Customs Assistant

Role Overview & Responsibilities

Job description

We have a requirement for an experienced Customs Assistant within our in-house Customs Department - this is a permanent, full time role.

You should have a self-motivated and can do attitude, be able to use your initiative, solve problems and have excellent communication skills. You should have a very keen eye for detail and a strong administration ability.

Experience within shipping OR customs clearance (CHIEF / CDS), OR post Brexit international road transport documentation is required for this role.

The role will best suit someone with:

• A high level of accuracy when entering written and numerical data
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written. You will be communicating with HMRC, customs officers, suppliers and end customers
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize workloads.
• Strong customer service skills
• The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, and to solve problems when they arise
• Competent decision making
• A flexible approach - a willingness to work within a successful team committed to ensuring deadlines are met and work standards are high

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Preparation of accurate customs entries to ensure all regulatory and compliance requirements are met
• Entering data onto bespoke industry software
• Liaising with importers/exporters and other agents to obtain mandatory information for import and export entries
• Preparation of trade documentation and forms as required
• Dealing with all queries quickly and efficiently
• Communicating with customers and suppliers at all levels
• Problem solving and offering advice to customers, when needed
• Record keeping

Company description

E.M.Rogers is a forward thinking family run business, established in Northampton since 1945. We pride ourselves on offering a high quality, flexible service and always go the extra mile for our customers. One of the largest enclosed car transport and storage companies in the country, we also have divisions in general haulage as well as vehicle sales and a customs agency division. We employ friendly, motivated people with a 'can-do' attitude. Find out more at our websites www.emrogerstransport.comand www.emrogers.com

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £24,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person