Customs Clearance Operator

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Operator to join their logistics team in Liverpool. This role involves managing customs clearances, preparing documentation, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the logistics sector, particularly in customs operations, and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. Join a leading employee-owned logistics company that values growth and offers a supportive work environment, along with attractive benefits including generous holiday allowances and a company bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Friends and family referral bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday off

Long service sabbatical

Company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Customs Operator or similar role in logistics.
• In-depth knowledge of customs regulations and import/export procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage customs clearance processes for imports and exports.
• Ensure accurate preparation of customs documentation and declarations.
• Communicate with customs authorities to resolve issues.

Skills

Customs regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Freight forwarding knowledge

Job description

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Position: Customs Operator
Location: Liverpool
Industry: freight forwarding/logistics
Salary: £28,000 – £33,000

The Company

We are proud to be supporting the largest employee-owned logistics company in the world with their recruitment. Due to continued growth, we are now hiring an experienced customs clearance operator to join a specialist team based in Liverpool.

Customs Operator role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Customs Operator to join our logistics team. The Customs Operator will be responsible for handling custom clearances, documentation, and declarations for imports and exports. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of freight forwarding processes, including sea and air freight operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage customs clearance processes for imports and exports
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of customs documentation and declarations
• Communicate effectively with customs authorities to resolve any issues or discrepancies
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline customs operations
• Stay updated on customs regulations and compliance requirements
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues on customs-related matters
• Monitor the systems and process throughout the department & inform Customs Supervisor of any ideas for change
• Ensure all entries, imports and exports, are done within a timely manner – 24 hours of receipt of documents for imports and before the container has loaded for exports
• Report any issues to the Customs Supervisor if they cannot be dealt with by yourself or will take an extended amount of time to complete
• Ensure procedures are followed at all times
• Make sure company standards are followed, and the customer experience is a positive one.

Experience required:

• Proven experience as a Customs Operator, Customs Clerk, or a similar role in the logistics industry
• In-depth knowledge of customs regulations, import/export procedures, and freight forwarding
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling customs documentation
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Friends and family referral bonus
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Birthday off
• Long service sabbatical
• Company bonus scheme.

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