Customs Entry Clerk Full Or Part Time

Reed; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Great Blakenham is seeking a Customs Clearance Coordinator. Responsibilities include processing customs declarations and ensuring compliance. This role offers full-time or part-time options with competitive salaries. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and strong attention to detail. Apply now to join this dynamic team!

Benefits

25 days of holidays + bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar customs role.
• Strong attention to detail and proactive problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and complete import/export entries using CDS.
• Navigate HMRC’s online tariffs and apply customs commodity codes.
• Handle entry declarations including home use and multi-item entries.
• Communicate with customs authorities and shipping agents.
• Raise T1 documents and manage transit procedures.
• Use Microsoft Office tools proficiently.

Skills

Customs processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Tools

CDS

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

CNS

Destin8

Job description

Overview

Customs Clearance Coordinator – Full-Time or Part-Time Great Blakenham | Permanent | Full-Time or Part-Time Options

Are you an experienced Customs professional looking for your next opportunity in a dynamic and supportive environment? We’re working with a well-established logistics business based in Great Blakenham that is seeking a Customs Clearance Coordinator to join their team. This role offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time options available.

About the Role

You’ll be part of a collaborative team responsible for managing a variety of customs declarations for key clients, ensuring prompt and compliant processing to maintain a high level of service.

Responsibilities

• Process and complete import/export entries using CDS for both European road freight and deep-sea ocean freight.
• Navigate HMRC’s online tariffs and apply customs commodity codes, procedures, and CDS requirements.
• Handle a wide range of entry declarations including home use, returned goods, temporary import/export, and multi-item entries.
• Work with CNS and Destin8 port systems (experience with Multifreight/Multished is a plus).
• Calculate and process customs duties and taxes.
• Communicate effectively with customs authorities, shipping agents, internal teams, and clients.
• Raise T1 documents and manage transit procedures.
• Create jobs and invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with AEO standards.
• Use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel proficiently.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar customs role – this is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Working Options

Full-Time:

• Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)
• Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 per annum
• Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays

Part-Time:

• Hours: Up to 16 hours per week, ideally over 3 days (e.g., 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM)
• Rate: £14 – £15 per hour
• Holidays: Pro-rata

Interviews

This company is ready to interview from next week! If you meet the criteria and are looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.