Customs Entry Clerk

Customs Admin Clerk

Location: Basingstoke
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.78 per hour
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Shift Pattern: Night shift, 4 on 4 off
Working Hours: 8 PM – 8 AM
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.