

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in customs brokerage or international freight forwarding

• Strong knowledge of HTS classification, GRI interpretation, and CBP rulings

• Experience managing Section 232/301 trade remedies and compliance programs

• Familiarity with FDA, USDA, EPA, and other PGA filing requirements

• Proficient with ACE/ABI; experience with CargoWise highly preferred

• Excellent communication skills – able to simplify complex regulations for clients and colleagues

• Organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities

• Previous leadership or team development experience advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Lead compliance role with significant branch-level responsibility

• Collaborative culture within a global logistics network

• Competitive compensation and full benefits package

• Exposure to diverse client portfolios and commodities

• Clear growth path into broader compliance or operational leadership