Salary Competitive Salary
Location Bury St Edmunds
This is a permanent, full time vacancy that will close in 7 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
BKR is an established customs and trade advisory firm, working with businesses across the UK and Europe to structure their supply chain and optimise their customs processes.
We are excited to introduce a unique opportunity for a Import & Export Customs Clerk to join the BKR Team.
In this role, you will play a key role in fulfilling all our DMS Customer’s day-to-day operations. In addition, you will also be responsible for maintaining our customer’s special procedure authorisations, ensuring they remain fully compliant with the legal frameworks set forth by HMRC. As a key member of the team, you will collaborate closely with our customers and software providers daily, to uphold the highest standards of customs compliance and data accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of a successful candidate will include, but are not limited to:
Ensure submission of customs-related information and all customs declarations are completed accurately and in accordance with agreed SLAs and HMRC regulations
Maintain technical knowledge of Customs and Trade to a sufficiently high level
Maintain ongoing customer relationships
Communicate with all parties within the supply chain (Customers, freight forwarders, hauliers, suppliers and HMRC) to facilitate the smooth flow of goods through Customs
Collaborate with our duty management software provider, to ensure any system issues are communicated to the customer and resolved swiftly
Ensure any reporting agreed with the customer is completed accurately and sent within agreed SLAs
Manage and resolve any HMRC communications regarding queries, holds and amendments
Experience & Qualifications:
Previous roles in Customs Brokerage or Freight Forwarding Operations, with a focus on Customs and Trade Compliance
Practical knowledge of import and export processes, Trade Compliance and Customs documentary requirements
Understanding and awareness of HMRC customs regulations especially Customs special procedures – IP, OP, Customs Bonded Warehousing, Excise products, SCDP
Previous experience communicating with HMRC, and familiarity with the appropriate communication channels for query resolutions
Full UK driving licence
Skills & Attributes:
Team player with strong relationship building skills.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Highly skilled at managing your own time and coordinating internal administrative tasks.
Competent using MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel with a prior knowledge of Customs Declaration software – DMS software knowledge is also advantageous.
Capable of working independently, but also as a supporting member to a wider operational team.
What We Offer
At BKR Consultants, we offer a competitive salary package, along with opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive and collaborative working environment. You will have the chance to work with a varied and interesting customer portfolio, engage directly with clients, and play a key role in the ongoing expansion of our Duty Management Team
If you are a motivated Customs Operational professional, looking for a hands-on role with responsibility, variety, and room to grow, we would be pleased to hear from you.
The Company
As part of the GB Global Group we do amazing things. We are at the forefront of change, leading the transformation of the logistics and global trade management market. We have big ideas that push the boundaries and heaps of ambition that means we deliver on our promises time and again. People are the backbone of our business and the key to our continued success which is why we invest in training and development at all levels.
Our Values
Pride
Our people are proud of the fact they work for Uniserve and in everything they do.
Improvement
Our people are encouraged to constructively challenge so they reach their full potential.
Commitment
Our people are committed to delivering exceptional service.
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Reward
Our people are rewarded for contribution and for value they provide us and our customers.
Involvement
Our people are well informed of progress in our trade, company and customers.
Fair Treatment
Our people are respected and encouraged to respect others, whoever they are.
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