Customs Specialist

White Recruitment Construction; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Customs Coordinator to oversee customs clearance procedures in Birmingham. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment where you will ensure compliance with import regulations across sea, air, and road freight operations. You will be pivotal in maintaining accurate documentation and liaising with various stakeholders to resolve customs-related issues. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for hybrid working, this role is perfect for someone looking to thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Benefits

21 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Hybrid working options

Performance-based bonus

New customer bonus

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in customs coordination or clerk role.
• Strong knowledge of EU import regulations and customs documentation.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customs authorities and carriers for timely customs clearance.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with EU regulations.

Skills

Customs Coordination

EU Import Regulations

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Customs Clearance Software

Job description

Customs Specialist – Birmingham – Up to £32,000

Join a well-established and reputable UK-based multimodal logistics specialist as a Customs Coordinator, overseeing sea, air, and road freight operations from start to finish. This full-time, permanent position is based at our Birmingham office.

Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £32,000 (dependent on experience)

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 21 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (increasing by 1 day each year of service)
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid working options
• Performance-based bonus
• New customer bonus

The Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Customs Coordinator to manage and facilitate customs clearance procedures. This vital role ensures compliance with all import regulations while supporting smooth and efficient operations across all transport modes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with customs authorities, carriers, and internal teams to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all import documentation complies with EU regulations.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in customs laws and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates and resolve customs-related issues.
• Work closely with the logistics team to optimize import processes and identify cost-saving opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a customs coordination or customs clerk role.
• Strong knowledge of EU import regulations and customs documentation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to compliance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in customs clearance software and systems.

WR Logistics are the #1 recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit UK wide for permanent and contract jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.