Customs Manager

White Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Customs Manager to join their team in Colnbrook. The role involves leading a customs team and ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations for inbound shipments. Ideal candidates will have proven courier import experience and strong leadership capabilities. This position offers a salary of around £50k, along with generous holidays and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Salary – Circa £50k

25 Days + Bank Holidays

Bonus

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in customs management.
• Strong understanding of customs legislation.
• Proven ability to manage key accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the import & customs team.
• Oversee customs clearance processes to ensure compliance.
• Stay updated on customs legislation.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Proven courier import experience

Knowledge of HMRC customs clearance procedures

Low value bulk clearance experience

Proficient in Descartes

Proficient in ASM

Proficient in using CDS and CNS System

Job description

Customs Manager – Colnbrook – Circa £50k

We are seeking an experienced Customs Manager to join our dynamic team in Colnbrook. This permanent, full‑time role is ideal for someone with strong leadership skills, proven courier import experience, and a deep understanding of HMRC customs clearance procedures. As a Customs Manager, you will lead a small team, ensure accurate and timely customs clearance for inbound shipments, and maintain full compliance with all relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the import & customs team
• Oversee all customs clearance processes and ensure HMRC compliance
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of customs legislation and procedures
• Manage key accounts

Requirements

• Previous Courier Import experience
• Low value bulk clearance experience
• ETSF Procedures
• Proficient in Descartes & ASM
• Proficient in using CDS and CNS System

Benefits

• Salary – Circa £50k
• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Bonus
• Supportive and collaborative team environment