Experienced Customs Declarant – Descartes e-Customs
Are you an experienced Customs Declarant with hands-on experience using Descartes e-Customs to submit UK CDS import declarations?
We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and take responsibility for preparing and submitting accurate import declarations.
The role
You will be responsible for:
Preparing and submitting UK CDS import declarations via Descartes e-Customs
Checking invoices, packing lists, commodity codes, origin and customs values
Calculating and checking duty and import VAT
Processing PVA where applicable
Dealing with rejected declarations and customs queries
Liaising with HMRC, hauliers, freight forwarders and customers
Handling amendments and post-clearance issues
Maintaining accurate customs records and ensuring compliance
What we're looking for
Essentials:
Previous hands-on experience as a Customs Declarant / Customs Clearance Operator / Customs Entry Clerk
Experience preparing and submitting UK CDS import declarations
Practical experience using Descartes e-Customs
Good knowledge of customs procedures, commodity classification, valuation, origin, duty and VAT
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Experience within a freight forwarding, customs brokerage, importing or logistics environment would be highly advantageous.
What we offer
£35,000 basic salary
Performance-related bonus
Blackburn-based role
Permanent position with opportunities to develop within the business.
This is not a general administration role. We specifically want someone who has actually prepared and submitted customs declarations and is confident using Descartes e-Customs.
If you're currently working in customs clearance and looking for your next opportunity in the Blackburn / Lancashire area, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV to and you must clearly highlight your Descartes e-Customs and CDS experience.
