Customs Clearance Coordinator
- bradford, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
Job Description
Customs Clearance Coordinator
£30,000 – £35,000 DOE | Private Healthcare | 5% Pension Match | Career Development
Location: Bradford
Are you an experienced Customs Clearance professional looking to join a well-established and growing freight forwarding business?
Our client, a highly respected international freight forwarder, is seeking a Customs Clearance Coordinator to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive business that values expertise, offers genuine long-term career prospects, and provides a strong benefits package.
The Role
Working within the Customs Clearance department, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and compliant movement of freight across international borders. You’ll work closely with customers, providing a high level of service while managing customs documentation from start to finish.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and processing customs declarations , primarily for Road Freight imports.
- Handling Export Road, Import Sea Freight and Export Sea Freight customs entries.
- Assisting with Air Freight customs entries where required.
- Liaising with customers to understand their customs clearance requirements and provide proactive support.
- Resolving customs-related queries and communicating directly with HMRC where necessary.
- Managing your own files from start to finish, including costing and invoicing.
- Ensuring all customs entries are completed accurately and in line with current customs regulations.
About You
We’re looking for someone who has:
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience within Customs Clearance or a similar customs-focused freight forwarding role.
- Strong knowledge of UK customs procedures and import/export documentation.
- Experience handling Road Freight customs entries (essential).
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Experience using CargoWise would be highly advantageous.