- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 5 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Candidates with at least 3 years of current customs clearance experience and a strong understanding of customs processes are encouraged to apply. The role is suitable for someone who is comfortable in a busy operational environment and can work both independently and as part of a team.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
This part-time Customs Clearance Clerk position based in Kent, England is focused on keeping cross-border freight moving accurately and in line with customs rules. The role sits within a vital operational function that supports communities and trade across Europe and beyond. You will work 12-hour shifts covering both days and nights, and you’ll be expected to manage a fast-moving workload where precision matters.
What you’ll do
- Prepare, review, and process customs paperwork and related shipping documents.
- Enter shipment and clearance information correctly into internal systems.
- Respond to enquiries from colleagues, customers, and official bodies.
- Coordinate with hauliers, suppliers, and other external contacts.
- Track shipments and act quickly to fix any clearance or movement issues.
- Stay current on customs procedures and compliance requirements.
- Assist the wider team in delivering a seamless end-to-end clearance process.
What the role needs
The company is seeking someone with at least 3 years of current customs clearance experience and a solid working knowledge of customs processes. You should be comfortable in a busy setting, able to contribute as part of a team, and also confident taking initiative when required. Strong communication, high accuracy, and a proactive attitude are essential.
Working pattern
The job involves 12-hour shifts on both day and night schedules.
Benefits
- Life assurance cover.
- A contributory company pension plan.
- A holiday purchase scheme.
- Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais or Newcastle and Amsterdam, with no restriction on trip frequency.
- A full employee assistance programme offering practical and wellbeing support.
- Access to financial, emotional, mental, and physical health support, including face-to-face counselling, 24/7 GP access, a second medical opinion, and legal support for colleagues and their families.
- Retail savings across a wide range of high street and online brands.
- Cashback on health-related expenses such as dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations, and more.
- Access to the myStrength wellbeing platform with resources for mental wellness.
- Access to mental health first aid support and wellbeing webinars.
Development and culture
The organisation places value on workplace learning and development, and training may be provided where needed to help you succeed in the role. The team also values diversity and inclusion, believing that different perspectives, skills, and personalities strengthen the workplace.
Application note
Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis, so candidates are encouraged to send their CV as soon as possible.