Customs Clerk

ALS Recruiting Solutions; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Luton is seeking a skilled Customs Clerk to manage Road Freight Customs Clearance processes. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with international laws, handle customs declarations, and liaise with various stakeholders. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary reflecting the candidate's experience and expertise in customs regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Customs Clerk in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Understanding of commodity codes, duties, VAT, and trade agreements.
• UK experience required; overseas experience will be ruled out.

Responsibilities

• Process import and export customs declarations for Road freight.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and customs requirements.
• Manage customs documentation and duty/VAT calculations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Road freight

Tools

CDS

Destin8

Descartes

Job description

Role: Customs Clerk

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire

Salary: 30,000 - 35,000

Shift: Mon - Fri (Hybrid Working)

On the lookout for an experienced Customs Clerk to join our industry leading client in Luton. This role involves handling Road Freight Customs Clearance from start to finish. The ideal candidate will ensure all shipments comply with UK and international customs regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process import and export customs declarations for Road freight.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and customs requirements.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, and government agencies.
• Manage customs documentation and duty/VAT calculations.
• Provide customer updates and resolve customs-related queries.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as a Customs Clerk in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of Road freight
• Proficiency with customs systems, in particular CDS, Destin8, Descartes
• Understanding of commodity codes, duties, VAT, and trade agreements.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Only apply if you have the relevant experience for this role!

UK experience required - overseas experience will be ruled out!