Customs Documentation Clerk (Imports)

Premier Work Support; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support service company based in Basildon is seeking a Customs Documentation Clerk for a full-time, permanent role. You will be responsible for completing customs declarations, managing compliance with import/export processes, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have experience with HMRC customs declarations and excellent attention to detail. This position offers a structured workweek from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customs documentation and compliance.
• Familiarity with customs clearance processes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Complete customs declarations for air, sea, and road shipments.
• Manage and maintain documentation managed.
• Handle customer enquiries and provide accurate advice.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Experience with HMRC customs declarations

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Experience with Destin8, Descartes, and CNS Systems

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25.08.2025

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09.10.2025

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Job Description:

Premier Work Support is seeking a Customs Documentation Clerk (Imports) for a full-time, permanent position in Basildon, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. The role involves completing customs declarations and ensuring compliance with import/export clearance processes. The candidate will also provide administrative support to the Customs Clearing/Multimodal Team.

Duties:

* Completing customs clearing and entries for air, sea, and road freight shipments.
* Managing and maintaining documentation.
* Handling customer enquiries and providing accurate advice.
* Communicating with external organisations (e.g., HMRC, Port Authorities).
* Obtaining Bill of Ladings and Tariff Headings.
* Calculating Duty/VAT costs.
* Processing import/export declarations.
* Handling general enquiries related to customs procedures and documentation.
* Keeping up to date with regulations and customs procedures.
* Preparing a list of jobs for the day.
* Cross-training to cover other departments if needed.

Skills Required:

* Experience in a similar role.
* Experience with HMRC customs declarations (Imports and Exports).
* Attention to detail for compliance and HMRC audits.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Experience with Destin8, Descartes, and CNS Systems is preferable.

Additional Knowledge/Experience (Advantageous):

* IP (Inward Processing), Alcohol Import, RGR (Returned Goods Relief), TA (Temporary Admission), Import into Bond, Multi-liner Excel upload clearances, SFD (Simplified Frontier Declaration), Imports of POA (Products of Animal Origin), ABP (Animal By-Products), and Import of Plants and Plant Products.
* Understanding of BTOM (Border Target Operating Model) risk groups.
* Understanding of the TCA (Trade & Cooperation Agreement) between the UK & EU.
* Experience completing customs amendments (C2001 and C285).
* Knowledge of calculating Port Charges.
* Experience dealing with queries from IBF (Inland Border Facility).

As a Regulated Agent of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), a full application form and Criminal Record Check (CRC/DBS) are required if successful.