Customs Clerk

Right Now Group; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Aylesbury seeks a Customs Clearance Clerk to ensure compliance with HMRC and Border Force regulations. The role involves tracking shipments, resolving customs issues, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to provide excellent service. You will play a pivotal role in developing customs clearance processes to enhance business efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of customs formalities and legislation for imports/exports.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Excellent critical thinking and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate filing and archiving of all import/export records.
• Perform quarterly internal audits on compliance and procedures.
• Proactively address HMRC and Border Force queries.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Job description

Right Now Group is working with a Freight Forwarder based in Aylesbury, assisting with their search for a Customs Clearance Clerk.

The Customs Clearance Clerk will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with HMRC and Border Force regulations. Over time, you will play a key role in developing this area of the business, providing exceptional service to both customers and internal stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include all aspects of the import and export process, such as tracking shipments, handling Border Force or Trading Standards holds, and resolving customs system issues.

Responsibilities of a Customs Clearance Clerk:

• Maintain accurate filing and archiving of all import and export records.
• Perform quarterly internal audits on compliance, import/export entries, ETSF procedures, CFSP, and AEO audits.
• Ensure full compliance with all HMRC and Border Force regulations in operating an ETSF.
• Ensure full compliance with documentation requirements and stay updated on HMRC/Border Force regulations, whether system-based or manual.
• Proactively address HMRC/Border Force queries and issues, such as CDS errors.
• Conduct warehouse and duty management system analysis.

Requirements for a Customs Clearance Team Leader:

• Strong working knowledge of customs formalities and legislation for both imports and exports, with a solid understanding of CFSP and ETSF procedures.
• The Customs Clearance Coordinator should build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers, demonstrating excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong written communication skills, along with the ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to organize and lead a team effectively while being attentive to others' needs.
• Must be decisive and capable of making critical decisions under pressure.
• Knowledge of customs procedures and regulations is desirable.
• Familiarity with NCTS or CDS would be advantageous but is not essential.

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Aylesbury

Shift: Mon-Fri (09:00 - 17:00)

Please allow 48 hours for one of our agents to review incoming CVs; they will get back to you as soon as possible.