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Freightserve recruitment are looking for an Customs Brokerage Coordinator for a world wide Freight Forwarder based in the Feltham, Middlesex area. \n About the Role \n We are seeking an experienced Customs Brokerage Co-ordinator to join a growing customs team. This is an office-based role primarily focused on managing customs clearance for road freight imports, with some responsibility for ocean freight shipments. \n The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of UK import customs procedures, be confident in handling customs entries from start to finish, and possess excellent attention to detail to ensure compliance with all HMRC and Border Force requirements. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare and submit import customs declarations for predominantly road freight shipments, with occasional ocean freight consignments.\n, • Ensure all customs entries are completed accurately and within required timeframes.\n, • Process CDS import declarations using ASM Sequoia.\n, • Complete and manage IPAFFS notifications for applicable consignments.\n, • Liaise with customers, transport operators, ports, carriers and government agencies to facilitate smooth customs clearance.\n, • Verify commercial documentation including invoices, packing lists and transport documents.\n, • Ensure correct tariff classifications, customs procedures, valuation and origin requirements are applied.\n, • Monitor customs clearances and proactively resolve any delays or customs queries.\n, • Maintain accurate customs records in accordance with HMRC compliance requirements.\n, • Keep up to date with changes to customs legislation and import procedures.\n, • Provide excellent customer service by keeping clients informed throughout the clearance process.\n\n Essential Requirements \n\n • Previous experience working in a UK customs brokerage environment.\n, • Strong knowledge of UK import customs procedures.\n, • Experience processing predominantly road freight import customs entries.\n, • Some experience handling ocean freight import clearances.\n, • Proven experience using ASM Sequoia for CDS customs declarations.\n, • Good working knowledge of IPAFFS and completing import notifications.\n, • Excellent understanding of customs documentation and compliance requirements.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple shipments.\n, • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.\n, • Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.\n\n \n As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.

We have a great opportunity for an Night Export Clerk to join our clients team in West Drayton. This role will be working Monday to Friday 19:00 - 03:00. \n \n • Complete export files to the required standard. \n • Ensure full compliance with export documentation instructions. \n • Manage and complete the shared mailbox to the required standard. \n • Resolve customer queries where appropriate. \n • Liaise with the warehouse to support smooth operational flow. \n • Liaise with the import department & the commercial department where applicable. \n • Assist in the reception and receiving area when required. \n • Ensure CDS records and related customs documentation are checked, completed and filed correctly where applicable. \n \n Experience: \n • Excellent customer service skills. \n • Good computer skills, (Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel). \n • Basic knowledge of bond checks is desirable. \n • Basic knowledge of NES, ASM GEMS and CDS requirements. \n • Strong attention to detail. \n • Completion of Aviation Security Certificate Level CO. (Training will be provided.) \n \n \n You must have the above requirements to be considered for the role. \n \n If you do not hear back within 7 working days, you have been unsuccessful

Freight Forwarder - LHR/HARMONDSWORTH - £30k - £33k \n \n Operations Specialist \n Department: Operations \n Reports to: Operations Manager \n \n About the Role \n \n The Operations Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and execution of domestic \n and international freight movements, ensuring shipments are handled efficiently, accurately, and in \n line with customer requirements. \n \n Working closely with customers, suppliers, airlines, hauliers and global partners, the Operations \n Specialist plays a key role in delivering high service levels while maintaining operational accuracy, \n compliance and profitability. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n \n Operational Coordination \n • Coordinate and manage air, road, courier and multimodal shipments from booking through \n to delivery. \n \n • Liaise with airlines, hauliers, agents, suppliers and customers to ensure smooth execution of \n shipments. \n \n • Monitor shipment progress and proactively manage delays, exceptions and service issues. \n \n • Ensure all operational milestones are completed and updated within company systems. \n \n • Prepare and process shipping documentation accurately and in a timely manner. \n \n • Support time-critical and urgent shipments where required. \n \n Customer Service & Communication \n \n • Provide customers with shipment updates and proactive communication throughout the \n transport process. \n \n • Respond promptly to customer enquiries and operational requests. \n \n • Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and overseas \n partners. \n \n • Escalate service issues where necessary and support resolution. \n Compliance & Administration \n \n • Ensure compliance with customs requirements, security regulations and company \n procedures. \n \n • Maintain accurate shipment records and operational documentation. \n \n • Ensure all jobs are completed and closed correctly within the operating system. \n \n • Assist with audits and compliance checks as required. \n Cost Control & Profitability \n \n • Obtain rates from suppliers and subcontractors. \n \n • Assist in ensuring jobs are operated in line with company margin expectations. \n \n • Verify supplier invoices and support accurate job costing. \n \n • Highlight any operational or cost issues that may impact profitability. \n \n Team Support \n \n • Work collaboratively with colleagues across operations, sales and finance. \n \n • Provide support during busy periods and assist with workload management. \n \n • Contribute ideas for improving operational efficiency and customer service. \n \n Skills & Experience \n \n • Minimum 1–3 years' experience in freight forwarding, logistics, transport or supply chain \n operations. \n \n • Good understanding of airfreight, road freight, courier or multimodal transport operations. \n \n • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously. \n \n • Excellent communication and customer service skills. \n \n • High attention to detail and accuracy. \n \n • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. \n \n • Experience using freight forwarding systems (e.g. Boxtop) desirable. \n \n • Knowledge of customs procedures would be advantageous. \n \n Personal Attributes \n \n • Organised and methodical. \n \n • Proactive and willing to take ownership. \n \n • Calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively. \n \n • Team player with a positive attitude. \n \n • Customer-focused and solutions-driven. \n \n • Reliable, professional and accountable. \n \n Why Join Us? \n \n • Join a growing and ambitious logistics business. \n \n • Work within a fast-paced and dynamic environment. \n \n • Opportunities for training, development and career progression. \n \n • Be part of a supportive team focused on delivering exceptional customer service. \n

\n \n Branch Manager - Heathrow - Shipping & Freight - Up to £70,000 About the Company A leading freight forwarding and logistics business is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead its Heathrow operation. This is a strategic leadership role with full responsibility for branch performance across air, sea, road, and rail freight.\n \n \n The successful candidate will drive commercial growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team development while delivering strong financial results. Branch Manager - The details\n \n • Salary up to £70,000\n, • Opportunity to lead a strategically important branch\n, • Full ownership of branch performance and P&L\n, • Career progression within a dynamic, multi-modal freight forwarding business\n, • Opportunity to shape business growth and build a high-performing team \n Branch Manager - Requirements\n \n, • Significant leadership experience within freight forwarding or logistics\n, • Proven expertise managing multi-modal freight operations (air, sea, road, and rail)\n, • Strong commercial background with a track record of revenue growth and business development\n, • Experience managing branch P&L and financial performance\n, • Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills\n, • Strong knowledge of international freight forwarding, customs, and supply chain operations\n, • Analytical, organised, and customer-focused approach\n, • Desirable: experience within an international freight forwarder, customs compliance knowledge, operational improvement experience, and relevant logistics or management qualifications \n Branch Manager - Responsibilities\n \n, • Lead the overall performance of the branch, driving revenue, profitability, and operational excellence\n, • Develop and implement commercial strategies to grow market share and secure new business\n, • Manage branch operations across imports, exports, customs clearance, and domestic transport\n, • Maintain high standards of customer service, compliance, and operational efficiency\n, • Take full ownership of the branch P&L, budgets, forecasting, and financial targets\n, • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team while supporting recruitment and succession planning\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners\n, • Ensure compliance with customs, transport, health & safety, and company policies\n, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, service quality, and profitability \n About Us Detail2Recruitment acts as an employment agency in respect of this position. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications. For information on how we use your personal information, please refer to detail2recruitment privacy policy\n \n

Practice Administrator & Secretary \n Location:Twickenham \n Hours: Full-time, permanent, Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm. \n Salary: Competitive \n Additional: A three-month probationary period applies. References will be required. \n \n The Role \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Administrator & Secretary to join our clients friendly and professional team within a busy firm of Chartered Accountants and Auditors. \n \n This is a varied and interesting role, providing administrative and secretarial support to the Directors and wider team. The successful candidate will be an organised, professional, and proactive individual who enjoys working in a small practice environment where they can build strong working relationships with colleagues and clients. \n \n The role is ideal for someone with previous secretarial or administrative experience who enjoys variety, takes pride in delivering a high standard of service, and is comfortable managing competing priorities in a professional environment. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Reception & Client Support: \n ·Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, telephone calls, and emails. \n ·Providing a professional and welcoming front-of-house service, with a smile. \n ·Greeting clients and ensuring meeting room is prepared. \n ·Managing incoming post, outgoing correspondence, and recorded deliveries. \n ·Liaising professionally with clients and suppliers. \n Secretarial & Administrative Support: \n ·Providing secretarial support to the Director and team. \n ·Preparing letters, documents, and general correspondence with a high typing speed. \n ·Diary management and arranging meetings using Outlook. \n ·Taking meeting notes/minutes when required. \n ·Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems. \n ·Scanning, filing, and organising client documentation. \n ·Updating internal records, databases, and administrative systems. \n ·Setting up and maintaining spreadsheets and databases. \n ·Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office. \n ·Maintenance of office equipment and general office upkeep and tidiness. \n ·Secretarial cover and working with other Secretaries/Admin staff and Office Manager to achieve goals. \n Client Administration: \n ·Assisting with the administration of limited company client affairs. \n ·Maintaining client records and ensuring information is accurately updated in real time. \n ·Assisting with the receipt and organisation of client records and documentation in real time. \n ·Supporting administrative requirements relating to Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs in real time. \n About You \n Our client is looking for someone who: \n ·Has previous experience in a secretarial or administrative role (ideally within a professional services environment). \n ·Has excellent written and verbal communication skills. \n ·Has a professional and friendly telephone and front-of-house manner. \n ·Is highly organised with strong attention to detail. \n ·Can prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively. \n ·Is confident working independently while also contributing positively to a small team. \n ·Has excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases. \n ·Is numerate and comfortable working with spreadsheets and systems. \n ·Understands the importance of confidentiality, data protection, and handling sensitive information. \n ·Is reliable, punctual, trustworthy, and professional. \n ·Possess a strong work ethic and enjoy working to tight deadlines using own initiative with the ability to work on your own. \n ·A professional attitude with the ability to adapt to different situations, being calm under pressure. \n ·To be flexible and open to change. \n ·Work well with others, excellent team player. \n ·Experience of managing a high volume of work, providing full secretarial support to the team. \n ·Professional appearance. \n ·An awareness of the importance of risk management and compliance. \n Experience & Qualifications \n ·Minimum of 3 years' experience in a secretarial / administrative role and demanding services environment, with 5 years plus experience preferred. \n ·Experience within accountancy, finance, legal, or another professional services environment would be advantageous/preferable. \n ·Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent) minimum, with grades A-C to include English and Maths, strong IT / written and verbal communication skills at all levels, with an aptitude towards spreadsheets, databases and word processing (Microsoft office). Further qualifications or relevant professional experience would be advantageous. \n · \n Working Environment \n You will be joining a small, friendly practice where you will work closely with the Director, and wider administration team. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to become a valued member of the team. \n Telephone support is shared within the administration team, providing a collaborative working environment. \n

