Customs Specialist

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fine art shipping company is seeking an experienced Customs Specialist for their London office. The role involves preparing customs documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations, and advising clients on customs procedures. Candidates should possess proven experience in customs clearance, particularly within the fine art sector, and have strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in customs clearance, preferably in fine art or luxury goods.
• In-depth knowledge of international trade laws and customs regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process import and export customs documentation.
• Ensure compliance with international customs regulations.
• Coordinate with customs brokers and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with customs platforms

Knowledge of Incoterms

Tools

Customs and logistics platforms

Job description

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Customs Specialist, london (city of london)

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Client:

Alchemy Global Talent Solutions

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

At Alchemy, we are working alongside an international Fine Art Shipping company who are looking to bring on an experienced Customs Specialist to their London office.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply below!

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process import and export customs documentation for fine art shipments
• Ensure compliance with international customs regulations, tariffs, and licensing for artworks
• Coordinate with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and regulatory bodies to ensure timely clearances
• Classify artworks using appropriate HS codes and apply relevant duty exemptions
• Monitor and manage temporary import/export regimes.
• Advise internal teams and clients on customs procedures, documentation requirements, and restrictions
• Liaise with registrars, museums, galleries, and private collectors to gather accurate shipment information
• Track and resolve customs holds, inspections, or discrepancies to minimise shipment delays
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global trade regulations specific to art and cultural property
• Maintain detailed records for audits and internal reporting purposes
• Support the logistics team with documentation for multi-modal transport (air, sea, and road)
• Contribute to the development of customs compliance policies

Requirements:

• Proven experience in customs clearance, preferably within the fine art, luxury, or high-value goods sector
• In-depth knowledge of international trade laws, customs regulations, and tariff classifications
• Familiarity with cultural property export/import restrictions and CITES documentation.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with customs and logistics platforms
• Knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping practices