Our clients, a freight forwarding company based at the London Gateway Logistics Park, are currently looking to appoint an experienced Import Customs Clerk.
Working out of a brand-new office complex with break out room and parking facilities, this is a full-time permanent position; Monday to Friday, with no weekends required! Due to the location being able to drive is essential as we are not easily accessible by public transport.
Import Customs Clerk duties and responsibilities include:
* Establish an effective collaborative relationship with the Operational team and maintain communication with customers on all customs issues.
* Provide accurate documentation check to ensure compliance to new and existing government legislation.
* Monitor arrivals and prepare documentation for entry submission.
* Submit Import declarations via ASM Sequoia.
* Monitor any applicable declarations subject to HMRC checks, port health, examination, documentation checks etc. and liaise with relevant Government department to ensure timely release.
* Submit post entry amendments where applicable and maintain team post entry amendment log.
* Support and contribute to branch P&L monthly reporting.
Skills required from the Import Customs Clerk:
* Recent experience of working in a customs brokerage environment. Inclusive of entry submission to CDS via ASM or similar customs software provider.
* Knowledge of the HMRC Tariff for a diverse range of product types.
* Understanding of various customs procedures.
* Ability to adapt to arrivals encompassing various transport modes.
* Experience of using port community systems CNS & Destin8.
* Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Ability to work with line manager on HMRC ad hoc requirements, procedures, audits etc.
* Computer literacy and knowledge of MS Office.
Candidates should be willing to work in a fast-paced environment and be keen to learn in what is a very new and expansive area of customs brokerage.
We’re keen to speak to people who have 2+ years Customs Entry experience.
In return, the Import Customs Clerk will be offered up to £35,000, reflective of experience and skills, as well as a bonus scheme and company benefits.
Contact us today.
careersredrecruit
01376 503567
If you would like to know more about this Import Customs Clerk opportunity, or you know of anyone that fits the bill, either forward this advert to them, send us their details or get in contact with us and we will do the rest. You can recommend as many people as you like via our website and earn a referral fee per candidate we place*. This is an unlimited offer.
As recruiters specialising in freight and shipping, Red Recruit have vacancies at all levels within the industry, so please do get in touch to tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll do our best to assist.
* T&C's apply. Please contact the office for more information.
Please note: - We do not advertise all of our vacancies as some are highly confidential. Therefore, please either submit your CV to us directly or call us in complete confidence.
We have also setup a contacts list for candidates to join to be made aware of all relevant jobs to them. If this sounds of interest, then please get in contact with us via our website and send us your CV so that we can make sure you receive relevant updates on our latest vacancies.