Import Customs Clearance Specialist – 33 Days Holiday

HR GO Group; Dover; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days' holiday per annum (inclusive)

Free parking

Life assurance (4x salary) after prob.

Job summary

HR GO Group in Dover is seeking an import customs clearance specialist to ensure accurate, timely clearance of inbound shipments. You will handle end-to-end clearances, calculate duties and VAT, and prepare documentation for compliant clearance.

The role involves liaising with customers, carriers and HMRC, keeping up to date with UK regulations, and occasional out-of-hours support for urgent movements. A strong IT skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end import customs clearance is essential.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Comfort with liaising with customers, carriers and HMRC.
• Good IT skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end import customs clearances accurately and efficiently.
• Calculate import duty and VAT with precision.
• Prepare, check and issue import documentation for compliant clearance.
• Manage Road Freight import entries; assist with Air/Sea imports as needed.
• Liaise with customers, carriers, freight partners and HMRC to resolve issues.
• Support internal teams with import clearance updates.
• Keep up to date with UK import regulations and procedures.
• Provide occasional out-of-hours support for urgent imports.

Skills

Import clearance experience

Strong communication

Customer service

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR GO Group in Dover is seeking an import customs clearance specialist to ensure accurate, timely clearance of inbound shipments. You will handle end-to-end clearances, calculate duties and VAT, and prepare documentation for compliant clearance.

The role involves liaising with customers, carriers and HMRC, keeping up to date with UK regulations, and occasional out-of-hours support for urgent movements. A strong IT skills and attention to detail are essential.