Customs Clerk

Our client is recruiting for the role of Customs Clearance Clerk, overseeing all International Import, Export & UK Domestic Inbound & Outbound transport movements for their Depots. The role will include ETSF (Customs) Clearance.

The applicant must have good financial awareness, organised and punctual, good knowledge of the road freight industry and previous experience in vehicle slot management and Gatehouse booking in procedures.

They are looking for a person who can add extra quality to their already highly skilled planning team and be able come up with alternative solutions to challenges and problems whilst at the same time work under pressure.

Main purpose of Job:

The Customs Clearance Clerk will oversee all inbound and outbound vehicle movements in line with a pre-advised Slot Management Schedule. They will also be required to co-ordinate the customs clearance between the Customer and internal company operations. This will involve the use of IT to interface with HMRC systems and monitor the clearance status of shipments.

They will provide release notifications to enable cargo to be delivered either outbound on Export or for Import Delivery. They will ensure all HMRC documents are prepared correctly and that the depots receive clear instruction on cargo when it is released.

• Co-ordinate with Market/ Warehouse re final loaded cargo status.


• Production of customs transit documents with correct destinations


• Driver despatch of all paperwork incl. CMRs T-forms


• Notification for shipping line of Safety and Security Declaration


• Manage T-form discharge process for ICC


• Send Pre Advice to overseas partner (outside of normal office hours)


• Maintaining records of clearance, being organised and accurate with all systems are essential requirements.

Key Requirements:

• Excellent IT skills


• Experience in the Logistics Industry


• Good communication skills with colleagues and external customers


• Preferably some knowledge of Customs processes or systems


• Ensure legislative compliance in all areas.

What they can offer you:

• A role in a successful, dynamic company


• Be a part of a strong team of performance driven colleagues


• Competitive salary


• Great future career prospects for advancement


• A professional working environment

Hours of work are either one of the following:

Monday - Friday - 4pm - Midnight