Import Clerk

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established client based in Ipswich, who are currently seeking to appoint an experienced Import Clerk to strengthen their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a market leading employer that promotes from within and allows employees to reach for and realise their potential.

Key Duties:

• Prepare and organise import documentation, including customs declarations, import licences, and shipping documents, ensuring all paperwork is accurate and complete.
• Maintain accurate import records and verify documentation to support compliance and operational efficiency.
• Support the import team in complying with import regulations, trade laws, and customs requirements while keeping up to date with changes in legislation and procedures.
• Coordinate with customs brokers, suppliers, freight forwarders, and other external partners to facilitate smooth import operations.
• Monitor and track import shipments, ensuring the timely arrival of goods and proactively resolving any delivery or customs-related issues.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Demonstrated experience in import operations, including preparing and submitting customs documentation, certificates, licences, and other import-related paperwork.
• Sound knowledge of customs tariffs and their application to import processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Highly organised and quick to learn, with the ability to prioritise workloads, work under pressure, and consistently meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex issues and adapt effectively to unexpected challenges.
• Good understanding of customs procedures and import compliance requirements, with knowledge of customs tariffs considered an advantage.