Our international logistics client based in Essex are currently looking to appoint an experienced Customs Clerk to join their team, working Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm with no weekends required!
As Customs Clerk, on a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for producing customs declarations, ensuring all clearance processes (Import and Export) are completed in a compliant and timely manner, and providing professional and effective administration support to the Customs Clearing / Multimodal Team.
Customs Clerk duties include:
1. Completing day to day Customs Clearing and entries for all sea and road freight shipments, including EADs & T1s. Creating, managing and maintaining the correct documentation as each case progresses, always maintaining data input accuracy.
2. Handling customer enquiries in writing, in person or by phone providing accurate advice and estimates when required.
3. Telephone and/or written communication with external organisations e.g. HMRC, Port Authorities, Shipping Lines, Hauliers etc.
4. Obtaining necessary Bill of Ladings and correct Tariff Headings and processing payments from customers in line with company policy.
5. Calculating Duty / VAT cost for each consignment.
6. Processing Import/Export declarations.
7. Dealing with general enquiries from importers / exporters, internal and external sources concerning all areas, relating to Customs Procedures, Tariff...