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Customs Clerk - Felixstowe

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for a day
Location

Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9EP

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Customs Clearance Clerk role in Felixstowe is responsible for ensuring the efficient clearance of goods through customs procedures.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in customs clearance or a related field, with a salary range of £26,000 to £29,000 depending on experience.
  • The position requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Training will initially take place in the office for approximately three months, with potential for hybrid work thereafter.
  • Additional benefits include 22 days of holiday plus bank holidays, onsite parking, and a company pension scheme with a 4% employer contribution.

The Role: Customs Clearance Clerk (Felixstowe/ Hybrid)

As a Customs Clearance Clerk, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient clearance of goods through customs procedures. You will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and laws relating to import and export activities.

Your attention to detail and strong organisational skills will be crucial as you handle documentation, communicate with customs authorities, and ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and on time. If you are passionate about logistics and enjoy problem-solving, we would love to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities

  • Preparation of Customs documentation to ensure that any shipments imported meet all applicable laws so that entry can occur.
  • Issuing the correct documents on behalf of the customer to ensure that customs are cleared in a timely and efficient manner allowing shipments to continue their journey.
  • You will receive experience of working within a customs team environment with a basic understanding of the law and regulations surrounding Customs Clearance and Port Health requirements/ IPAFFS.
  • The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines whilst working effectively under their own initiative with a flexible adaptable approach.
  • Computer literate with a use of various systems including Microsoft excel, Outlook and Teams.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to clients.
  • Stay updated on customs regulations and industry trends.

Requirements

  • Proven experience working in customs clearance or a related field
  • Proficient in customs clearance procedures and documentation
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Familiarity with customs regulations and laws
  • Strong problem-solving skills

The Package

  • Salary £26,000 - £29,000 subject to experience
  • Initially training will start in the office for approx. 3 months Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm
  • Potential hybrid work maybe available once training has been completed
  • Holiday entitlement 22 days +bank holidays
  • Onsite parking
  • Laptop/mobile phone provided
  • Company pension scheme 4% emploer contribution
  • Private healtcare

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.