Customs Entry Administrator - Permanent, Full Time - £29,120 per year (£14.00/hour)
Location: Nr Shepton Mallet-Own transport preferable
Reporting to: Customs Compliance Manager
The role
This is a fast-paced, detail-driven admin role at the heart of customs operations. You'll create accurate import/export declarations so goods clear smoothly into the UK-working closely with customers and relevant authorities to make sure every document and system entry is spot on.
What you'll be doing
Create import and export declarations using CDS and associated customs software
Submit and manage declarations with HMRC and Philis
Process CHEDs and POAO declarations (as required)
Analyse customs/shipping paperwork and extract key details quickly
Deliver high-accuracy, high-volume data entry under tight deadlines
Liaise professionally with customers and governing bodies by phone and email
Work confidently on your own and as part of a team
Handle sensitive documentation in line with Data Protection requirements
Use systems including Mandata, SGS, Government Gateway and Philis
Support with other duties as needed
What we're looking for
Required: strong admin skills, confident IT user, excellent accuracy/attention to detail, good numeracy, clear communication, thrives under pressure. Desirable: any customs/logistics exposure (not essential).
No customs experience needed - full training provided.
Hours & flexibility
Full time, typically 08:00-17:00 or 09:00-18:00 (Mon-Fri). Flexible start/finish times for the right person.
