Import Customs Administrator

1 month ago


Witham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm
1 Hour for Lunch
Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.
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Simarco are going from strength to strength and are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Import Customs Administrator to join our busy and successful Import Customs Department. Ideally, you will have previous experienced working within Customs and have a great understanding of of Customs legal requirements.
Key duties & Responsibilities:
* Work part of a team reporting to a Customs Team Leader / Manager
* Signing/completion of customs documents under a Power of Attorney on behalf of clients
* Recognise client commercial invoice(s) and packing list(s) extracting data as necessary to complete import declarations
* Liaising with importers (possibly exporters) and internal operational colleagues to obtain mandatory information for import entries
* Entering details onto specialised Customs software including Destin8, Sequoia, Descartes etc allowing goods to enter the UK and deliver to consignees
* Be fully conversant with CDS, NCTS, GVMS, IPAFFS and other regulatory platforms
* Allocating the correct licences depending on type of goods being imported
* Calculation and processing of taxes and duties to be paid by buyers of goods
* Application of duty refunds and tariff re-classification as appropriate and will assist with any appeals that may arise
* Be fully conversant with import Customs regulations, whilst keeping up-to-date with changes as they occur
* Inform customers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements and all other Customs related matters
* Have a clear understanding and the ability to process the necessary import documentation, T-documents, EUR1’s, Certificates of Origin (CofO), PAOA, HRFNAO and other cargo control documents, including the discharge of T-documents and REX Statements
* Liaise with Port Health, Border Force of HMRC officials in areas such as document checks, goods quarantine etc
* Arrange the release of goods from Simarco Customs approved sites (ETSF locations) and/or port of arrival with liaison with internal colleagues on release, transport & warehousing issues
Key Skills and Qualifications to succeed in this role:
* Previous experience working in a similar role is essential
* Have a good understanding of Customs legal requirements and the impact or incorrect information and/or Customs declarations
* Strong communication skills are vital in this role both written and verbally, as you will be required to compile documentation and be able to interpret the legal requirements on behalf of customers in a clear and simple way
* Excellent interpersonal skills due to engagement with various agencies on a daily basis
* Complex problem solving and the ability to engage critical thinking skills will be required as well as the ability to actively listen and interpret concisely
* Although you will work as part of a team, you need to be self-motivating and be able to organise your work effectively and maintain records.
* Ability to operate windows-based applications and any other software that is standard within the industry
* Work in a fast-paced environment ensuring clearance processes are completed in a timely manner and accurately with great attention to detail
We can offer you:
Competitive salary - dependent on experience
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata)
Discount Platform
Discounted Gym Membership
Full training and support
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance program
Extensive learning opportunities
Employee Engagement Forum
Reward and Recognition programme
Pay Day Treat Days



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