About the role
- Handle end-to-end SEZ and STPI compliance, including documentation, filings, approvals, and ongoing regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with Development Commissioners, STPI authorities, customs officials, and other government bodies for registrations, renewals, permissions, and clarifications.
- Maintain and update SEZ/STPI records, including monthly SOFTEX filings, SEZ annual performance reports, and other statutory submissions.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with SEZ/STPI operational guidelines, including tracking benefits, obligations, and usage conditions.
- Review import and export documentation such as Bills of Entry, Shipping Bills, and Duty Drawback-related documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Liaise with customs authorities to manage clearances, respond to queries, and ensure adherence to customs regulations.
- Work closely with freight forwarders and customs brokers to enable smooth logistics and compliant import/export operations.
- Collaborate with the Tax Manager to evaluate and apply FTA benefits where applicable.
- Act as a single point of contact for all SEZ, STPI, and customs-related queries from internal stakeholders.
- Provide training, guidance, and support to internal teams on SEZ, STPI, and customs compliance procedures.
- Support audits and regulatory inspections by ensuring timely availability of documentation and responses to regulatory queries.
- Professional qualification such as CA or LLB (preferred).
- 3–5 years of experience in SEZ, STPI, and customs compliance, preferably within a corporate or multinational environment.
- Strong working knowledge of SEZ/STPI regulations, customs laws, and the Foreign Trade Policy.
- Hands-on experience with ERP systems and strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interact confidently with internal and external stakeholders.