Import Clerk

Kevin Theobald Recruitment Agency; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic Import Operations Consultant for an office-based role in Guildford. Candidates should possess experience in managing import jobs, advising clients on customs requirements, and coordinating with authorities. The position offers a salary range of £25,500 to £34,000, with a focus on air, sea, and road freight operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and capable of working under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience in air, road, and sea freight operations.
• Knowledge of general import and customs requirements.
• Ability to manage import jobs from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Manage import jobs from start to finish.
• Advise clients on required documentation and procedures.
• Coordinate with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Handle customs clearance and costings.
• Take calls and prepare job quotations.

Skills

Strong communication and client liaison skills

Organised and detail-oriented

Full, clean UK driving licence

Quick to adapt and problem-solve

Positive team player with a willingness to learn

Calmness in pressurising situations

Tools

Sequoia software for customs processing

Job description

A unique opportunity has opened up at our clients located near to Gatwick, they are looking for an enthusiastic Import Operations Consultant. the role is ideal for someone looking to extend knowledge in an ever growing field—starting with live animal imports via road, with progression into general freight handling.

Our client would look at experienced staff £30-34

Also more Junior - £25.5-27

This is a office based role, no remote and ideally experience in Air, Sea and Road some Exports but mainly imports

Hours Mon - Fri 9-6pm ( after probation hours can be 8-5pm)

Weekends 1in 3 ( post probation, working remotely and with additional pay)

Must pass a DBS check

Duties Include

• Managing import jobs from start to finish
• Advising clients on required documentation and procedures
• Coordinating with local authorities and regulatory bodies
• Handling customs clearance and costings
• Taking calls and preparing job quotations

Key Skills

• Strong communication and client liaison skills
• Organised and detail-oriented
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Quick to adapt and problem-solve
• Positive team player with a willingness to learn
• Calmness in pressurising situations

Experience

• Air, Road and sea experience, exports an advantage
• General import and customs requirements knowledge essential
• Sequoia software for customs proce...