Headford Group Hiring for Customs Clearance Clerk Job at Liverpool, England Full Time

Headford are delighted to be working with our exclusive client to find the perfect candidates for their upcoming roles.

Please note there is also a Customs Brokerage Supervisor role with this same company.

Job Purpose:

The main purpose of the role is to maintain customs formalities and complete customs entries. We are looking to build a team of both qualified and trainee customs clearance clerks.

Key responsibilities and duties:

• Involved in the day to day customs clearance activities

• Preparation of customs entries to ensure all regulatory and compliance requirements are met

• Preparation of other trade documentation and forms required for certain products by authorities such as DEFTA and Forestry Commission.

• Liaising with importers/exporters and others to obtain mandatory information for import and export entries

• Enter data onto specialist customs software

• Deal with all queries quickly and efficiently relating to customs procedures, tariff classifications, duty rates and any other documentation requirements

• Keep up to date with changes in regulations, laws and customs procedures

• Liaise with Port Health and Customs officials on document checks

Key skills:

• Previous customs clearance experience required

• Interest of the Haulage and customs clearance industry

• Willing to learn the import/export process

• Experience of using customs software preferable

• Excellent administration skills

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and a methodical approach

• Strong communication skills essential both written and verbal

• Positive ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to learn

• Ability to solve problems and work under pressure

• Ability to interpret the legal requirements to members and customers in an easy to understand way

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent numerical skills

• Self-motivated and ability to organise your own work effectively