Customs Clearance Clerk

Sterling Cross Ltd; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de logistique bien établie recherche un Customs Clearance Clerk pour un contrat de 4 jours sur 4 jours à Folkestone. Vous aurez un rôle clé dans la gestion des formalités douanières, en travaillant directement avec les autorités et en garantissant la conformité de tous les documents. L'expérience en dédouanement et la connaissance des logiciels comme CNS et Destin8 sont essentielles.

Qualifications

• Minimum de 2 ans d'expérience en dédouanement (import/export) dans un environnement logistique.
• Connaissance approfondie des procédures douanières UK et classification des marchandises.
• Capacité à gérer plusieurs expéditions simultanément.

Responsibilities

• Préparer et traiter les déclarations douanières pour les importations, exportations et transits.
• Gérer divers types de procédures douanières et assurer des dédouanements conformes.
• Collaborer avec les équipes de fret, d'entreposage et de transport.

Skills

Knowledge of UK customs procedures

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

CNS

Destin8

Multifreight

Job description

Customs Clearance Clerk – 4 Days On / 4 Days Off (12:00–23:00)
Folkestone
Up to £35,000 (dependent on experience)
4 days on / 4 days off, 12:00 to 23:00
A well-established and growing freight forwarder is seeking an experienced Customs Clearance Clerk to join their dynamic team.Working a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern, this role offers a great work-life balance in a fast-paced logistics environment.You’ll play a vital part in the end-to-end management of customs formalities across imports, exports, and transit, supporting a wide range of international movements.
What you’ll be doing:
Preparing and processing customs entries for imports, exports, and transit declarations using CNS, Destin8, and Multifreight
Liaising with HMRC, port authorities, and internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant clearances
Managing a variety of procedures including Home Use, Temporary Admission, T1 transit, CFSP, Customs Warehousing, and Export Declarations
Classifying goods using the UK Global Tariff and ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete
Advising clients on customs requirements and assisting with queries or post-entry corrections
Keeping up to date with UK customs regulations and changes in legislation
Working collaboratively with freight, warehousing, and transport teams to meet tight deadlines
What you’ll bring to the role:
A minimum of 2 years’ customs clearance experience (import/export) within a freight forwarding or logistics environment
In-depth knowledge of UK customs procedures and commodity classification
Confident using CNS, Destin8, and ideally Multifreight
Excellent organisational and communication skills, especially under time pressure
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple shipments simultaneously
A proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Road freight or multimodal exposure is useful, though not essential
This shift-based opportunity suits someone looking for a role that provides real responsibility, autonomy, and a balanced rota in an expanding business.

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
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