Reviewing customer documentation to ensure all data sets required are present before commencing customs clearance. This includes, but is not limited to, checking information such as EORI, commodity codes, tariff information's, customs procedures, licence requirements and any other formalities applicable to the movement
Submitting customs declarations to HMRC using the appropriate software
Liaising with customers (internal or external where necessary) to obtain clearance instructions and information required to complete the customs declaration prior to shipping
Effective use of applications such as the CustomsHub and eAuth to communicate with internal customers and acquire additional information as required
Submitting transit declarations to HMRC using the appropriate software (export only)
Problem solving and liaising with appropriate team to resolve rejected entries
Positively engaging with Team Leader to ensure issues or potential issues are known within the team
Checking entries accuracy and calculation of VAT/DUTIES if required
Ensuring compliance of standard operating procedures for Customs and AEO process
Direct liaison with UK Customs Manager, supervisors, team leaders and any customs authorities such as HMRC where necessary
Take responsibility for being knowledgeable with topics that have an impact on the customs department
Display Dachser values in your day to day work ethic
Ensuring compliance of standard operating procedures for Customs and AEO process
Your qualifications
Excellent communication skills – with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing
An awareness of European geography
Ability to listen to others and understand the situation from their perspective
Excellent problem solving and analysis skills
Ability to deal with problems efficiently and professionally
Mathematical and computer literacy
Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
A high customer service orientation with a passion for delivering quality
Highly adaptable
What we offer
Holidays - you’ll get 27 days a year (as well as the usual public holidays).
Employee Assistance Programme - helping you deal with personal problems that might adversely impact your work performance, health and wellbeing.
Employee discounts – with access from day one to a multitude of discounts for holidays, high street fashion, supermarkets, gym memberships, insurance, and so much more.
Pension – an efficient and flexible pension plan that you pay into based on your pensionable salary and your level of contribution. You also benefit from tax relief.
Health – we offer free eye-tests and money off vouchers.
Life Assurance - Death In Service benefit
Contact person
To apply send a CV and cover letter to Ellie Wilkins Ellie Wilkins Ellie.Wilkins [at] dachser.com