Import Customs Clerk

A client of ours in the Basildon area are recruiting an Import Customs Clerk to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm and paying -28,000 - -30,000 per annum depending on experience.

Key Duties include but are not limited to:

• Completing day-to-day Customs Clearing and entries for all air, sea and road freight shipments, including EADs & T1s.
• Maintain Data input accuracy.
• Deal with customer enquiries providing accurate advice and estimates when required.
• Communicate with external organisations e.g. HMRC, Port Authorities, Shipping Lines, Hauliers etc.
• Obtain necessary Bill of Ladings and correct Tariff Headings. Obtain payments from customers in line with company policy.
• Calculating Duty / VAT cost for each consignment
• Processing Import/Export declarations
• Dealing with general enquiries from importers / exporters, Internal & external sources concerning all areas, relating to Customs Procedures, Tariff Classifications, Duty Rates and any other documentation requirements
• Keeping up to date with changes in regulations, laws and customs procedures
• Work with different departments in multiple locations to prepare a complete list of Jobs

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Import Customs Clerk position:

• Minimum 2 years Customs experience essential within the Logistics distribution and supply chain industry
• Experience with HMRC customs declarations
• Experience of dealing with T1''s, POA, EAD, Transit documents
• Attention to detail is extremely important to ensure the business is compliant and passes HMRC audits, including risk identification and mitigation
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience of checking and processing all relevant documentation for the shipments
• Understanding of different customs procedures
• Experience of Destin8, Descarte & CNS Systems

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Import Customs Clerk position, please apply with your CV and contact Abi at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #officejobs