Shipping Manager / Senior Shipping Clerk \n London EC2 | £30,000 - £45,000 DOE | Office Based | Immediate Start \n Are you an experienced Shipping professional looking for your next challenge? \n Our client, a successful and growing international food importer, is looking to appoint either an experienced Shipping Clerk or a commercially minded Shipping Manager, depending on experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where you can genuinely influence shipping operations and become an integral part of the supply chain team. \n Based in modern London offices just minutes from Liverpool Street Station, this is a fully office-based position offering a varied role, long-term stability and the opportunity to develop your career. \n The Role \n You will be responsible for coordinating international shipments from origin through to final delivery, ensuring goods move efficiently, compliantly and cost-effectively. For more experienced candidates, the role will also include negotiating contracts and freight rates with logistics providers and helping drive improvements across the supply chain. \n Duties will include: \n\n • Managing international import and export shipments.\n \n • Liaising daily with freight forwarders, shipping lines, customs brokers, transport companies and warehouse partners.\n \n • Monitoring shipment schedules and resolving delays or delivery issues.\n \n • Preparing and checking Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin and customs documentation.\n \n • Ensuring compliance with customs regulations and import requirements.\n \n • Coordinating deliveries with warehouse and internal departments.\n \n • Monitoring freight costs and identifying cost-saving opportunities.\n \n • Negotiating freight rates and service agreements with logistics providers (Shipping Manager level).\n \n • Managing relationships with third-party logistics providers and carriers.\n \n • Investigating shipment discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.\n \n • Producing shipping reports and maintaining accurate records.\n \n • Supporting continuous improvement across shipping and supply chain operations.\n \n\n The Person \n We are looking for an organised, commercially aware shipping professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced international environment. \n You will ideally have: \n\n • Previous experience within shipping, logistics, freight forwarding or supply chain.\n \n • Experience coordinating international imports and exports.\n \n • Strong understanding of shipping documentation and customs procedures.\n \n • Excellent communication and organisational skills.\n \n • Good commercial awareness with the ability to manage costs.\n \n • Strong Microsoft Office skills.\n \n • The ability to prioritise multiple shipments and deadlines.\n \n\n For the Shipping Manager position, previous experience negotiating freight contracts, managing logistics suppliers and improving operational processes would be highly advantageous. \n Experience within food imports, FMCG, consumer products or temperature-controlled logistics would be beneficial but is not essential. \n Package \n\n • Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 for Shipping Clerk level.\n \n • Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 for Shipping Manager level.\n \n • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.\n \n • Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm.\n \n • Fully office based.\n \n • Modern offices in EC2, approximately:\n \n, • 4 minutes from Liverpool Street Station.\n \n • 10 minutes from Bank Station.\n \n • 15 minutes from London Bridge.\n \n \n \n\n Immediate interviews are available for suitable candidates. \n \n How to Apply \n If you have experience within shipping, imports, exports or international logistics and are looking to join a growing business where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. \n Email: \n Tel: | \n Know someone who may be suitable? We operate a generous candidate referral scheme, so please get in touch. \n Red Recruit specialise in recruiting for Shipping, Freight Forwarding, Logistics, Supply Chain, Customs, Removals & Relocations and Global Mobility. We recruit from entry level through to senior management positions across the UK and internationally. \n Alternative Job Titles: Shipping Manager, Shipping Supervisor, Shipping Coordinator, Shipping Clerk, Import & Export Coordinator, Shipping & Logistics Coordinator, Logistics Manager, Import Manager, Export Manager, International Logistics Manager, Supply Chain Coordinator, Freight Coordinator. \n Keywords: Shipping, Shipping Manager, Shipping Clerk, Imports, Exports, International Logistics, Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain, Customs, Bills of Lading, Commercial Invoices, Freight Negotiation, Logistics Coordinator, Ocean Freight, Food Imports, Import Documentation, Shipping Documentation, Customs Compliance. \n \n

As a Logistics Executive within our operations Department, you will support the day-to-day activities of the Operations team, ensuring the smooth execution of freight operations and customs processes. Working in conjunction with global colleagues, you will uphold operational excellence while maintaining a high standard of compliance and customer satisfaction. \n The role is based around Heathrow - Hours are: 4 on 4 off Nights 1900-0700 Salary £42-48k \n Duties Include: \n Daily operations across Road, Air, and Sea freight modes during the night shift. \n Ensure all shipments, including AOG and critical aircraft parts, are delivered on time and in compliance with customer and regulatory requirements \n Ensure adherence to SOPs in the production of Customs and Shipping documentation. \n Review and verify Import and Export documentation and customs submissions. \n Provide timely and accurate updates to customers regarding shipment statuses. \n Source freight rates and routing options from suppliers and prepare customer quotations. \n Ensure accurate job costing and that supplier details are correctly recorded in internal systems. \n Manage and prioritize workload \n Manage group mailboxes and respond in a timely manner. \n Required Experience: \n Has proven experience in a time-critical logistics or aviation environment \n Strong understanding of AOG logistics and time-critical supply chains. \n Calm Under Pressure – Able to remain composed and decisive when managing \n AOG and time-critical shipments during high-pressure situations \n Awareness of airline cargo procedures \n Familiarity with INCOTERMS, IATA regulations, and Dangerous Goods (DG) classification. \n Working knowledge of handling agents at LHR and airline cut-offs. \n Understanding of haulage scheduling and collection/delivery coordination. \n HMRC customs processes \n Aviation security regulations \n Ability to lead and prioritize workload overnight with minimal supervision \n Calm under pressure – especially for AOG / time-critical freight \n Strong decision-making ability \n Excellent communication skills (internal teams, airlines, hauliers, overseas agents) \n Problem-solving mindset \n Ability to escalate operational issues appropriately \n Box Top – job creation, customs entries, invoicing, ASM, CDS, Airline Portals \n

Air Import / Export Operations Coordinator\n Location: Hounslow \n Job Type: Full-time, Permanent \n Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 About the Role\n An established international freight forwarding business is looking to recruit an experienced Air Import / Export Operations Coordinator to join its busy operations team in Hounslow. \n This is a hands-on operational role where you'll be responsible for managing international air freight shipments from start to finish, ensuring customers receive an efficient and reliable service while maintaining compliance with industry regulations. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Coordinate end-to-end air import and export shipments.\n, • Arrange airline bookings and monitor shipments through to final delivery.\n, • Prepare import, export and customs documentation.\n, • Liaise with customers, airlines, overseas agents and transport providers.\n, • Track and trace shipments, resolving any operational issues promptly.\n, • Ensure accurate job costing, billing and shipment records.\n, • Maintain compliance with customs and aviation security requirements.\n, • Deliver excellent customer service while meeting operational KPIs.\nAbout You\n To be successful in this role, you'll have: \n\n • A minimum of 2 years' experience within air freight forwarding.\n, • Experience handling air imports, exports or both.\n, • A strong understanding of international freight documentation and customs procedures.\n, • Excellent organisational and communication skills.\n, • The ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment.\n, • A proactive, customer-focused approach.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Competitive salary based on experience.\n, • Permanent Monday to Friday position.\n, • Opportunity to join an established international freight forwarding business.\n, • Supportive team environment with opportunities for career development.\n\n If you're looking for your next opportunity in air freight operations, we'd be pleased to hear from you.

We are seeking an experienced Import Manager from a freight forwarding environment, with a strong operational background, industry knowledge, and a proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. \n Location; Heathrow \n Monday to Friday \n \n 26 days holiday plus bank holidays - Car allowance and healthcare scheme \n Key requirements include: \n\n • Minimum 7-10 years' experience within import, customs, freight forwarding or logistics operations.\n, • A minimum of 5 years' management experience, leading operational teams within a fast-paced forwarding or logistics environment\n, • Proven leadership capability, including coaching, performance management, employee development, succession planning, recruitment and team engagement.\n, • Experience managing departmental performance through KPIs, service levels, productivity measures, resource planning and continuous improvement initiatives.\n, • Strong commercial awareness, with responsibility for departmental budgets, cost control and P&L performance.\n, • Strong understanding of international freight forwarding operations, including air freight, customs brokerage and multimodal transport movements.\n, • Excellent knowledge of HMRC regulations, customs compliance requirements and import processes.\n, • Ability to act as the senior escalation point for operational, customs, compliance and customer service matters.\n, • Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, customs authorities and overseas partners.\n, • Comfortable leading customer business reviews, supporting new customer implementations and working closely with commercial teams to drive growth.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to collaborate across multiple functions.\n\n Salary & Package \n\n • Up to £65,000 basic salary\n, • Car allowance\n\n

Transfer Pricing Manager / Senior Manager Location: London (Hybrid) Contract: Permanent | Full Time \n I'm working with a high-growth UK accountancy firm that is continuing to invest heavily in its Transfer Pricing capability and is now looking to hire a Transfer Pricing Manager or Senior Manager into its Tax team. \n This role offers genuine breadth across advisory and compliance work, high exposure to senior leadership, and a clear progression path as the team continues to expand. The level (Manager or Senior Manager) will be determined by experience. \n The role You will work closely with Directors and Partners on the full lifecycle of transfer pricing engagements, taking ownership of delivery and managing junior team members. \n Work will include: Designing and reviewing transfer pricing policies across goods, services, IP and intercompany financing Preparing and reviewing transfer pricing documentation including benchmarking studies, Master Files, Local Files and Country-by-Country Reporting Supporting clients with transfer pricing risk reviews and remediation Advising on thin capitalisation and intercompany financing arrangements Supporting dispute resolution, including APA and MAP cases Advising on wider tax considerations such as VAT, customs duties, withholding taxes and permanent establishment risk Managing deadlines, budgets, WIP and billing Delegating work and reviewing output from junior team members \n The role also offers exposure to ad-hoc advisory work including due diligence, tax audits, tender proposals and cross-border projects with international colleagues. \n Client & people responsibilities Acting as a key point of contact for clients and building long-term relationships Delivering clear, commercial advice to non-tax specialists Managing and developing junior staff (with direct reports at Senior Manager level) Collaborating closely with wider tax, audit and advisory teams \n About you Proven transfer pricing experience gained in practice and/or industry Strong working knowledge of the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines Experience managing multiple projects, budgets and deadlines Strong report writing skills across transfer pricing documentation * Comfortable in a client-facing advisory role \n Package Transfer Pricing Manager: £65,000 - £85,000 Transfer Pricing Senior Manager: £90,000 - £120,000+ (dependent on experience) \n This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to step into a visible, high-impact transfer pricing role with clear long-term progression. \n \n As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Excellent opportunity for an experienced candidate to further their career with our ever growing client, based in Feltham. The successful candidate will be experienced in the following: \n \n Must have previous experience with ASM Sequoia / CDS for customs declarations \n Prepare and submit import customs declarations predominantly for road freight and occasionally ocean freight shipments \n Complete and managed IPAFFS notifications for applicable shipments \n Liasing with customers transport operators port, carriers and goverment agencies to ensure smooth custom clearance \n Verify commerical documentation \n Ensure correct tariff classifications customs procedures valuation and orgin requirements are applied \n Maintain accurate customs records in accordance with HMRC compliance requirements \n Provide excellent customer service \n Minimum 2-3 year’s import customs entry experience \n \n Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm \n Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 pa depending on experience \n Quarterly bonus scheme if Company meets budget targets \n Company pension scheme \n Annual Leave: 20 days per annum, increasing by one day for every one year’s continuous service up to a maximum of 25 days

