Customs Administrator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime payments (£200 per on-call on

Job summary

Amour Recruitment is seeking Customs Clearance Clerks in Portsmouth to support a well-established client. You will complete GB border pre-notifications, prepare/import and export declarations, and advise customers on customs requirements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The role requires strong IT skills, Excel proficiency, and a confident, professional communication style. You will work Monday–Friday with shift patterns, and there is an on-call remote rota after training.

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.
• 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

IT skills

Excel

Communication

Proactivity

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Customer service under pressure

Tools

Excel

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

• 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: 05:00 – 13:30
• Week 2: 06:30 – 15:00
• Week 3: 10:00 – 18:30

Benefits

• You will receive a £200 overtime payment for every on-call weekend, regardless of the hours worked.
• 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.

Salary

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