Customs Specialist

ALS Recruiting Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Recruiting Ltd is seeking an experienced Customs Clerk in Birmingham to manage Ocean Freight Customs Clearance from start to finish. This role includes processing customs declarations, ensuring compliance with HMRC, and managing documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in freight forwarding, understanding of customs procedures, and attention to detail. The position offers a hybrid working model - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Customs Clerk in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Proficiency with customs systems such as CDS and Cargowise would be a bonus.
• Understanding of commodity codes, duties, VAT, and trade agreements.

Responsibilities

• Process import and export customs declarations for Sea freight.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and customs requirements.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, and government agencies.
• Manage customs documentation and duty/VAT calculations.
• Stay up to date with CDS, CHIEF, and industry regulations.
• Provide customer updates and resolve customs-related queries.

Skills

Customs regulations compliance

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Tools

CDS

Cargowise

Job description

• Hybrid working model - 3 days in office, 2 days WFH

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Customs Clerk to join our industry leading client in the Staffordshire area.

This role involves handling predominantly Ocean Freight Customs Clearance from Start to Finish, however experience on Air & Road Freight Customs will also be beneficial. The ideal candidate will ensure all shipments comply with UK and international customs regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process import and export customs declarations for Sea freight.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and customs requirements.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, carriers, and government agencies.
• Manage customs documentation and duty/VAT calculations.
• Stay up to date with CDS, CHIEF, and industry regulations.
• Provide customer updates and resolve customs-related queries.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as a Customs Clerk in freight forwarding or logistics.
• Proficiency with customs systems such as CDS and Cargowise would be a bonus.
• Understanding of commodity codes, duties, VAT, and trade agreements.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.