Customs Clerk\n Location: Ashford, SurreySalary: Up to £30,000 (depending on experience)Hours: Monday - Friday, Standard Office Hours Right Now Group are recruiting for an experienced Customs Clerk on behalf of a well-established international freight forwarder based in Ashford.\n This is an excellent opportunity for someone with customs clearance experience who is looking to develop their career within freight forwarding. Initially focusing on road import customs clearances, the successful candidate will receive full training across air and sea freight operations, with a clear progression path into a Multimodal Import Operator role. \n Working as part of a supportive and experienced operations team, you'll play a key role in ensuring customs declarations are completed accurately and efficiently while gaining valuable exposure to all aspects of international freight movements. Key Responsibilities of a Customs Clerk\n\n • Complete road import customs declarations accurately using the relevant customs systems.\n, • Ensure all customs entries comply with HMRC regulations and current customs legislation.\n, • Review commercial invoices, packing lists, CMRs, and supporting documentation to ensure customs compliance.\n, • Liaise with customers, hauliers, customs authorities, and internal operational teams to resolve customs-related queries.\n, • Monitor customs entries through to clearance, ensuring shipments are processed without delay.\n, • Maintain accurate customs records and ensure all documentation is completed correctly.\n, • Provide customers with updates regarding shipment and customs clearance status.\n, • Support the wider import operations team while receiving training across air and sea freight movements.\nSkills & Experience Required for a Customs Clerk\n\n, • Previous experience completing customs declarations is essential.\n, • Experience handling road freight customs clearances would be highly advantageous.\n, • Good understanding of HMRC customs procedures and import documentation.\n, • Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under pressure.\n, • Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n, • Good IT skills and experience using customs or freight forwarding systems.\n, • Ambitious individual looking to progress into a Multimodal Import Operator role.\nSalary & Benefits for a Customs Clerk\n\n, • Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience.\n, • Monday to Friday working hours.\n, • Full training across Air and Sea Freight operations.\n, • Clear progression into a Multimodal Import Operator position.\n, • Join a stable, well-established international freight forwarding business.\n, • Supportive team environment with genuine long-term career development opportunities.\nWhy Apply for this Customs Clerk Position?\n If you already have customs clearance experience and are looking to broaden your freight forwarding knowledge, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career. You'll join a growing business that actively invests in its staff, offering hands-on training across all modes of transport and a clear pathway into a fully-fledged Multimodal Import Operator role. This position would suit an experienced Customs Clerk, Customs Coordinator, Customs Entry Clerk, Road Freight Customs Clerk, or Customs Clearance Operator looking for long-term career progression within international freight forwarding. \n Suitable candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

Join a leading premium retail business on a 9-month fixed-term contract as a Shipping & Logistics Coordinator based in London, managing domestic and international shipments to ensure products move efficiently across the supply chain. Working closely with logistics partners, suppliers, and internal teams, you will play a key role in delivering operational excellence while maintaining compliance, accuracy, and exceptional service levels. \n Client Details \n \n Our client is a highly regarded premium retail brand with a strong international presence and an established reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer experience. Due to continued business demands, they are seeking a Shipping and Logistics Coordinator to join their operations team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, customer-focused organisation and play a key role in ensuring the efficient movement of products across global markets. \n \n Description \n \n Reporting into the Operations team, the Shipping and Logistics Coordinator will be responsible for managing the day-to-day coordination of domestic and international shipments, ensuring goods are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with all regulatory requirements. \n You will work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, warehouse partners, and internal stakeholders to support the smooth execution of logistics operations and maintain excellent service levels throughout the supply chain: \n\n • Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments across domestic and international markets.\n, • Manage freight bookings with carriers, couriers, and third-party logistics providers.\n, • Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and customs paperwork.\n, • Monitor shipment progress and proactively address any transportation or customs-related issues.\n, • Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and internal operational procedures.\n, • Liaise with suppliers, warehouses, and internal teams to support product availability and timely deliveries.\n, • Maintain accurate records within relevant ERP and logistics management systems.\n, • Support freight invoice reconciliation and logistics cost tracking.\n, • Coordinate stock transfers and inventory movements across locations.\n, • Produce logistics reports and contribute to process improvement initiatives.\n\n \n Profile \n \n The successful Shipping and Logistics Coordinator candidate will have: \n\n • Previous experience within shipping, logistics, supply chain, or freight coordination.\n, • Experience within retail, luxury, premium consumer goods, fashion, or a similar product-based environment.\n, • A good understanding of international shipping processes, customs requirements, and logistics documentation.\n, • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.\n, • Experience using ERP systems and strong Microsoft Excel skills.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.\n, • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.\n\n \n Job Offer \n \n\n • A 9-month fixed-term opportunity with a leading premium retail business.\n, • Exposure to international logistics and supply chain operations.\n, • Collaborative and supportive team culture.\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package.\n, • Immediate opportunity to make a tangible impact within a growing organisation.\n\n FMCG \n

Our client based in Hayes is looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join their growing team.This is a fully office based role.Overall Job purpose\n\n • Support the business with project management from the production phase through to shipment for key accounts\n, • Responsible for end-to-end supply chain management of Manufactured Products from source to shelf, ensuring quality products reach customers satisfactorily.\n, • Support Production Coordinator and Sales team in Sales support & Supply Chain and other Ad Hoc Work related to Supply Chain and Procurement\n, • Maintain good customer relationships\n, • Maintain Quality and Compliance of, and Information on Manufactured Products and product integrity\n, • Maintain and Update Product Costing Models\n, • Maintain Good Supplier Relationships\n, • Support Production team and department with major Supplier Relationships\n, • Maintain Optimal Stock Levels\n Key Responsibilities\n\n, • Ensure the smooth running of the inbound supply chain, specifically fulfilment of inbound orders on time, cost and quality requirements.\n, • Maintain and refine demand planning to ensure optimal stock holding of all stock to enable order fulfilment while minimising stock holding costs.\n, • Maintain and Improve Relationships with, Performance of and Cost of Freight Forwarders\n, • Responsible for overseeing Customs Declarations of Imported Goods, and other relevant items\n, • Assist in design and monitoring of various KPI's, e.g. procurement accuracy, Stock and demand Accuracy etc.\n, • Maintain regular remote and face to face contact with 3PL Warehouse, with a view to significant performance improvement across all areas of warehousing activity\n, • Maintain regular remote and face to face contact with Distribution suppliers, with a view to improving performance and reducing costs\n, • Manage end-to end logistics of manufactured products\n, • Monitor and improve performance of logistics providers\n, • Maintain quality and compliance of information on manufactured products\n, • Maintain sufficient stock levels throughout the year, and update and manage stock levels\n, • Product stock reports and various other reporting tools to help the smooth running of the business.\n, • Support Production Coordinators and NAMs/SNAMs in day to day project management, maintaining key project documents to help the smooth running of key accounts\n, • Support Head of Department in building on relationships with smaller Goods Suppliers, with a view to improving performance, reducing cost, and keeping up to date with new developments\n, • Resolve disputes with suppliers or back-end facing customer support, and other problems, as they arise\n, • Support Head of Department in all areas and levels of Supply Chain and Sales support activity, e.g. New Product Development, Development of Supply Chain Network, Performance & Contract Monitoring, Resolving Major Issues, Cost & Contract Negotiations, etc.\n, • Maintain and update all relevant data and information on Manufactured Goods, in formats which are communicable, easy to access and easy to maintain\n, • Build, Refine, Maintain and Update costing models on Manufactured Goods to support pricing, customer quotes and maintenance of company margins\n, • Use costing models and external research to develop and maintain effective pricing strategies and communications to internal and external stakeholders in collaboration with SMT\n, • Work effectively and build relationships across the wider business to ensure smooth running of the supply chain and business operations.\n, • Operate as a Subject Matter Expert in Logistics, 3PL Warehouse Management, Costing and Pricing\n, • Own & maintain key stakeholder relationships at varying levels\n

Supply Chain Compliance Officer (Full-Time, Permanent) \n Hybrid – 2 to 3 Office days, Central London \n Unlock your potential with Prinova \n We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. \n Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customised Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, delivers sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognised for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation, which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. \n Wherever your career is headed, you’ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us. \n What does the Supply Chain Compliance Officer do at Prinova \n The role is responsible for driving compliance by engaging stakeholders, translating complex trading regulations into practical guidance, and supporting risk based decision-making in close collaboration with the Quality, Logistics, Supply Chain and Commercial teams. It also serves as a subject matter expert and key liaison on all matters relating to trade compliance. \n In addition, the role drives continuous improvement within its area of responsibility through active monitoring of regulatory changes, revision of SOPs and systems of work, and the delivery of training to relevant internal stakeholders. \n What’s in it for you: \n\n • Personal growth, including training and development opportunities\n, • Health Cash Plan\n, • Subsidised gym membership\n, • Discretionary Bonus\n, • Access to flexible pay with Aslan\n\n What to expect \n The Supply Chain Compliance Officer will advise and support our Product Managers and Operations teams to establish a trading compliance framework through the control of commodity codes, tariffs, certificates and licenses: \n\n • Identify commodity codes and measuring codes for all new product approvals and set up in our ERP system (FBSS). This includes the submission for external validation of HS codes where legal position may be required (BTI / ATR) if required.\n, • Monitor the introduction of new HS code sub-category and periodically re-assess portfolio classification as required.\n, • Identify appropriate tariff rules based on commodity codes and markets for all new product approvals.\n, • Verify and document country of origin classification and associated duty controls in the markets we operate.\n, • Identify and support obtentions of permits, certificates and licenses required for imports and transfers of our products.\n, • Perform active surveillance of suspensions of product licenses and quotas in the UK / EU.\n, • Work with internal and external stakeholders to maintain visibility of current and future regulation changes. Assess potential business impacts and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders.\n, • Monitor any changes to tariffs, anti-dumping duties, quotas, permits, etc. and support the business to adapt to those changes.\n, • Verify the presence of our products under restricted items listings (Security Trade Compliance controls).\n\n As part of their role, the Supply Chain Compliance Officer will perform a business-critical advisory role to the business as a subject matter expert: \n\n • Develop procedures and work instructions with supply chain, logistics and quality teams to ensure they can execute appropriate checks in their day-to-day activities.\n, • Develop and roll out appropriate training across the organisation as needed.\n, • Drive knowledge sharing on all compliance topic, collaborating with US, China and NAGASE team as needed.\n, • Support internal and external compliance processes and audits. Develop improvement plans to address gaps identified during audits and verification processes.\n, • Support other members of staff on an ad-hoc basis when difficult cases with customs clearance / port health arise.\n, • Help ensure that our imports and transfers comply with customs regulations.\n, • Support operational projects to deliver compliance for the business on supply chain matters.\n, • Maintain an active network of external support, through our import and export partners.\n\n Does this sound like you: \n\n • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within the food, feed, or personal care sector.\n, • Strong knowledge of commodity codes, tariff codes and import and export requirements for products, preferably from within the food, feed, or personal care sector.\n, • Understanding of dangerous goods classification and handling (by air, by road and sea) would be an advantage.\n, • Strong understanding of Customs procedures, excise regulations and global trade compliance.\n, • Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements into operational processes.\n, • Pre-emptive approach to compliance, continuous improvement and issue resolution.\n, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).\n, • Ability to provide guidance and training to non-expert stakeholders.\n, • Strong interpersonal skills, build trusted relationships quickly.\n, • Strong organisational skills and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and support operational demands.\n, • Proactive, detail-oriented, and confident working independently or in cross-functional teams.\n, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.\n\n Click apply and you will be taken to our careers page where you can complete your application.

