Global Policy Lead, Customs – Global Policy (Paris)

We are seeking a Global Policy Lead – Customs to lead ICC’s global policy engagement on customs and trade facilitation issues.

As the institutional representative of over 45 million businesses in more than 170 countries, the International Chamber of Commerce operates with a core mission to “make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere”.

We act as the primary voice of the real economy in a range of intergovernmental organisations – from the World Trade Organization to the UN climate process – championing the needs of local business in global decision making.

The convening power of our global network enables us to set rules and standards that facilitate over $17 trillion dollars in trade each year – as well as providing tailored products and digital services that directly address the real challenges faced by businesses operating internationally.

We also provide the world’s premier private global dispute resolution services, leveraging ICC’s unique independence, integrity and expertise.

About this job opportunity

We are seeking a proactive Global Policy Lead – Customs to lead ICC’s global policy engagement on customs and trade facilitation issues, and drive the substantive development of customs policy positions and advocacy in key international forums.

A central responsibility of the role is managing the ICC Customs and Trade Facilitation Commission, which serves as a global platform for businesses to develop and advocate for simplified customs policies and practices that promote the efficient flow of goods across borders. A key aspect of the Commission’s work involves identifying best practices and providing global business input on rules and standards set by the World Customs Organization, where we act as the official industry observer.

The role

Reporting to the Head of Trade, you will:

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Terms and conditions 

Availability:  As soon as possible

Department: Global Policy

Location: ICC International Headquarter, Paris

Contract type and duration: Permanent contract, full time

How to apply:Please send your application to our Talent Acquisition team at policyapplications@iccwbo.org and specify “Global Policy Lead – Customs” in the subject line of your email. Make sure to include:

At ICC, we make business work for everyone, every day, everywhere. And when we say “everyone”, we mean it. We celebrate the diversity of our people and strive to inspire acceptance, cultivate a culture where difference matters, inclusion is essential, and equality of opportunity is for everyone.