Import Clerk

83zero; Stafford; On-site; GBP 26,077; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation in Stafford seeks a Customs Administrator to ensure compliance with HMRC regulations. The ideal candidate will manage import documentation and provide customs clearance instructions. The role requires attention to detail and is suited for those with experience in fast-paced logistics. This is a full-time position with a competitive hourly rate of £18.93.

Qualifications

• Experience in customs clearance instructions.
• Knowledge of HMRC regulations and compliance procedures.
• Experience in import/export operations and familiarity with Incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Provide customs clearance instructions to brokers.
• Ensure all imports are cleared compliance with regulations.
• Manage import documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Calculate customs duties and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Excellent organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Team player

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Customs Administrator

Location: Onsite – Stafford

Hourly Rate: £18.93

Job Type: 12 month contract assignment - likely to extend

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 08:00-16:30 / Friday 08:00-13:00

We are recruiting for a Customs Administrator to join a leading manufacturing organisation at their engine facility in Stafford. This role supports the international movement of goods, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and internal procedures.

Base pay range

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About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Customs Administrator to join a leading manufacturing organisation at their engine facility in Stafford. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to support the international movement of goods, ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations and internal company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately provide customs clearance instructions to brokers within strict UK regulatory timelines
• Ensure all imports are cleared compliantly and in line with HMRC and company procedures
• Manage and check import documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve queries and discrepancies
• Calculate customs duties and identify opportunities for duty savings
• Maintain accurate and auditable records for HMRC inspections
• Monitor compliance metrics and escalate issues when necessary
• Coordinate classification requests and contribute to process improvements
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Self-motivated, reliable, and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Confident communicator (written and verbal)
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (e.g., pivot tables, basic formulas, formatting)
• Experience in large or multinational organisations
• Previous experience in import/export operations
• Familiarity with Incoterms and CDS (Customs Declaration Service)

Ready to Apply?

If you have a keen eye for detail and experience working in a fast-paced logistics or customs environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative, Manufacturing, and Engineering

Industries

• Wholesale Import and Export, Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

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