Customs Clearance Specialist - Freight Forwarder
This is an amazing time to join this very established fright forwarding and logistics company with over 50 years of experience in the industry.
Multi-model specialist covering both Import & Exports of cargo (Air, Sea Road & Rail).
We are seeking a proactive Customs Clearance Specialist with a min of 2 years' experience across all modes of transport to join our team.
Role overview:
As a Customs Clearance Specialist you will be part of a team responsible for arranging a variety of import clearances for key clients, ensuring prompt processing to maintain a high level of service.
- Liaising with customers, suppliers, subcontractors to provide necessary information in processing customs clearance accurately and compliantly adhering to HMRC guidelines.
- Advise on Commodity codes.
- Offer guidance to customers importing goods into the UK.
- Raising invoices, including DUTY and VAT invoices, manual calculation of taxes.
- A proven track record of at leave 2 years working for a small to medium sized freight forwarder.
- Previous experience in processing and completing entries using CDS, including deep-sea ocean freight clearance or European road freight clearance
- Confidence in navigating HMRC online tariffs (UK online trade tariff and other.GOV resources) with a solid understanding of customs commodity codes and procedures.
- CNS and Destin8 experience - Multi freight
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- MS office proficient.
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Free parking on site.
Competitive salary based on experience.
For more information, please call East London & Essex office HRGO on or send email to