Customs Clerk

Time Appointments are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established freight forwarding and logistics business in Ipswich, who are currently seeking to appoint a Customs Clearance Agent to join their successful team. The role will entail liaising with Customers, Customs Authorities and handling Import Customs Clearances from start to finish to support the successful forwarding of the goods.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Import/Exports Customs Clearance experience preferred, however candidates without experience but who possess transferable skills and a genuine interest in building a career within the industry will also be considered
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work within a team and independently as appropriate
• Good Interpersonal skills, face-to-face and via telephone
• A positive, can-do attitude

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Collating of relevant customs and shipping paperwork
• Preparation and transmission of Customs Entries and obtaining of Customs Clearance
• Collation and advice of charges payable to customer and arranging of payment to and release
• Handling import clearances via any required mode of transport from start to finish
• Proactive and efficient communication to customers, vendors, and government bodies
• Ensuring customs compliance is maintained at all times
• Delivering high levels of customer service at all times whilst having a good understanding of commercial awareness.

This role will suit an individual with the hunger and determination to want to succeed along with the ability to drive the business forward.