Reverse Logistics Specialist required \n Shipping & Logistics Specialist required to support reverse logistics and liquidation operations across the UK and Europe. This role focuses on ensuring returned inventory is processed efficiently, accurately inspected, and directed into the most effective resale or liquidation channels to maximise recovery value. \n Working closely with external vendors and internal teams, the successful candidate will help maintain smooth operations, monitor vendor performance, and ensure compliance with UK and EU regulations. The role also involves reviewing financial data, reconciling reports, and supporting continuous improvement across return and liquidation processes. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Manage the end-to-end handling of returned and liquidated inventory\n, • Coordinate with third-party vendors to ensure SLA performance and resolve issues\n, • Support compliance with VAT, customs, and Importer of Record requirements\n, • Review and reconcile sales reports and vendor invoices\n, • Assist with purchase orders, accruals, and payment processes\n, • Analyse data and produce reports to track performance and drive improvements\n\n About you \n\n • 3-5+ years' experience in logistics, supply chain, or reverse logistics\n, • Experience working with external vendors or logistics partners\n, • Strong analytical and organisational skills\n, • Proficient in SQL, Excel, and data reporting tools (eg Tableau)\n, • Confident communicator with a collaborative approach\n, • Familiarity with UK/EU regulations is advantageous\n\n This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in optimising logistics operations and driving efficiency across international markets. \n YOU MUST possess experience in reverse logistics or have experience analysing logistic partner performance

Our client is looking for an experienced ocean import & pricing coordinator. Location is Heathrow Salary £38-43k \n Outline of the role : \n Manage import sea freight shipments from origin to final delivery while supporting the commercial team with ocean freight pricing, quotations, and carrier rate management. The successful candidate will ensure efficient shipment execution, maintain strong relationships with carriers and suppliers, and provide competitive pricing solutions to customers. \n Ocean Import Operations \n\n • Manage end-to-end ocean import shipments from booking through delivery.\n, • Coordinate with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers, warehouses, and customers.\n, • Monitor shipment progress and proactively communicate updates to clients.\n, • Arrange customs clearance and ensure compliance with UK import regulations.\n, • Prepare and review shipping documentation\n, • Resolve shipment delays, discrepancies, and service issues.\n, • Ensure all operational files are completed accurately and within company KPIs.\n, • Maintain accurate shipment records in the freight management system.\n, • Verify supplier invoices and approve operational costs.\n\n Pricing & Commercial Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare competitive ocean freight import quotations for customers and sales teams.\n, • Negotiate rates with shipping lines, NVOCCs, and overseas agents.\n, • Maintain carrier tariffs, contract rates, and surcharge updates.\n, • Analyse market conditions and carrier pricing trends.\n, • Support tender submissions and customer RFQs.\n, • Calculate freight costs, local charges, customs fees, and delivery costs.\n, • Ensure pricing accuracy and profitability targets are achieved.\n, • Develop and maintain relationships with carriers and service providers.\n, • Promote use of Cargowise functions for quotations to help towards paperless operations\n\n

Job Title: Personal Tax Assistant Manager - International Team \n Location: City of London - 2 days in office, 3 days from home \n Salary: £58,000 - £64,000 (DOE) + benefits! \n \n The Role: \n My client are recruiting for a strong Personal Tax Assistant Manager to join their International Private Client tax in London. The role is primarily focused on the provision of high-quality personal tax compliance but also includes the provision of tax advice over the course of the year for our varied and complex client base. You will work with a varied portfolio of clients whose affairs are often complex and international in scope, including: \n\n • High and ultra-high net worth individuals\n, • Long term residents and internationally mobile clients\n, • Multi-jurisdictional structures, including UK and offshore trusts\n, • Partnerships\n\n The Responsibilities: \n\n • You will be responsible for the delivery of all aspects of the tax compliance cycle on a timely basis on your client portfolio,\n, • You will prepare tax returns for complex and varied client base,\n, • You will prepare written correspondence for clients and deal with HM Revenue & Customs in connection with the clients' affairs,\n, • You will have the opportunity to correspond directly with clients, family office representatives and other key stakeholders and you will attend client meetings,\n, • You will work with managers, senior managers, directors and partners to deliver tax advice and tax planning for clients,\n, • You will be responsible for monitoring WIPs and budgets, ensuring work is billed on completion and ensuring debts are chased.\n\n About You: \n\n • ATT and/or CTA qualified\n, • A positive and enthusiastic attitude\n, • A high level of motivation, ability and commitment\n, • Experience of management as they will be managing their own portfolio whilst also being responsible for overseeing and reviewing the work of more junior tax staff\n, • Experienced in the delivery and management of personal tax compliance services\n, • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills are essential to ensure all deadlines are met\n, • Experience in the provision of tax advice covering income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax. The exact mix of advisory will be tailored to the strengths of the individual, but a broad base across all tax areas is sought after\n, • Experience in working with clients with international considerations, examples of which may include the FIG regime, former remittance basis users, statutory residence test, tax treaty issues, cross-border business and investments, and/or offshore trusts\n, • Confident communicator to colleagues, partners and clients\n, • Comfortable working on their own initiative as well as being a good team player\n, • High attention to detail and the ability to work in a timely manner\n, • Excellent IT skills\n

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a leading logistics organisation based at their Heathrow warehouse facility. \n We are currently recruiting for a Compliance Manager to support the business across regulatory compliance, audits, governance, customs processes, and risk management. \n This is an office-based role, working Monday - Friday in the London Heathrow area. \n \n Key responsibilities of a Compliance Manager: \n\n • Managing internal and external compliance audits\n, • Supporting customs clearance and MOU compliance processes\n, • Assisting with Civil Aviation Authority compliance requirements\n, • Developing and improving risk & compliance frameworks\n, • Supporting Health & Safety initiatives across the business\n, • Chairing risk committee meetings and providing compliance guidance\n, • Liaising with regulatory bodies and key internal stakeholders\n\n \n The Successful Candidate will have: \n\n • Previous Compliance Management experience\n, • Customs clearance knowledge including MOU/BIRDS - essential\n, • Strong understanding of UK compliance and regulatory frameworks\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n, • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities\n, • Strong analytical and organisational skills\n\n \n Benefits of the Compliance Manager opportunity: \n\n • Salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience.\n, • Full-time permanent opportunity\n, • Career progression opportunities\n, • Working within a very busy e-commerce and logistics industry\n, • Supportive and professional working environment\n, • Ability to grow within the role \n\n \n If this Compliance Manager role sounds of interest, please apply online now!

The Skills You'll Need: 3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory \n Your New Salary: £40-50k \n Office based OR Hybrid: 4 days a week in the office (Central London). 1 at home. Could be flexible. \n Job Status: Permanent \n Start: ASAP \n Working hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.15pm (Can flex), 45 min break (37.5 hour week) \n \n Who you'll be working for: One of the fastest growing coffee companies in the UK. \n \n Logistics Specialist - What You'll be Doing: \n Logistics Operations \n\n • Coordinate inbound requirements and outbound shipments to UK and ROI customers.\n, • Oversee the flow of goods from Sweden and Latvia through warehousing and transportation to customers.\n, • Work with 3PL partners to ensure deliveries are efficient, cost-effective and aligned with customer requirements.\n, • Track shipments and proactively resolve delivery issues in line with company processes.\n, • Liaise with customer supply chain teams to support smooth order flow and high service levels.\n, • Work closely with the UK Order Desk to ensure a seamless customer experience from order placement through to delivery.\n, • Support compliance with customs, transport, safety and quality requirements.\n\n Logistics Specialist - Stock Planning & Inventory Management \n\n • Coordinate UK stock planning activities in partnership with Sales and Head Office.\n, • Consolidate demand information provided by Sales to support stock planning\n, • Share agreed locked forecasts with Head Office and planning as well as provide updates for any deviations\n, • Monitor UK stock levels, identifying risks to availability or excess inventory.\n, • Support inventory management and stock accuracy.\n, • Provide regular stock and inventory updates to UK and Head Office stakeholders.\n, • Highlight potential supply risks and recommend actions to maintain customer service.\n\n Logistics Specialist - 3PL & Supplier Coordination \n\n • Manage day-to-day communication with UK and ROI 3PL partners.\n, • Monitor 3PL performance against agreed service levels and KPIs.\n, • Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities with logistics partners.\n, • Support route optimisation and transport cost efficiency while maintaining service levels.\n\n Logistics Specialist - Reporting & Continuous Improvement \n\n • Produce regular reporting on logistics performance, stock availability, inventory and service levels.\n, • Support Logistics Manager with budget tracking by monitoring costs and highlighting variances.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve logistics processes, stock flow, delivery performance and customer service.\n, • Support audits, reporting activities, optimisation projects and traceability or recall exercises.\n\n \n Logistics Specialist - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: \n\n • Experience in logistics, customer operations, inventory management or stock planning ideally within FMCG, retail, wholesale or out-of-home supply chains.\n, • Strong understanding of UK customer supply chains.\n, • Experience working with 3PL providers.\n, • Confident managing shipment coordination and delivery performance.\n, • Experience supporting stock planning and inventory management.\n, • Strong analytical and organisational skills.\n, • Good commercial awareness and cost focus.\n, • Confident communicator across internal and external stakeholders.\n, • Comfortable working with international teams and warehouse operations.\n, • Continuous improvement mindset.\n\n \n \n We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. \n People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, year of birth, relationship status or whether or not they have a disability. \n People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

Our client, a well-established freight forwarding and logistics company based local in Heathrow, is seeking an experienced Airfreight Import Operative to join their growing import team. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an import professional with strong customs knowledge and experience managing high-value shipments in a fast-paced airfreight environment. \n Will be responsible for coordinating airfreight import shipments from arrival through to customs clearance and final delivery, ensuring all shipments are handled efficiently and in compliance with UK customs regulations. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Plan and manage inbound airfreight shipments in line with customer requirements.\n, • Prepare and submit customs documentation, including import declarations and CITES documentation.\n, • Arrange import customs clearances and coordinate deliveries.\n, • Liaise with airlines, airport handlers, transport providers and customs authorities.\n, • Provide customers with regular shipment updates and resolve any operational issues.\n, • Maintain accurate shipping files and operational records.\n, • Monitor shipment status and ensure all deadlines are met.\n, • Support the wider import team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.\n, • Ensure company quality procedures and compliance standards are followed at all times.\nRequirements\n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • Previous experience within airfreight imports or freight forwarding (essential).\n, • Experience handling high-value goods is highly desirable.\n, • Good knowledge of UK customs regulations and import procedures.\n, • Experience with import regimes including Bonded Warehousing, Inward Processing Relief (IPR) and Temporary Importation (TIB).\n, • Working knowledge of CDS.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple shipments simultaneously.\n, • Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n, • A proactive approach and the ability to work effectively under pressure.\n, • Knowledge of AS400, SAP and Microsoft Office would be advantageous.\n, • Fluent English is essential.\n, • Italian and/or French language skills would be beneficial.\n\n Successful applicants will be required to pass a full DBS check and meet aviation security screening requirements. \n

Air Import Operator\n Right Now Group are recruiting for an experienced Air Import Operator on behalf of a well-established, specialist freight forwarding company based near Heathrow Airport. \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy import operations team, managing international airfreight shipments from start to finish for a diverse portfolio of customers. Working within a fast-paced freight forwarding environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring shipments are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with customs and compliance requirements. \n The successful candidate will have previous experience working within Air Imports and will be confident managing the complete import process, from receiving pre-alerts through to customs clearance and final delivery. Key Responsibilities of an Air Import Operator\n\n • Manage international air import shipments from start to finish.\n, • Complete import customs clearances accurately and in accordance with HMRC regulations.\n, • Prepare and process MAWBs and HAWBs.\n, • Book and process pre-alerts received from overseas agents.\n, • Liaise with customers to obtain customs clearance instructions and delivery requirements.\n, • Coordinate with overseas agents, airlines, transport providers and internal departments to ensure smooth shipment movement.\n, • Ensure all import documentation is completed accurately and within required deadlines.\n, • Provide regular shipment updates and deliver excellent customer service throughout the import process.\n, • Maintain compliance with customs legislation, aviation security requirements and company procedures.\nSkills & Experience Required for an Air Import Operator\n\n, • Previous experience working within Air Imports or Airfreight Operations.\n, • Experience managing air import consignments from start to finish.\n, • Strong knowledge of customs clearance procedures.\n, • Experience preparing and processing MAWBs and HAWBs.\n, • Good understanding of Air Freight and Road Freight operations.\n, • Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple shipments.\n, • Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced freight forwarding environment.\n, • Ability to successfully complete a 5-year checkable employment history and DBS check.\nSalary & Benefits for an Air Import Operator\n\n, • Salary between £32,000 - £38,000, depending on experience.\n, • Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00.\n, • Permanent, full-time position based in Feltham (Heathrow).\n, • Opportunity to join a specialist freight forwarding business with an excellent reputation.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n, • Long-term career progression within a growing logistics organisation.\nWhy Apply for this Air Import Operator Position?\n This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected freight forwarding business where you'll become part of an experienced operations team handling high-value international airfreight shipments. \n You'll take ownership of shipments from arrival through to final delivery, working closely with customers, overseas agents and customs authorities to ensure freight moves efficiently and compliantly. If you're looking to further your career within airfreight imports and join a business that values experience, professionalism and customer service, this could be the ideal next step. \n This role would suit an experienced Air Import Operator, Air Import Clerk, Airfreight Import Coordinator, Import Clerk, Airfreight Operator or Freight Forwarder looking to progress their career within a successful freight forwarding organisation. \n Suitable candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.

