Customs Operations Clerk

Elite Recruitment Solutions; Slough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Slough is seeking a Customs/Operations Clerk for a permanent office-based position. The role involves ensuring compliance with import regulations and managing the customs clearance process for perishable goods. Strong Excel skills and exceptional communication abilities are essential for updating stakeholders and monitoring shipments. The role offers a salary up to £43,000 alongside generous benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and free parking.

Benefits

Generous holiday (5.6 weeks)

Contributory Pension Scheme

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, particularly in processing and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to manage customs clearance processes from start to finish.
• Experience communicating with stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with authorities and customers.
• Ensure compliance with Border Force regulations for perishable imports.
• Handle and control ETSF entries and import processes.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of Excel

Experience of dealing with perishable goods

Strong attention to detail

Proficiency in customs entries and ETSF protocol

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

Customs/ Operations Clerk

Permanent Position. Immediate Start. Salary up to £43,000. Nights. 4 x Shifts On - 4 x Shifts Off = 12 hour Shifts. 5.6 weeks holiday. Contributory Pension Scheme. Free Parking.

This is an Office Based Role.

Our Client is looking to take on a Customs/Operations Clerk to join their small but effective Team.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

• Communicate effectively with authorities, airlines, transport ops, and customers to ensure all stakeholders are updated throughout the process.
• Ensure compliance with all Border Force, Port Health, and APHA regulations for perishable imports.
• Handle and control ETSF entries, ensuring full Border Force compliance and facilitating all import controls.
• Liaise with Transport Operations to monitor shipments in transit and ensure timely management of the entire process.
• Manage the APHA application and the customs clearance process from start to finish.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Excellent working knowledge of Excel and other MS Office packages. Highly numerate and able to handle complex data and records with great accuracy.
• Experience of dealing with perishable goods.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in processing, using Excel worksheets and maintaining accurate records.
• Proficiency in Port/Plant Health applications, customs entries, ETSF protocol, and the new Border Procedures for EU imports.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral, with the confidence to chase shipment status, collaborate with transport teams, and report to customers.