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Customs & Clerk Uk & Ireland

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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Solihull, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£36.5k - £36.5k Annual
Full-Time
Customs Clerk UK & Ireland

Location: Birmingham Airport (Office Based)
Salary: £36,500 per annum + up to £3,500 annual night shift allowance

About the Role

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Customs Clerk to support the seamless movement of time-critical freight from European gateways into the UK and onward to Ireland.

Based at their Birmingham Airport office, this role is central to ensuring import and export operations are completed accurately, compliantly, and efficiently. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in maintaining smooth customs processes and supporting the timely delivery of freight across international borders.

Key Responsibilities

Process export documentation within strict operational deadlines (target: within 30 minutes of receipt)

Prepare transportation documentation and manifests for nightly operations

Ensure export clearances and manifests are accurate to prevent delays in onward customs clearance

Liaise with customs authorities and customers to resolve operational and compliance queries

Complete safety and security declarations in accordance with regulatory requirements

Support the preparation of Air Waybills (AWBs) and flight manifests

Maintain accurate reporting for transactional charging, including import, export, screening, and handling activities

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within customs and operational processes

Experience & Knowledge

Minimum 1 years' experience in customs compliance, import/export operations, or customs brokerage

Experience working within air freight and road freight environments

Strong understanding of UK and international import/export regulations

Experience using HMRC and Border Force systems, including CHIEF and CDS

Relevant qualification in Customs, International Trade, Logistics, or Import/Export Operations (preferred)

Skills & Competencies

Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Ability to solve problems and make decisions under pressure

Commercial awareness and understanding of the operational impact of freight delays

Working Hours

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week across five days.

The operation runs 24 hours a day, and shifts are worked on a 2 week rotating basis. Flexibility is essential.

Typical shift patterns include:

06:00am – 14:00pm

13:00pm – 15:00pm

15:00pm – 23:00pm

17:00 pm– 01:00am

22:00pm – 06:00am

Benefits

Up to £3,500 annual night shift allowance (where applicable)

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday leave

Health Cash Plan

Free onsite parking

Employee discount schemes and regular team social events

Stable, well-organised working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

What You'll Bring

Proven operational experience within a logistics, freight forwarding, customs, or international trade environment

A resourceful approach to overcoming challenges and maintaining service levels

A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and compliance

A strong customer-focused attitude and commitment to service excellence

Reference: 225282198

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Customs & Clerk Uk & Ireland

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Solihull, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£36.5k - £36.5k Annual
Full-Time
Customs Clerk UK & Ireland

Location: Birmingham Airport (Office Based)
Salary: £36,500 per annum + up to £3,500 annual night shift allowance

About the Role

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Customs Clerk to support the seamless movement of time-critical freight from European gateways into the UK and onward to Ireland.

Based at their Birmingham Airport office, this role is central to ensuring import and export operations are completed accurately, compliantly, and efficiently. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will play a key role in maintaining smooth customs processes and supporting the timely delivery of freight across international borders.

Key Responsibilities

Process export documentation within strict operational deadlines (target: within 30 minutes of receipt)

Prepare transportation documentation and manifests for nightly operations

Ensure export clearances and manifests are accurate to prevent delays in onward customs clearance

Liaise with customs authorities and customers to resolve operational and compliance queries

Complete safety and security declarations in accordance with regulatory requirements

Support the preparation of Air Waybills (AWBs) and flight manifests

Maintain accurate reporting for transactional charging, including import, export, screening, and handling activities

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within customs and operational processes

Experience & Knowledge

Minimum 1 years' experience in customs compliance, import/export operations, or customs brokerage

Experience working within air freight and road freight environments

Strong understanding of UK and international import/export regulations

Experience using HMRC and Border Force systems, including CHIEF and CDS

Relevant qualification in Customs, International Trade, Logistics, or Import/Export Operations (preferred)

Skills & Competencies

Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Ability to solve problems and make decisions under pressure

Commercial awareness and understanding of the operational impact of freight delays

Working Hours

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week across five days.

The operation runs 24 hours a day, and shifts are worked on a 2 week rotating basis. Flexibility is essential.

Typical shift patterns include:

06:00am – 14:00pm

13:00pm – 15:00pm

15:00pm – 23:00pm

17:00 pm– 01:00am

22:00pm – 06:00am

Benefits

Up to £3,500 annual night shift allowance (where applicable)

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday leave

Health Cash Plan

Free onsite parking

Employee discount schemes and regular team social events

Stable, well-organised working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

What You'll Bring

Proven operational experience within a logistics, freight forwarding, customs, or international trade environment

A resourceful approach to overcoming challenges and maintaining service levels

A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and compliance

A strong customer-focused attitude and commitment to service excellence
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Reference: 225282198

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