We have a new opportunity to join a dynamic and progressive Freight Forwarder as Import Manager. \n Our client is looking for an experienced Import Manager with a strong operational backgound, freight forwarding background and a proven ability to lead and develop teams. \n -Minimum 7-10 years' experience within import, customs, freight forwarding or logistics operations. \n -A minimum of 5 years' management experience, leading operational teams within a fast-paced forwarding or logistics environment \n -Proven leadership capability, including coaching, performance management, employee development, succession planning, recruitment and team engagement. \n -Experience managing departmental performance through KPIs, service levels, productivity measures, resource planning and continuous improvement initiatives. \n -Strong commercial awareness, with responsibility for departmental budgets, cost control and P&L performance. \n -Strong understanding of international freight forwarding operations, including air freight, customs brokerage and multimodal transport movements. \n -Excellent knowledge of HMRC regulations, customs compliance requirements and import processes. \n -Ability to act as the senior escalation point for operational, customs, compliance and customer service matters. \n -Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, carriers, customs authorities and overseas partners. \n -Comfortable leading customer business reviews, supporting new customer implementations and working closely with commercial teams to drive growth. \n -Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a customer-focused mindset and the ability to collaborate across multiple functions. \n \n Role will include the following aspects: \n -Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and support to direct reports and the wider team to achieve operational and business objectives. \n -Conduct performance reviews, goal setting, and development planning for direct reports while supporting the growth and development of the wider team. \n -Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention activities to ensure appropriate staffing levels and succession planning. \n -Ensure the efficient and compliant processing of all import shipments in line with customer requirements and company standards. \n -Maintain compliance with HMRC regulations, customs legislation, trade compliance requirements, and internal policies. \n -Act as the primary escalation point for operational, customs, compliance, and customer service issues. \n -Monitor departmental KPIs, productivity, service levels, and operational performance, implementing corrective actions where necessary. \n -Lead the import department to achieve operational, financial, and budgetary targets through effective management of departmental P&L, resource utilization, cost control, and productivity performance \n -Manage workload allocation and resource planning across the team to maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction. \n -Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, customs authorities, carriers, and overseas partners. \n -Develop, review, and implement standard operating procedures and continuous improvement initiatives. \n \n Salary up to £65K plus car allowance. \n Private Healthcare \n 26 Days annual leave

New vacancy: Import Brokerage Clerk - Road and Sea Freight \n We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Customs Clearance Coordinator to join their customs team. This office-based role will primarily involve handling UK road freight import customs clearances, with some sea freight entries. \n Location: Office-based \n Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:30 \n Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience) \n Key Responsibilities\n\n • Manage the preparation and submission of UK import customs declarations.\n, • Process customs entries through CDS using ASM Sequoia.\n, • Complete IPAFFS notifications for applicable import shipments.\n, • Review import documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with customs requirements.\n, • Communicate with customers, hauliers, ports and government agencies to support the customs clearance process.\n, • Track the progress of customs entries and resolve any clearance issues or delays.\n, • Maintain accurate customs records in line with HMRC regulations.\n, • Deliver a high standard of customer service by providing timely updates and support throughout the import process.\nRequirements\n\n, • Previous experience working within a UK customs clearance or brokerage environment.\n, • Good understanding of UK import customs legislation and procedures.\n, • Hands-on experience processing road freight import declarations.\n, • Familiarity with sea freight import customs processes.\n, • Proficient in using ASM Sequoia and the CDS platform.\n, • Knowledge of IPAFFS and import notification requirements.\n, • Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.\n, • Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused approach.\n, • Confident using Microsoft Office applications.\n\n If you have the experience and skills we're looking for and are ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered.

Freightserve recruitment are looking for two Import Air Operators for a major Freight Forwarder based in the Heathrow area. \n Duties:- \n\n • Dealing with all Air Import shipments from start to finish\n, • Prepare and process all necessary documentation for importing goods via airfreight.\n, • Processing CDS customs entries on Cargowise\n, • Dealing with various commodities\n, • Coordinate with customs authorities to ensure timely and accurate customs clearance of imported goods, including classification and compliance with import regulations and duties.\n, • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and customers regarding imported shipments, providing them with shipment status updates, addressing inquiries and concerns and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.\n, • Monitor the movement of imported freight from the point of origin to its final destination, tracking shipment statuses and providing regular updates to clients and stakeholders.\n, • Complete all quotations\n, • Invoicing shipments\n\n Required experience:- \n\n • CDS entry Experience\n, • Air imports (start to finish)\n, • Full 5 year checkable work history and DBS\n\n Working hours are based on a Monday - Friday basis (9 hours shifts), hours are negotiable. \n Company can offer some WFH once fully trained. \n As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.

Ocean Freight Forwarder Imports \n Location: Heathrow \n Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum \n Hybrid Working: 2 Days Per Week from Home \n Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time \n We are recruiting an Ocean Freight Coordinator based in LHR for a global freight forwarder. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Ocean Freight Coordinator to join their dynamic operations team. \n The Role \n The successful candidate will be responsible for managing ocean freight import shipments from start to finish. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Manage the end-to-end Ocean Freight import process.\n, • Coordinate international sea freight shipments from origin to destination.\n, • Prepare and process import documentation, including Bills of Lading, commercial invoices, packing lists and certificates of origin.\n, • Ensure compliance with customs regulations and import procedures.\n, • Liaise with shipping lines, overseas agents, suppliers and customers regarding shipment status and updates.\n, • Monitor shipments and proactively resolve delays, customs holds and documentation discrepancies.\n, • Maintain accurate shipment records within the company logistics system.\n, • Produce operational and management reports as required.\n, • Identify cost-effective shipping routes and solutions.\n, • Work closely with sales, warehouse and finance teams to support business objectives.\n, • Keep up to date with industry regulations and customs legislation.\n\n Requirements \n\n • Previous experience within Ocean Freight / Sea Freight Forwarding.\n, • Strong knowledge of Ocean Freight imports.\n, • Excellent organisational and time management skills.\n, • Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines simultaneously.\n, • Strong communication and customer service skills.\n\n

Air Export Coordinator \n Right Now Group are working with a leading global freight forwarding business based at London Heathrow, who are looking to appoint an experienced Air Export Coordinator to join their established Air Freight team. \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced operation specialising in the movement of temperature-sensitive and time-critical cargo. You'll play a key role in ensuring export shipments are handled efficiently from booking through to departure, whilst delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining full compliance with customs and airline regulations. \n Key Responsibilities of an Air Export Coordinator \n\n • Manage the end-to-end air export process for temperature-sensitive and time-critical shipments.\n, • Arrange airline bookings and coordinate collections, deliveries and supplier requirements.\n, • Complete export customs entries accurately and independently.\n, • Prepare and process all export documentation, including MAWBs, HAWBs, commercial invoices and customs paperwork.\n, • Liaise with customers, airlines, overseas agents, hauliers and warehouse teams to ensure shipments move efficiently.\n, • Provide proactive shipment updates and resolve operational issues where required.\n, • Monitor shipment progress to ensure customer service levels and delivery deadlines are achieved.\n, • Ensure all operational files are completed accurately and invoiced in a timely manner.\n, • Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and internal departments.\n\n Skills & Experience Required \n\n • Previous experience working within Air Export Freight Forwarding is essential.\n, • Experience handling temperature-controlled, pharmaceutical or perishable shipments would be advantageous.\n, • Confident completing export customs entries without supervision.\n, • Strong understanding of export documentation and HMRC customs procedures.\n, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple shipments simultaneously.\n, • Strong communication skills with the confidence to liaise with customers, overseas agents and airlines.\n, • IT literate with experience using Microsoft Office and freight forwarding systems.\n, • A proactive, organised and customer-focused approach.\n\n Salary & Benefits \n\n • £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)\n, • 4 On / 4 Off Days\n, • 06:00 - 18:00\n, • Join a well-established global freight forwarding business.\n, • Excellent long-term career development opportunities.\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment.\n, • Work within a busy operation handling specialist, time-critical cargo.\n\n Why Apply? \n If you're looking to join a respected global freight forwarding business where you'll have responsibility for managing shipments from start to finish, this is an excellent opportunity. \n You'll become part of a knowledgeable and supportive team, working within a modern Heathrow operation handling high-value, temperature-sensitive freight for customers across the world. This role offers stability, variety and genuine long-term career prospects within one of the industry's leading logistics providers. \n This role would suit: \n This role would suit an experienced Air Export Coordinator, Air Export Clerk, Air Export Operator, Air Freight Coordinator, Export Freight Forwarder, Air Freight Operator, Air Export Executive, Export Operations Coordinator, Air Cargo Coordinator, Freight Forwarding Coordinator, Air Logistics Coordinator or Export Specialist looking to further their career within a global freight forwarding organisation

FRENCH SELECTION (FS) \n French Speaking Logistics Coordinator \n Location: London \n Hybrid work: Hybrid working available \n Salary: circa £36,000 per annum plus profit share scheme and excellent benefits package \n Ref: 725OP \n \n To apply using our preferred format, please visit the French Selection website, go to the vacancies page and search for job reference: 725OP \n \n The company: \n A well-established international organisation operating within the B2B marketplace, providing specialist logistics, technology and operational solutions to a global client base. \n \n Main duties: To coordinate domestic and international logistics operations, ensuring the efficient movement of goods while delivering excellent service to French and English-speaking customers. \n \n The role: \n • Coordinate domestic and international shipments from booking through to final delivery. \n • Liaise with freight carriers, warehouses and customers to ensure timely and efficient fulfilment. \n • Monitor shipments and proactively resolve delays, exceptions and delivery issues. \n • Prepare shipping documentation, customs paperwork and compliance records. \n • Maintain accurate inventory and shipment data across internal systems. \n • Analyse logistics performance, costs and service levels, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. \n • Support relationships with logistics providers and freight partners. \n • Investigate and resolve customer logistics queries, claims and shipment issues. \n • Work closely with customer service, warehouse and commercial teams to coordinate priorities. \n • Communicate effectively in French and English with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders. \n \n The candidate: \n • Fluent in French and English, both written and spoken (essential). \n • Previous experience in logistics, supply chain, shipping or export coordination. \n • Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. \n • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. \n • Experience of warehouse operations and stock processing. \n • High level of accuracy and attention to detail. \n • Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret logistics data and produce reports. \n • Knowledge of customs procedures and international shipping documentation would be advantageous. \n • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. \n \n The salary: circa £36,000 per annum plus profit share scheme and excellent benefits package (including healthcare) \n \n French Selection, leading UK-based consultancy specialising in the recruitment of bilingual and multilingual professionals for international business (industries and services). We are the leading recruitment consultancy for German, French, Italian and Spanish speaking positions. Also recruiting for positions with other languages such as Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Scandinavian languages, Mandarin, Japanese and Arabic.

Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a growing electrical cable wholesaler at a pivotal stage of expansion within the UK, with the search & selection of a Procurement Manager, for their UK operations. Sourcing products from the Middle East and North Africa markets, this is a key role for an experienced procurement professional who can build and manage a robust supplier base across Türkiye, Egypt, Tunisia and the wider MENA region, ensuring reliable, high-quality supply into the UK. You’ll have the autonomy to shape sourcing strategy while working closely with senior leadership in ErithAbout the Role: This role is responsible for leading end-to-end procurement of electrical cables from international suppliers, with a focus on strategic sourcing and supply chain optimisation across MENA markets. You will drive supplier selection, contract negotiation and performance management to secure competitive pricing, consistent quality and dependable delivery. Your work will directly impact margin, service levels and the company’s ability to meet growing customer demand.Key Responsibilities: Identify, evaluate and onboard new electrical cable suppliers across Türkiye, Egypt, Tunisia and the wider MENA region. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to optimise cost, quality and lead times while maintaining supply continuity. Negotiate commercial terms, contracts and service-level agreements with international vendors. Manage ongoing vendor relationships, including performance reviews, corrective actions and continuous improvement. Coordinate international procurement activities, including order placement, shipment tracking and customs-related documentation. Monitor supplier quality and compliance, working with internal teams to resolve technical or quality issues. Assess supply chain risks in target regions and implement mitigation strategies to protect availability and pricing. Collaborate with internal stakeholders in sales, operations and finance to align procurement plans with business needs.Key Requirements: Proven experience in procurement or purchasing within electrical cable, electrical distribution, or a closely related industrial sector. Strong knowledge of electrical cable products, specifications and technical considerations relevant to wholesale and distribution. Demonstrable track record in strategic sourcing and supplier selection in international markets. Experience negotiating contracts and commercial agreements with overseas vendors. Familiarity with international procurement processes, incoterms and cross-border trade practices. Ability to analyse supplier performance data and drive measurable improvements in cost, quality and delivery. Strong stakeholder communication skills, with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships. Willingness and ability to undertake regular international travel to Türkiye, Egypt, Tunisia and wider MENA regions.Desirable Skills: Existing supplier networks or contacts within the MENA electrical cable or electrical components market. Experience working with wholesalers or distributors in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment. Knowledge of regional logistics, shipping routes and customs requirements across MENA. Exposure to supply chain risk management tools or methodologies. Basic language skills in Turkish, Arabic or French.Qualifications: Degree-level education in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS or equivalent) preferred. Additional training or certification in international trade, logistics or contract management advantageous.If you are a commercially focused procurement professional with strong international experience and a deep understanding of electrical cable products, this role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact—apply now to be considered.

reightserve recruitment are looking for an experienced AOG Export and Import people for well established and Niche sector Freight Forwarders based in Heathrow area. \n Job Description:- \n\n • Dealing with AOG's shipments (start to finish) - Either Export or Imports\n\n For Exports:- \n\n • Preparing Export consignments for shipping, ensuring all consignments depart from the UK in accordance with the client’s requirements.\n, • Handle and monitor all consignments ensuring compliance with all agreed company policies.\n, • Completing MAWB’s and HAWB's\n, • Completion of NES Customs entries\n, • Issuing of consignment security letters and airline lodge paperwork.\n, • Dealing with overseas agents.\n, • Dealing with telephone enquiries from both internal & external departments accurately and efficiently.\n\n For Imports:- \n\n • Completing Import customs entries\n, • Liaising with Airlines, GSA's and Handling Agents\n, • Dealing with Overseas Agent\n\n All hours and Shifts required!!!!! \n As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.

Job Title: Customer Service Coordinator – European Transport & Logistics \n Location: North KentHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (1-hour lunch break)Contract: Full-Time, PermanentHybrid Working: One day per week working from home available after successful completion of the 6-month probation period. \n About the Role \n We are seeking an experienced and proactive Customer Service Coordinator to join our European Road Freight team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in transport, logistics, or freight forwarding who can provide outstanding customer service while coordinating European traffic movements. \n The successful candidate will act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring shipments are managed efficiently from booking through to delivery. Experience of European road freight operations and knowledge of groupage services, trailer types, and load configurations will be highly advantageous. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Manage customer enquiries, bookings, and shipment updates in a professional and timely manner.\n, • Coordinate European transport movements, ensuring customer requirements are met.\n, • Liaise daily with customers, hauliers, drivers, overseas agents, and internal departments.\n, • Monitor the progress of shipments and proactively communicate any delays or issues.\n, • Process transport documentation accurately and efficiently.\n, • Provide customers with quotations and service information where required.\n, • Ensure all customer records and job files are maintained accurately within the transport management system.\n, • Investigate and resolve customer queries, delivery issues, and service concerns.\n, • Track vehicle movements and delivery performance to ensure service levels are achieved.\n, • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and transport partners.\n, • Support the wider operations team during periods of high volume and peak demand.\n, • Ensure compliance with company procedures and transport regulations.\n\n Essential Requirements \n\n • Previous experience in a Customer Service Coordinator, Transport Coordinator, Freight Forwarding, or Logistics Customer Service role.\n, • Strong understanding of European road freight operations.\n, • Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n, • Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.\n, • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.\n, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.\n, • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem solving.\n\n Desirable Requirements \n\n • Knowledge of groupage, part loads, and full trailer loads (FTL).\n, • Understanding of different trailer types and load configurations.\n, • Experience working with European transport networks and overseas partners.\n, • Knowledge of customs procedures and post-Brexit European freight requirements.\n, • Experience using transport management systems (TMS).\n\n Personal Attributes \n\n • Customer-focused and solutions-driven.\n, • Calm under pressure and able to manage changing priorities.\n, • Strong relationship-building skills.\n, • Professional and positive attitude.\n, • Reliable, flexible, and team-oriented.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary dependent on experience.\n, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Opportunities for training and career development.\n, • Hybrid working option (1 day per week from home after successful completion of the 6-month probation period).\n

Our client is a well-established international freight forwarding group with a strong UK presence and a proven record of profitability, stability and growth. They are now seeking a Business Development Manager to generate new opportunities across selected industry sectors. This is not a high-volume cold-calling position; the focus is on using established industry relationships to open doors, shorten sales cycles and secure meaningful commercial conversations. \n Working closely with senior leadership, the successful candidate will identify, develop and convert new business opportunities while promoting specialist services across freight forwarding, customs, GDP, temperature-controlled logistics and international supply chain solutions. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Generate new commercial opportunities across the pharmaceutical, , automotive and food sectors.\n, • Create, nurture and convert a pipeline of profitable new customer accounts.\n, • Lead the sales process from initial prospecting and qualification through to handover and implementation.\n, • Arrange and deliver customer meetings, presentations and commercial discussions.\n, • Present specialist logistics solutions, including GDP-compliant services, customs support, ATA carnets and temperature-controlled operations.\n, • Keep CRM records, activity updates and pipeline reporting accurate and up to date.\n, • Collaborate with operational colleagues to support a smooth customer onboarding process and effective service delivery.\n\n What We're Looking For \n\n • At least five years' experience in freight forwarding, logistics, 3PL or supply chain business development.\n, • A proven network of customer contacts in at least one of the following sectors:\n, • Pharmaceutical\n, • Manufacturing\n, • Automotive\n\n Processing Your Data \n Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. \n Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. \n All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Compliance Manager for a well-established Logistics company based in the Heathrow area. \n Job Purpose: \n The Compliance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation adheres to all relevant regulatory, safety, contractual and ethical standards. This position encompasses managing and conducting audits, supporting with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) compliance requirements, assisting with Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) obligations for customs clearance, addressing health and safety regulations in conjunction with external H & S experts, and developing a robust risk and compliance framework whilst supporting the Head of Legal in ensuring that contractual obligations are complied with. The role also requires leadership in promoting anti-bribery, corruption, and modern slavery compliance, together with ensuring teams are supported in managing risks effectively, including chairing risk committee meetings to enhance departmental governance and awareness. \n Key Responsibilities \n Audit and Regulatory Compliance: \n o Plan, conduct, and oversee internal and external audits to ensure adherence to regulatory, contractual and organisational standards. \n o Support teams with any remedial actions in response to audits. \n o Develop and implement an appropriate audit cycle to include a programme of monthly and yearly audits (as applicable). \n o Liaise with governmental and regulatory bodies together with external consultants, in order to support the Head of Legal and various teams in managing their compliance aspects across the business. \n o Design and deliver training as may be necessary. \n Customs Clearance, Civil Aviation Authority and Contractual Agreements: \n o Audit MOU customs clearance processes and procedures, ensuring all requirements are met effectively and efficiently. \n o Support with Civil Aviation Authority compliance requirements such as clearance checks on employees. \n o Support the Head of Legal in cascading key contractual requirements to relevant departments. \n o Support with the management and maintenance of authorisations and accreditations. \n o Be a point of contact for the business in relation to queries or new developments. \n Health and Safety Compliance: \n o Ensure the organisation is aware of and complies with UK Health and Safety laws and guidelines in conjunction with an external Health and Safety consultant. \n o Collaborate with relevant teams (including supporting the Head of HR) to implement and monitor Health and Safety initiatives and carry out internal audits as required. \n Risk and Compliance Programme Development: \n o Develop, implement, and regularly review a comprehensive risk and compliance programme tailored to organisational needs. \n o Create and develop templates to support departmental management of risk and compliance initiatives. \n o Monitor ongoing compliance and mitigate identified risks. \n Anti-Bribery, Corruption, Modern Slavery, Data Protection and Information Security: \n o Support and promote compliance with anti-bribery, corruption, modern slavery, Data Protection and Information Security laws/regulations through training (including procuring specialist external training), policy implementation, and monitoring. \n o Investigate and resolve compliance breaches in a timely manner and support the Head of Legal in liaising with governmental and regulatory bodies as required. \n o Assist with assessments of supply chain compliance, including reporting findings and supporting suppliers with required remedial measures (as appropriate). \n Governance and Committee Leadership: \n o Chair risk committee meetings, driving discussions on compliance risks, controls, and mitigations. \n o Provide comprehensive reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders to ensure a robust risk and compliance environment is achieved. \n Qualifications & Experience: \n • Customs clearance experience and knowledge is required e.g. MOU, BIRDS. \n • Experience of Civil Aviation Authority regulations is not required but is desirable, however training can be provided in this area. \n • Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements/frameworks within the UK. \n • Experience in supporting teams business wide to enhance and develop their compliance knowledge and management of risks. \n • Proven experience in risk management, compliance programme development, and governance. \n • Understanding of anti-bribery, corruption, and modern slavery compliance frameworks is desirable, however training can be provided in this area. \n • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience in chairing committees or cross-functional meetings. \n • Experience of liaising with regulatory or governmental bodies together with effective senior stakeholder management. \n Skills & Competencies: \n • Analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail. \n • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. \n • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. \n • Proficiency in relevant compliance tools/frameworks and software is advantageous. \n Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): \n • Timely and successful completion of audits and regulatory submissions. \n • Reduction in compliance risks and breaches. \n • Effective implementation of compliance training and awareness programmes. \n As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry.

