Air Import Customs Clerk

Red Recruits; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Air Import Customs Clerk in Greater Manchester. The role involves liaising with customers and authorities, handling customs documentation, and ensuring compliance with HMRC legislation. Candidates should have strong IT skills and extensive knowledge of customs processes.

Benefits

Referral fee for candidates placed

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Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in Air Import Customs Clearance.
• Good knowledge of CHIEF, CNS, and Destin8.
• Good understanding of Incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all documents for customs purposes are accurate.
• Submit customs entries in line with HMRC legislation.
• Respond to queries and handle customs amendments.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Systems skills

Relationship building

Tools

Excel

ASM Sequoia

NET Freight

Descartes

Job description

On a daily basis, you will be liaising with customers via email and telephone, as well as communicating with customs and port authorities.

Key responsibilities of the Air Import Customs Clerk:

• Ensure all documents received for customs purposes are accurate.
• Submit customs entries using ASM Sequoia in line with HMRC legislation.
• Respond promptly to queries, replying to all emails within 24 hours.
• Handle customs amendments and reclaims.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years' experience in Air Import Customs Clearance and good knowledge of CHIEF, CNS, and Destin8.

Strong IT and systems skills, especially with Excel, are essential.

We are looking for candidates who can build and maintain excellent working relationships both internally and externally.

Experience required:

• Good understanding of Incoterms.
• Experience working with various operating systems.
• Understanding of different customs processes such as IP, returned goods, and home use.
• Good knowledge of customs procedures, primarily the HMRC tariff, CPCs, and preferences.
• Experience with NET Freight and Descartes systems.

Contact us today at [e-mail] or call 01376 503567.

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