Customs Administrator

Confidential; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call weekend overtime £200

Job summary

Amour Recruitment is seeking confident individuals to join our Portsmouth client as Customs Clearance Clerks. You will handle GB border pre-notifications and import/export declarations, with a focus on accuracy and professional customer communication.

The role requires good IT and Excel skills, a proactive, detail‑oriented mindset, and the ability to work under pressure. Training provided; rotating shifts Mon-Fri and on-call weekends with overtime.

Qualifications

• Excellent IT skills and confidence using computer systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• A confident, outgoing personality with excellent communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Someone who is comfortable working under pressure and dealing with customers professionally.

Responsibilities

• Completing GB Border pre-notifications.
• Preparing and processing import and export customs declarations.
• Calculating and processing HMRC duties and tariffs.
• Issuing proforma invoices.
• Communicating with customers and advising them on customs requirements.
• Submitting declarations to HMRC and ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Excel

Excellent communication skills

Proactive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Amour Recruitment is looking for confident individuals to join our well-established client in Portsmouth as Customs Clearance Clerks.

We're looking for people with excellent IT skills, a confident personality, and the ability to communicate professionally with customers. If you're a quick learner, comfortable using computer systems, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Duties include:

• Completing GB Border pre-notifications.
• Preparing and processing import and export customs declarations.
• Calculating and processing HMRC duties and tariffs.
• Issuing proforma invoices.
• Communicating with customers and advising them on customs requirements.
• Submitting declarations to HMRC and ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant.

Personal requirements:

• Excellent IT skills and confidence using computer systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• A confident, outgoing personality with excellent communication skills.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Someone who is comfortable working under pressure and dealing with customers professionally.

Hours: Monday to Friday, working on a rotating three-week shift pattern:

• Week 1: 05 30
• Week 2: 06 00
• Week 3: 10 30

Following successful completion of training, you will join a remote on-call rota, working one weekend in every four. You will take a mobile phone and laptop home to manage any emergencies or customs-related issues. You'll receive a £200 overtime payment for every on-call weekend, regardless of the hours worked.

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 (depending on relevant work experience)