Customs Apprentice

7 months ago


Folkestone, United Kingdom AGI Global Logistics Full time

We are AGI Global Logistics; one of the fastest growing logistics companies in the UK.

We currently have 18 offices and branches across the UK and Europe with 250 network locations Worldwide.

Our current team of 200 people go the extra mile to provide the same outstanding service to every client and we are all driven by delivering expert road, sea and air freight distribution and logistics solutions for our clients.

The bigger we become, the more people we can helpThis is where you come in

**The role**
Would you like to start a career in Logistics and gain industry-specific qualifications?

This role is an extremely exciting opportunity for someone to join us on as an apprentice and support our Folkestone office with their customs and operational freight forwarding requirements.

In this role you will learn all about road, air and sea freight forwarding. You will work within the customs team and will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of customs clearance processes on all import and export jobs as well as how we allocate suppliers’ invoices and sales invoicing.

Delivering outstanding service to our customers is everything to us and we are looking for someone who has service at the heart of everything they do. As part of our service delivery you will make sure you are completing all customs documentation correctly and on time providing regular accurate updates to our customers in this role.

We are looking for someone who can come in and hit the ground running, who has an appetite for learning, exceptional customer service skills and a keen eye for detail.

**Benefits**
- Salary starting from apprentice minimum wage rate
- 25 days holiday, plus Bank and Public Holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- A very sociable and friendly environment (we don’t take life too seriously and want the best out of everyone)
- Free on-site parking
- Unlimited free tea and coffeeand there’s always cake and biscuits too

**What you’ll be able to offer**
- Grade C/4 and above in English and Maths are essential
- Ability to work well under pressure and able to work to tight deadlines
- Extremely organised with a high attention to detail and accuracy
- High IT literacy skills including strong competency with Microsoft Office
- Outstanding customer service skills
- The ability to develop and build strong relationships over the phone
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a strong team player
- Accountability to yourself and others

**Recruitment agencies**
We will not consider CVs or speculative proposals from any agencies therefore we kindly request you not to contact us.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: From £5.28 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Folkestone: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Applicants should have a Grade C or above in Maths & English

Work Location: In person



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