Customs Agent

My client is a leader in the international transportation industry and are looking for a Customs Brokerage Agent to join their team. They pride themselves on the development of their staff and offer an inclusive and supportive environment where you can see a clear career path to work towards.

You will ideally have some customs or freight forwarding knowledge, but we are open to training into this department for the right person.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure accurate and timely client billing.
• Understand all the elements of the import and export customs DLSOP
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry into the operating system.
• Transpose customs declaration information from documents, or other sources into the customs entry system to allow for the build of a valid customs declaration.
• Assist with verification of customs declaration information and the submission of such to the customs authority.
• Track and trace Customs files.
• Interact with customs authorities to address any issues/questions arising during the clearing process.
• Attend any customs inspections or present documents to customs authorities when such are requested.
• Ensure timely customs clearance of cargo to customer for Import and Export shipments.
• Verify documents received for Import and Export customs purposes are compliant and correct.
• Interact with our customers in arranging their international shipments, meeting customer service standards.
• Contribute to maintain strong relationships with customs officers.
• Ensure compliance at all times to regulations.

Requirements:

• 6 months + within a freight forwarding business
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Great communication skills
• IT literate - Word, excel
• Good attitude
• Fluent in English written and spoken
• Must be able to attend an office in person full time.

Excellent benefits:

·Private Medical Insurance

·Pensions scheme

·Life assurance

·Stock purchase plan

·Increased annual leave with length of service

This role is based in Bristol near Severn Beach. The ideal core working hours are 9am-5:30pm but there is a small amount of flexibility with this. The Salary is dependent on skills & experience and ranges between £24, 000 - £27,000. If you are interested in more information please apply today with your up to date CV. Thank you.

LV Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of applying for this role, please assume you have been unsuccessful in this instance. Your CV will be kept on file and you will be considered for future vacancies that match your skills. By applying, you will register as a candidate with LV Recruitment Ltd.