At Business West we offer bespoke advice for your business with our international trade consultants - industry experts with decades of experience.
Find an international trade consultant that specialises in customs, import and export for your business growth.
The world of international trade has undergone numerous changes in recent years. In order to maintain a competitive edge over rival businesses, it is very important to stay vigilant and compliant when trading overseas.
Companies which are compliant can avoid unnecessary fines and delays at the border, and in turn can reduce their overheads. Additionally, companies which demonstrate proper compliance are sometimes permitted to use special procedures, which also gives a business advantage.
Business West have a team of over 20 dedicated international trade experts to guide you through any queries you may have regarding international trade and can tailor a package to suit your needs.
Areas of international trade expertise include, but are not limited to:
- Rules of origin
- Temporary exports
- Customs warehousing
- Inward/outward processing
- Commodity codes
- Incoterms
We were very pleased with Business West's International Trade consultancy service. As a UK company post-Brexit, it was very informative for us and has already helped our company cut unnecessary costs.
Billy Harvey, Director, EXB (UK) LTD
Meet our international trade consultants:
Joe Goldsworthy
Joe has eight years’ experience working in a variety of export roles in Bristol. He started registering excise consignments for a brewery, and then moved to a well-established food and drink manufacturer, specialising in certification and customs warehousing. During this time, Joe was also awarded the Certificate in Customs Compliance course, with a distinction.
Joe joined Business West 18 months ago as a customs agent, and has quickly established himself in the role, providing compliant declarations and providing both quick turnaround times and great customer service. He has since obtained a further customs compliance qualification, and became one of the first CDS accredited customs agents in the country.
More recently, Joe has been hosting training seminars for Business West customers, and he is currently studying for a diploma in World Customs Compliance and Regulations.
Hilary Rossborough
Hilary has 11 years practical experience in the international trade sector, and has held a variety of roles, ranging from international trade documentation specialist, documentation and development exective, and is currently working as the assistant manager of Business West's international trade team.
Hilary holds professional certifications in export documentation including; Certificates of Origin, ATA Carnets and Customs Procedures. Her work includes producing and delivering bespoke international trade training, acting as Chamber-lead on two International Chambers of Commerce trade procedure pilots, and she is a regular guest panel member on sector-specific webinars.
How much does Business West's international trade consultancy cost?
The international trade consultancy service offers an hourly rate of £100.00 +VAT per hour for members, or £180 + VAT for non-members.
For an in-depth consultation, which would require at least 8 hours input minimum, we charge a day rate of £1000.00 +VAT for members, or £1250.00 +VAT for non-members.
Find out more
If there are any areas of international trade which you require assistance with, please fill out the below form. One of the team will be in touch and will provide you with a quote, so that we can help you with any issues you may be facing. Alternatively, you can email internationaltrade@businesswest.co.uk - please put 'international trade consultancy' in the subject line.
International Trade Consultancy
- I’d like to say a big thank you to Business West’s Customs Declarations team. A few weeks ago, I could not find any agent to make my import declaration for an order placed with our Italian supplier. The team offered me its services and made my life 100% easier. I highly recommend them.
Business West as your Customs Agent
Business West delivers a Customs Declaration service for UK importers and exporters, of all sizes, in every region of the United Kingdom. If you’re interested in finding out more about how the ChamberCustoms service can work for your business please click on this link.