Air Export Operator\n Right Now Group are recruiting for an experienced Air Export Operator on behalf of a well-established, specialist freight forwarding company based near Heathrow Airport. \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy export operations team, managing international airfreight shipments from start to finish for a diverse portfolio of customers. Working within a fast-paced freight forwarding environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring export shipments are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with customs, airline and compliance requirements. \n The successful candidate will have previous experience working within Air Exports and will be confident managing the complete export process, from booking shipments and preparing documentation through to customs clearance and departure. Key Responsibilities of an Air Export Operator\n\n • Manage international air export shipments from start to finish.\n, • Complete export customs declarations accurately and in accordance with HMRC regulations.\n, • Prepare and process MAWBs and HAWBs.\n, • Book shipments with airlines and overseas agents.\n, • Liaise with customers to obtain shipping instructions and export documentation.\n, • Coordinate with airlines, overseas agents, transport providers and warehouse teams to ensure the smooth movement of export freight.\n, • Ensure all export documentation is completed accurately and within required deadlines.\n, • Provide regular shipment updates and deliver excellent customer service throughout the export process.\n, • Maintain compliance with customs legislation, aviation security requirements and company procedures.\nSkills & Experience Required for an Air Export Operator\n\n, • Previous experience working within Air Exports or Airfreight Operations.\n, • Experience managing air export consignments from start to finish.\n, • Strong knowledge of export customs procedures.\n, • Experience preparing and processing MAWBs and HAWBs.\n, • Good understanding of Air Freight and Road Freight operations.\n, • Excellent communication and customer service skills.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple shipments.\n, • Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced freight forwarding environment.\n, • Ability to successfully complete a 5-year checkable employment history and DBS check.\nSalary & Benefits for an Air Export Operator\n\n, • Salary between £32,000 - £38,000, depending on experience.\n, • Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00.\n, • Permanent, full-time position based in Feltham (Heathrow).\n, • Opportunity to join a specialist freight forwarding business with an excellent reputation.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n, • Long-term career progression within a growing logistics organisation.\nWhy Apply for this Air Export Operator Position?\n This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected freight forwarding business where you'll become part of an experienced operations team handling high-value international airfreight export shipments. \n You'll take ownership of shipments from booking through to departure, working closely with customers, airlines, overseas agents and warehouse teams to ensure freight moves efficiently and compliantly. If you're looking to further your career within airfreight exports and join a business that values experience, professionalism and customer service, this could be the ideal next step. \n This role would suit an experienced Air Export Operator, Air Export Clerk, Airfreight Export Coordinator, Export Clerk, Airfreight Operator or Freight Forwarder looking to progress their career within a successful freight forwarding organisation.

Job Title: Private Client Tax Manager \n Location: City of London - 2 days in office, 3 days from home \n Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 (DOE) + benefits package! \n \n The Role: \n I am seeking an enthusiastic Private Client Tax Manager to join a International Private Client tax team in London. \n The role is focused on the provision of high-quality personal tax compliance and tax advice over the course of the year for our varied and complex client base. You will work with a varied portfolio of clients whose affairs are often complex and international in scope, including: \n\n • High and ultra-high net worth individuals\n, • Long term residents and internationally mobile clients\n, • Multi-jurisdictional structures, including UK and offshore trusts\n, • Partnerships\n\n The Responsibilities: \n\n • You will be responsible for the delivery of all aspects of your client portfolio throughout the tax compliance cycle.\n, • You will review tax returns prepared by junior members of the team and prepare complex tax returns for a varied client base, which will include but is not limited to high-net-worth individuals, wealthy families, and offshore structures.\n, • You will prepare or review tax advice and tax planning for clients, including conducting technical research and identifying planning opportunities, and work with senior managers, directors and partners to deliver this\n, • You will actively support junior team members and provide training and feedback to aid their development as well as supervising and controlling the completion of work.\n, • You will have the opportunity to build relationships directly with clients, family office representatives and other key stakeholders and you will attend client meetings.\n, • You will prepare or review written correspondence for clients and deal with HM Revenue & Customs in connection with the clients' affair including enquires and disclosures.\n\n You: \n\n • ATT and/or CTA qualified\n, • A positive and enthusiastic attitude\n, • A high level of motivation, ability and commitment\n, • Experience of management as they will be managing their own portfolio whilst also being responsible for overseeing and reviewing the work of more junior tax staff\n, • Experienced in the delivery and management of personal tax compliance services\n, • Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills are essential to ensure all deadlines are met\n, • Experience in the provision of tax advice covering income tax, capital gains tax and inheritance tax. The exact mix of advisory will be tailored to the strengths of the individual, but a broad base across all tax areas is sought after\n, • Experience in working with clients with international considerations, examples of which may include the FIG regime, former remittance basis users, statutory residence test, tax treaty issues, cross-border business and investments, and/or offshore trusts\n, • From a professional services background\n, • Confident communicator to colleagues, partners and clients\n, • Comfortable working on their own initiative as well as being a good team player\n, • High attention to detail and the ability to work in a timely manner\n, • Excellent IT skill\n

A leading logistics and freight forwarding company are searching for a Trade Compliannce Coordinator to support the Key Account Function with Product & KPI reporting. \n Role \n\n • Working closely with line report and operators to ensure smooth movement of items across borders.\n, • Being able to determine correct tariff classifications for all supported brands within the Key Account function moving from the EU as required\n, • Issuing country specific guidance (for the UK) to the business on additional import requirements for stock products predominantly from the EU\n, • Maintain close liaison with line reporting and to provide support to the Head of function\n, • Providing support on internal projects where input, involvement or expertise from Trade Compliance is needed\n, • Auditing and monitoring entries to ensure they are compliant with local import and export legislation, as well as to support brand KPI audit requirements\n, • Ensure all operational activities are completed and followed up correctly in accordance with SOP’s and organisational policy.\n, • Help facilitate Imports and Exports of non-stock goods, completing and suppling documents and declarations\n, • Liaise with HMRC and assist with maintenance on customs procedures.\n, • Implement and improve new efficiencies in client workflow in conjunction with line manager\n, • Report any sales leads (new clients) to the line manager for distribution to the sales team.\n, • Ensure all reports & KPI’s are generated by given deadlines and handed to line manager for submission to each area of Key Accounts\n, • Complete ad-hoc and spot checks on entries and submit reports to line manager and Head of Department weekly\n\n Experience \n\n • Experience within customs/trade compliance within a large business or brokerage firm and an in-depth understanding of UK and EU Customs regulation's\n, • Proficient understanding of international trade, import duties, commodity codes, incoterms, preference, and valuation\n\n Important Notice: Noble Recruiting Limited, based in Billericay, Essex, is an equal opportunities employer. With over 17 years of industry experience, we specialise in both permanent recruitment and the provision of temporary workers. By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data by Noble Recruiting Limited. For further details on how we manage applicant data, please refer to our Privacy Policy available on our website. \n \n Application Status: Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that if you do not hear from us within 14 days, your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Are you looking to use your Export expertise to move into a new challenging role? \n We have a role available for a Key account Operator with a well established and growing Freight Forwarder. \n They are able to offer excellent benefits including 25 days holiday and hybrid working. \n \n Role will involve ensuring the seamless execution of export and cross trade shipments for a key client, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring that agreed service levels and customer expectations are met. \n Act as the primary day-to-day operational contact for the assigned global customer. \n Prepare and validate export documentation, including Air Waybills, commercial invoices, packing lists and export customs declarations. \n Manage bookings with airlines, handling agents, and approved logistics partners. \n Build and maintain strong working relationships with client stakeholders. \n Provide proactive updates on shipment status, delays, and resolution plans. \n Ensure all customer requirements and service level agreements (SLAs) are consistently achieved. \n Conduct regular service reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. \n Quoting and rate card management. \n Shipment profitability and margin management. \n Negotiation with overseas offices and suppliers. \n \n Essential Skills and Experience - \n \n Background in forwarding/logistics. \n High level customer service. \n Team player. \n Robust time management and organisational skills. \n Confident and articulate communicator. \n Proficient in using MS Office. \n CargoWise experience would be an advantage

Excellent opportunit as a Senior Lead Tax Specialist (Indirect and Direct Tax) at a well- established premium brand. Our client is aiming to expand their global business including EMEA, they are recruiting a Senior Lead Tax Specialist (Indirect and Direct Tax) to proactively participate toward this mission. \n \n Job descriptions \n Indirect Tax Declarations: \n\n • Responsibility for accurate preparation and filing of the VAT returns and Intrastat filings and other Indirect Tax deliverables.\n, • Maintaining statutory deadlines (timely preparation of the returns and payments initiations, internal approvals).\n, • Amend prior returns to correct any past errors/issues. Gather documents and apply for appropriate refunds.\n, • To ensure indirect taxes are collected, and remitted to tax authorities accurately, timely, and efficiently\n\n Compliance, Audits & Policies: \n\n • Research and verify tax rates and tax codes.\n, • Keep up to date on current state policies on taxation and be aware of any upcoming changes in tax law.\n, • Maintaining tax offices websites and checking its content.\n, • Assist with and/or manage tax and statutory audits (preparation of files and explanations).\n, • Support the team for any audits or queries from the tax authorities.\n\n Process Improvements & Automation: \n\n • Assist with and/or implement automation efforts.\n, • Work with other departments within the company to prevent or resolve indirect tax issues.\n, • Make recommendations for process improvements.\n, • Write, analyse, and updates tax software.\n\n Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Management \n\n • Oversee and quality-control CIT compliance across European jurisdictions in collaboration with BPO partners\n, • Review and approve tax returns and tax computations prepared by the BPO\n, • Monitor and manage the effective tax rate (ETR), with regular reporting to senior management\n, • Lead responses to tax authority inquiries and audits in coordination with the BPO\n, • Conduct risk assessments on tax positions and communicate findings to internal stakeholders\n\n International Tax & Transfer Pricing \n\n • Implement and monitor group transfer pricing policies across Europe in alignment with the global tax team at HQ\n, • Provide advisory on international tax matters, including PE risk management, withholding tax, and tax treaty application\n, • Track developments in international tax regulations (BEPS, Pillar Two, etc.) and assess their impact on the business\n, • Oversee the tax compliance of intercompany transactions, including royalties, service fees, and intercompany loans\n, • Support tax due diligence and structuring for new market entries and business model changes\n\n Cross-functional Collaboration \n\n • Provide ETR and tax cost inputs to the FP&A team for budgeting and forecasting purposes\n, • Partner with the Financial Control team on tax accounting and the management of deferred tax assets and liabilities\n, • Liaise with Legal and Compliance teams on relevant regulatory and governance matters\n\n Disclaimer: \n\n • The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and that additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.\n\n \n Requirements \n\n • Minimal 10+ years of experience of the relevant experience in indirect tax and direct tax areas\n, • Multi-country VAT/customs experience across Europe, including the UK\n, • Tax qualifications or other equivalent qualification is required\n, • Retail or FMCG industry background preferred\n, • Applicants should have hands-on experience in the maintenance and support of indirect and direct tax ensuring they operate efficiently.\n, • Strong communicative skills (both orally and in writing)\n, • Commercially minded, proactive, action-oriented\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills\n, • Holds full ownership over cost and risk, committed to delivering results\n, • Interpersonal savvy, relates well to different types of people with different backgrounds\n, • Ability to set priorities (sense of urgency vs prioritization)\n, • Advanced skills in Excel/Microsoft Office and SAP Experience preferred\n\n \n Conditions \n\n • Salary - £65-70,000 per annum, depending on experience\n, • Location – London\n, • Competitive benefits - Discretionary bonus, company pension, 25 days annual leave, Jubilee (gift/payment for long service)\n\n \n For more information, please apply today! \n \n * Access Appointments Consultancy Ltd is a recruitment agency based in London. \n Please note that we’re afraid that due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide feedbacks on individual CVs. \n Also we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation such as passport/visas when required. \n Thank you for your time and cooperation*

