Customs Coordinator

WR Logistics; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,600 - 37,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-month contract

Potential for extension

Competitive salary

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking a Customs Coordinator on a 12-month maternity cover to support a fast-moving operations environment in the UK.

You will prepare and submit import and export declarations, ensure HMRC compliance, and liaise with clients, hauliers and internal teams to coordinate shipments, while using CDS and other customs platforms.

Qualifications

• Previous Customs Coordinator/Clerk experience required
• Strong knowledge of UK customs procedures (imports & exports)
• Experience using CDS / customs systems
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit customs declarations (imports & exports)
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and international trade requirements
• Liaise with clients, hauliers, and internal teams to coordinate shipments
• Handle documentation checks and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor shipments and respond to customs-related queries
• Work with CDS and other customs platforms

Skills

Import/export procedures

CDS platform

UK customs regulations

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team liaison

Tools

CDS system

Job description

Customs Coordinator (12-Month Maternity Cover) Location: RG24 8AG Up to £34,000 DOE

A well-established and growing logistics business is seeking a Customs Coordinator to join their team on a 12-month maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth movement of goods across international borders.

You’ll be working as part of an experienced customs team, handling a variety of import and export entries while ensuring full compliance with UK customs regulations.

The Role

• Prepare and submit customs declarations (imports & exports)
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and international trade requirements
• Liaise with clients, hauliers, and internal teams to coordinate shipments
• Handle documentation checks and resolve any discrepancies
• Monitor shipments and respond to any customs-related queries
• Work with systems such as CDS and other customs platforms

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Customs Coordinator / Customs Clerk role
• Strong understanding of UK customs procedures (imports & exports)
• Experience using CDS / customs systems
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £34,000
• Supportive and experienced team environment
• Opportunity to gain further exposure within a busy logistics operation
• Stable 12-month contract with potential for extension