Import Customs Clerk

Position: Import Customs Clerk
Location: Witham
Work Hours: Monday to Friday (09:00-17:30)
Salary: Up to £30,000 (DEO)

We are recruiting for one of the UK’s leading logistics and freight companies that operate worldwide and offer a full range of services in the UK, across Europe and internationally across all trade routes.

We seek an experienced Import Customs Clerk to complement their existing team.

Key Responsibilities for Import Customs Clerk:

• Create job files, and accurately enter data into customs software to submit entries promptly
• Entering details onto specialised Customs software including CDS, CNS, Destin8, CTS, NES etc
• Track and monitor declaration status.
• Processing refunds via HMRC
• Liaising with importers & (sometimes) exporters and internal operational colleagues to obtain mandatory information for import entries.
• Allocating the correct licences depending on type of goods being imported.
• Inform customers on import restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements and all other Customs related matters
• Signing/completion of customs documents under a Power of Attorney, on behalf of clients
• Calculate and process taxes and duties to be paid by buyers of goods.
• Be fully conversant with import Customs regulations, whilst keeping up to date with changes as they occur.
• Liaise with Port Health, Border Force of HMRC officials in areas such as document checks, goods quarantine etc.
• Arrange the release of goods from Customs-approved sites (ETSF locations) and/or port of arrival with liaison with internal colleagues on release, transport & warehousing issues

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in an import customs role
• A clear understanding of customs procedures
• Experience of CDS, Descartes, Destin8 / CNS
• Trade tariff knowledge
• Knowledge of HMRC compliance and regulations
• Self-motivating with the ability to organise your workload effectively
• Work in a fast-paced environment ensuring clearance processes are completed in a complaint and timely manner.
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook

Benefits:

• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Salary up to £30,000 (DEO)
• Company pension
• Pay day treats
• Onsite parking
• Continuous development with opportunities for progression in a growing company
• Cycle to work scheme
• Extensive learning opportunities
• Employee Engagement Forum

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