Air Export Clerk

Right Now Recruitment; Sunbury-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A freight forwarding company based in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking an experienced Air Export Clerk to manage air export consignments and complete customs entries. This role involves handling shipments from booking to delivery, preparing documentation, and liaising with customers and service providers. The ideal candidate has experience in air export freight forwarding and strong communication skills, and will enjoy being part of a supportive team. A competitive salary between £30,000 - £35,000 is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Standard working hours

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven ability to complete customs entries; knowledge of CDS/CHIEF is desirable.
• Strong understanding of export documentation and processes.
• Confident using freight systems.

Responsibilities

• Handle air export shipments from initial booking to final delivery.
• Complete customs entries accurately and within deadlines.
• Prepare and process export documentation.
• Liaise with customers, airlines, and third-party service providers.

Skills

Experience in air export freight forwarding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Air Export Clerk to join a small, friendly freight forwarding business based in the Sunbury area. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit team and taking ownership of the full export process.

Role Overview

This is a start-to-finish position where you'll manage all aspects of air export consignments, including completing customs entries. You'll play a key role in ensuring shipments are processed accurately, efficiently, and in line with current regulations.

Key Responsibilities - Air Export Clerk

• Handle air export shipments from initial booking to final delivery
• Complete customs entries accurately and within deadlines
• Prepare and process export documentation, including AWBs, commercial invoices, and customs declarations
• Book shipments with airlines and coordinate collections and deliveries
• Liaise with customers, airlines, and third-party service providers
• Monitor and update customers on shipment statusEnsure all work is compliant with export legislation and company procedures
• Assist colleagues with general operational support as needed

Requirements - Air Export Clerk

• Experience in air export freight forwarding
• Proven ability to complete customs entries (knowledge of CDS/CHIEF is desirable)
• Strong understanding of export documentation and processes
• Confident using freight systems and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive, hands‑on team player

What’s on Offer - Air Export Clerk

• Competitive salary between £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
• Standard working hours of 09:00 - 17:30, Monday to Friday
• A supportive and stable working environment
• The chance to be a key part of a small but highly experienced team

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, feel valued, and work with a team that genuinely supports each other, we'd love to hear from you.