Right Now Group are recruiting for an Import Clerk for a specialist freight-forwarder in Colnbrook, serving critical aerospace and defence supply chains.
This permanent, full-time role is ideal for those with admin, coordination, or customer-service experience; trainees are welcome (full training provided), as are candidates with prior customs/clearing knowledge.
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Manage phone and email communications with customers and carriers
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Arrange airline collections and deliveries; plan import routings
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Coordinate overseas collections and prepare import-rated airwaybills
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Perform tariff classification and import-licence checks
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Create simple quotations and process occasional invoicing
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Execute customs entries using systems such as ASM, Gems, or Sequoia
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Verify correct use of CPCs (Customs Procedure Codes) and other authorisations
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Background in administration, coordination, or customer service (any industry)
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Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
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Excellent written and verbal communication
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Solid judgment and problem-solving capabilities
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Competence in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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Customs entry or classification experience is advantageous - but not essential for trainees
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Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
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Shift: Monday to Friday
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Hours: 09:00 - 17:30 (1-hour lunch)
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Extra: Paid overtime and occasional weekend work may be required
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Location: Colnbrook - a driving licence and car are essential, as public transport isn't practical
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5 weeks' holiday per year, rising to 6 weeks after four years (1 extra day per annum after two years)
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Auto-enrolment pension scheme
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Private healthcare upon successful probation
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Full training provided, with clear career progression into commercial roles within the aerospace & defence freight sector
?? Want to launch or advance your career in international freight operations with leading aerospace & defence clients? Apply now - send your CV today!
All suitable candidates will be contacted within 48 hours of application.
