Job Title: Junior Customs Co-ordinator
Location: Wimbledon (with occasional travel to North London)
Salary: Up to £30,000
Work Type: Hybrid (1 day from home, potentially increasing to 2 as the team expands)
About the Company:
Join a market-leading, luxury fine art logistics company renowned for its precision, professionalism, and prestige. Our client specializes in the bespoke handling, storage, and international movement of high-value artworks and collectibles for galleries, museums, private collectors, and exhibitions worldwide.
This is not your standard logistics role-this is an opportunity to work in a niche sector where discretion, attention to detail, and excellence are everything. If you're looking to elevate your customs career within a unique, high-end environment, this could be your perfect next move.
The Role:
As a Junior Customs Co-ordinator, you'll play a critical role in the smooth and compliant movement of fine art across international borders. You'll work alongside a passionate, expert team, ensuring that all customs processes are handled with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and submit customs declarations for imports and exports using Descartes software
- Prepare and process T1 transit documents in line with HMRC regulations
- Support international shipments with a focus on compliance, timing, and security
- Liaise with internal departments and external partners to facilitate cross-border art movements
- Maintain up-to-date records for audits and regulatory requirements
- Provide support for customs procedures including Temporary Admission (TA) and Customs Bond entries
- Occasionally travel to other London-based locations to support operations
What We're Looking For:
- 1-2 years of experience in a customs or international logistics role
- Proficiency with Descartes or similar customs software
- Experience with T1 documents, imports, and exports
- Knowledge of Temporary Admission and Customs Bond procedures is highly desirable
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high standards
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Interest in art logistics is a plus-but curiosity and a willingness to learn are even better
Why Join?
- Be part of a high-end logistics company trusted by the world's top galleries and collectors
- Gain valuable experience in a specialist industry with unique customs challenges
- Work in a supportive, tight-knit team with clear growth opportunities
- Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model
- Take pride in handling some of the most valuable and iconic artworks in the world