Customs Clearance Specialist — Exciting UK Freight Role

Confidential; Totton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Enhanced benefits package

Job summary

Confidential, a UK-based freight forwarding business, seeks two Customs Clearance Coordinators in Totton/Southampton to manage CDS declarations and secure compliant, timely movement of international shipments. A strong knowledge of UK import/export procedures and attention to detail are essential.

The role offers a supportive team and potential progression within the business. Salary up to £34,000 with bonus potential and enhanced benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in customs clearance roles within UK freight forwarding.
• Experience completing customs declarations using CDS.
• Strong understanding of UK import/export procedures and documentation.
• Good attention to detail and ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.
• Proactive, organised approach with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and processing import and export customs declarations via CDS.
• Ensuring entries are accurate and compliant with HMRC regulations.
• Managing customs documentation and checking shipment information for accuracy.
• Liaising with clients, hauliers, shipping lines, carriers and overseas agents.
• Resolving customs queries, delays and clearance issues.
• Supporting the wider operations team to ensure shipments move efficiently.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance throughout the clearance process.

Skills

CDS usage

Customs clearance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organised

Tools

CDS

Job description

Confidential, a UK-based freight forwarding business, seeks two Customs Clearance Coordinators in Totton/Southampton to manage CDS declarations and secure compliant, timely movement of international shipments. A strong knowledge of UK import/export procedures and attention to detail are essential.

The role offers a supportive team and potential progression within the business. Salary up to £34,000 with bonus potential and enhanced benefits.