Customs Admin Clerk
Immediate start!
Location: Basingstoke
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.36 to £13.78 per hour
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Shift Pattern: Day shift, 4 on 4 off
Working Hours: 12PM – 12AM (12-hour shifts)
Breaks: 1-hour break plus additional downtime during the shift
My client is seeking a hard-working Customs Admin Clerk to join their team, responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our customers' supply chains by completing customs steps efficiently.
You will be part of a dynamic freight department experiencing strong growth, offering an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment during a significant period of change in UK and EU trade relations.
Day to Day of the role:
- Collate information and update business systems in a timely manner.
- Liaise with external partners, including Border Control Posts and Government Agencies, as required.
- Complete customs entries on company systems.
- Investigate and resolve customs queries promptly.
- Prepare necessary documentation such as Packing lists and Commercial Invoices.
- Respond to exceptions and alerts, providing progress and information status updates.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring they are kept informed and updated.
- Maintain effective communication within the customs Admin team and contribute to a collaborative working environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Inquisitive nature with a strong IT skill set and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Team player with a self-driven approach to personal development.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Flexible approach to daily tasks and workload.
- Highly organised, capable of prioritising, and working under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Experience in the freight industry (import/export) is desirable, particularly with international road freight.
- Knowledge of customs processes and procedures is advantageous.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work in a multi-functional department during a period of growth.
- Training and development opportunities in the freight and customs industry.
- A supportive team environment that values hard work and self-motivation.
To apply for the Customs Admin Clerk position, please apply below or contact Hannah in the Reed Basingstoke office.