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Senior Customs broker

Reed
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Ipswich, Suffolk IP15BH, England

Salary

£31,416 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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.

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  • The Customs Broker position in Ipswich offers an annual salary of £31,416 and requires at least 1 year of recent customs experience in the shipping or freight forwarding industry.
  • This full-time role involves coordinating clearance services, managing payments, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations.
  • Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a detail-oriented mindset.
  • The job includes opportunities for service improvement recommendations and training other staff members in customs clearances.
  • Benefits include a discretionary bonus, private health insurance, a pension scheme, and up to 30 days of annual leave.
Customs Broker
  • Annual Salary: £31,416
  • Location: Ipswich
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated Customs Broker to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for maintaining excellent clearance services and ensuring efficient coordination with carriers and third-party contractors. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for improving operational processes, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to advance your career in the shipping and freight forwarding industry.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Arrange all clearances in a timely and effective manner, ensuring the highest standards of service.
  • Coordinate container release and PIN with carriers efficiently, managing all necessary payments before cargo release.
  • Make recommendations for service improvements or business expansion opportunities and highlight any service failings by third-party contractors.
  • Respond effectively and promptly to inquiries from global internal colleagues or customers.
  • Stay updated with customs regulations and assist in training other staff in customs clearances.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • At least 1 year of recent customs experience within the shipping and/or freight forwarding industry.
  • Strong analytical, numerical, and attention to detail skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a close team.
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Benefits:
  • Discretionary bonus.
  • Private health insurance.
  • Private pension scheme with contributions set at 3% for employees and 6% for employers, increasing to 7.5% after 5 years and 10% after 10 years.
  • Life assurance at 4 times the annual salary.
  • Income protection insurance.
  • Reduced priced canteen onsite.
  • Free parking.
  • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus bank holidays.

To apply for this Customs Broker position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

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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.