Senior Customs Operations & Compliance Specialist

Maersk; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Dubai is seeking a Customs Operations professional with a minimum of 13 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry. The ideal candidate should possess strong customer service skills, good knowledge of Customs procedures, and have established relationships with Dubai Customs and Government Authorities. This role involves processing Customs declarations, communicating with authorities, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, and possessing a family book is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 13 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry specifically in Customs operations.
• Must be customer service oriented and result driven.
• Family book is mandatory to apply.

Responsibilities

• Comply with export and import administration regulations.
• Process Customs declarations via Dubai Trade portal.
• Communicate with Dubai Customs for follow up and queries.
• Review commercial invoices and packing lists for accuracy.
• Process Gate passes (In/Out).
• Apply Duty Exemptions for required industrial consignees.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Good English communication skills

Knowledge of Customs Procedures

Good relations with Dubai Customs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

A logistics company in Dubai is seeking a Customs Operations professional with a minimum of 13 years of experience in the freight forwarding industry. The ideal candidate should possess strong customer service skills, good knowledge of Customs procedures, and have established relationships with Dubai Customs and Government Authorities. This role involves processing Customs declarations, communicating with authorities, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, and possessing a family book is mandatory.