Commercial Manager Logistics, London, c£50k + Car Allowance + BonusMy client is an established, successful and reputable logistics business delivering integrated transport, warehousing, customs and groupage services. They operate an extensive fleet of owned trucks and trailers and managing more than 1.5 million square feet of warehousing. There has been consistent investment, strong operational performance, and long-standing relationships with major customers across FMCG, retail and beyond.This is a newly created key commercial role, responsible for driving new business and revenue growth across the Group's full range of services transport, warehousing, customs clearance and groupage for customers across London and the South East.Unlike many sales roles where you're restricted to a single service, you'll be able to offer customers a genuine end-to-end logistics solution covering transport, warehousing, customs and distribution.While the role spans the full Group portfolio, there is particular scope to support the Group's expanding warehousing capability, and prior experience in warehousing or contract logistics would be a valuable asset in this role.The role: -Develop and execute a commercial strategy to drive new business and revenue growth across the Group's full-service portfolio, including transport, warehousing, customs clearance and groupage.Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities across a broad range of sectors.Identify and convert opportunities spanning the UK pallet network, groupage distribution, full and part-load transport, warehousing and storage solutions, and integrated customs services.Establish long-term customer relationships that underpin consistent revenue and margin across multiple service lines.Work closely with operations to ensure successful onboarding and scalable account development.Contribute to pricing, solution design and commercial structuring to ensure profitable growth across the Group.Develop opportunities around Heathrow and the wider West London air freight corridor, including time-critical and AEO-compliant customs movements.In the right candidate they are looking for: -Proven experience in a commercial or business development role within logistics, transport or supply chain.Experience within warehousing or 3PL is highly valued and would be considered a strong advantage.Strong understanding of the London and the South East logistics market, with an established network.A commercially focused professional with the ability to develop and convert opportunities into long-term, multi-service business.Experience structuring and negotiating commercially sound solutions across transport, warehousing and customs.Credible, relationship-led approach with the ability to operate at both operational and senior stakeholder level.Experience with Heathrow-area logistics and main airport-related freight movements is highly valued.Familiarity with Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) processes and compliant customs handling is a strong advantage.Experience within the medtech or life sciences sector is beneficial, given the precision and compliance requirements of this customer base.You must currently reside in the United Kingdom and hold full right to work. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.TPBN1_UKTJ

Air Import Coordinator Location: London Heathrow Salary: Up to £38,000 Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 The Opportunity A well-established and globally recognised logistics provider is seeking an experienced Air Import Coordinator to join their team based at Heathrow. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business offering stability, growth, and a professional working environment. The Role You will be responsible for managing the full air import process, ensuring shipments are handled efficiently, compliantly, and in line with customer expectations. Key Responsibilities Handling air import shipments from start to finish Liaising with airlines, overseas agents, and customers Completing and checking customs entries in line with HMRC regulations Monitoring shipment progress and providing timely updates Managing documentation and ensuring compliance at all stages Resolving any shipment issues quickly and professionally Requirements Proven experience in air freight imports Strong knowledge of customs procedures and documentation Experience within a freight forwarding environment Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to work effectively under pressureWR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Our client, an industry leading organisation which provides award winning, time critical freight forwarding & logistics solutions for the Aerospace industry, are recruiting for an Operations Coordinator – AOG Logistics to be based at their offices in the London, Heathrow area. On offer: Competitive salary package, c.£42K, depending on experience Working Pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off shift pattern, 0700 to 1900 Healthcare Cash Plan, including dental and vision Incremental holidays based on length of service, with an additional day off for your birthday Contributory pension scheme Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Free on-site parking Opportunity to grow expertise through ongoing coaching, training and development sessions Main Purpose of the Role: The Operations Coordinator – AOG Logistics will be responsible for completing shipments from start to finish within the AOG Operations team, ensuring excellent customer service at all times. This role plays a key part in the import & export process, managing documentation, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with customs regulations while providing timely support to customers. Duties and Responsibilities of the Operations Coordinator – AOG Logistics: Handle import / export processes from quotation to shipment completion, ensuring cost-effective and timely solutions for customers. Manage all documentation for import / export activities, including customs entries and delivery instructions, in line with compliance requirements. Provide excellent customer service by responding to emails and calls promptly, tracking shipments, and addressing inquiries. Ensure accurate record-keeping, billing within KPIs, and maintaining customer data in the company system. Ensure compliance with all statutory aviation requirements, health and safety policies, and the companies Quality Management System. Provide timely and accurate quotations using Cargowise, converting them into live jobs and following up to secure business To be Considered: Proven AOG import or export freight forwarding operations experience Thrives in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment. Demonstrates a solid understanding of UK customs law and procedures. Has experience with Customs Declaration Service and knowledge of Cargowise (preferred). Is proficient with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Ideally has Dangerous Goods compliance certification. Can work independently, using their initiative to assess data and propose solutions. For more details, please contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry

Freightserve recruitment are looking for an Customs Brokerage Coordinator for a worldwide Freight Forwarder based in the Feltham, Middlesex area. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Customs Brokerage Co-ordinator to join a growing customs team. This is an office-based role primarily focused on managing customs clearance for road freight imports, with some responsibility for ocean freight shipments. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of UK import customs procedures, be confident in handling customs entries from start to finish, and possess excellent attention to detail to ensure compliance with all HMRC and Border Force requirements. Key Responsibilities Prepare and submit import customs declarations for predominantly road freight shipments, with occasional ocean freight consignments. Ensure all customs entries are completed accurately and within required timeframes. Process CDS import declarations using ASM Sequoia. Complete and manage IPAFFS notifications for applicable consignments. Liaise with customers, transport operators, ports, carriers and government agencies to facilitate smooth customs clearance. Verify commercial documentation including invoices, packing lists and transport documents. Ensure correct tariff classifications, customs procedures, valuation and origin requirements are applied. Monitor customs clearances and proactively resolve any delays or customs queries. Maintain accurate customs records in accordance with HMRC compliance requirements. Keep up to date with changes to customs legislation and import procedures. Provide excellent customer service by keeping clients informed throughout the clearance process. Essential Requirements Previous experience working in a UK customs brokerage environment. Strong knowledge of UK import customs procedures. Experience processing predominantly road freight import customs entries. Some experience handling ocean freight import clearances. Proven experience using ASM Sequoia for CDS customs declarations. Good working knowledge of IPAFFS and completing import notifications. Excellent understanding of customs documentation and compliance requirements. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple shipments. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Working hours are Monday - Friday (Apply online only) As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry

Our client is looking for an experienced ocean import & pricing coordinator. Location is Heathrow Salary £38-43k Outline of the role : Manage import sea freight shipments from origin to final delivery while supporting the commercial team with ocean freight pricing, quotations, and carrier rate management. The successful candidate will ensure efficient shipment execution, maintain strong relationships with carriers and suppliers, and provide competitive pricing solutions to customers. Ocean Import Operations Manage end-to-end ocean import shipments from booking through delivery. Coordinate with overseas agents, shipping lines, hauliers, warehouses, and customers. Monitor shipment progress and proactively communicate updates to clients. Arrange customs clearance and ensure compliance with UK import regulations. Prepare and review shipping documentation Resolve shipment delays, discrepancies, and service issues. Ensure all operational files are completed accurately and within company KPIs. Maintain accurate shipment records in the freight management system. Verify supplier invoices and approve operational costs. Pricing & Commercial Responsibilities Prepare competitive ocean freight import quotations for customers and sales teams. Negotiate rates with shipping lines, NVOCCs, and overseas agents. Maintain carrier tariffs, contract rates, and surcharge updates. Analyse market conditions and carrier pricing trends. Support tender submissions and customer RFQs. Calculate freight costs, local charges, customs fees, and delivery costs. Ensure pricing accuracy and profitability targets are achieved. Develop and maintain relationships with carriers and service providers. Promote use of Cargowise functions for quotations to help towards paperless operations

Head of VAT & Indirect TaxLondon (Hybrid)£80k-115k depending on experienceWe are seeking an experienced VAT professional to join our global client's dynamic tax team, taking ownership of VAT and indirect tax compliance and advisory matters across the UK and several European countries. This role offers exposure to complex transactions, cross-border VAT issues, and strategic business projects within a large and evolving organisation.The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring robust VAT compliance, supporting commercial initiatives, managing external advisers, and driving continuous improvement across indirect tax processes.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage end-to-end VAT compliance for UK entities, ensuring accurate and timely filings in line with regulatory requirements.Review and support VAT returns across multiple European countries, coordinating with internal teams and external advisers where required.Provide technical VAT advice on business transactions, projects, joint ventures, and other complex indirect tax matters.Act as the primary contact for tax authority interactions, managing compliance enquiries and reporting obligations.Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, assessing impacts and communicating changes to key stakeholders.Develop, maintain, and enhance VAT governance frameworks, policies, controls, and process documentation.Identify opportunities for modernisation and drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase the efficiency and accuracy of VAT compliance and reporting processes.About YouProfessionally qualified (CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent).Significant experience in VAT compliance and advisory, gained within a professional services firm and/or a multinational in-house tax function.Strong technical knowledge of UK VAT legislation, tax authority guidance, and MTD requirements.Proven experience managing VAT compliance processes from review through to filing and payment and advising on complex VAT matters..Exposure to customs or European or other international indirect tax compliance and advisory would be desirableExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Strong project management, analytical and problem-solving abilities.A proactive approach to identifying risks and process improvements.The ability to balance technical accuracy with commercial practicality.Experience working in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.If you are an experienced Manager / Head of VAT & Indirect Tax who is eager to join a dynamic team within a global organisation, please click 'Apply Now' or send your CV to faye . landells @ circlerecruitment . comUnfortunately due to the nature of this role our client is unable to offer sponsorship and you must have full right to work in the UK, and be able to commute to Manchester on a regular basis.Keywords: VAT / Tax / Indirect Tax / Global / International / Compliance / Advisory / Manager / Lead / LondonCircle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter - @CircleRec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.TPBN1UKTJ

A major UK & International freight forwarding company is looking for a road Freight Manager to manage a number of road freight clerks, to provide training, management and motivation on a daily basis. Must have managed a road freight team previously, have P&L experience, leading and growing commercial performance.ROLE: Road Freight Operations Manager Location: West London BASIC SALARY: £40k to £45k CAR ALLOWANCE: £6k PA, paid monthly BENEFITS: Life assurance, pension, etcROLE: The Road Freight Operations Manager is responsible for leading, optimising, and growing all aspects of UK and European road freight operations, while also driving commercial performance. The role combines operational excellence with strong commercial strategyensuring efficient, compliant transport of goods while maximising profitability, developing new business opportunities, building client relationships, and negotiating competitive supplier partnerships. The position plays a central role in delivering high-quality service, operational efficiency, and sustainable commercial growth.Oversee end-to-end road freight operations including import, export, full loads, part loads, and groupage services.Ensure compliance with UK and international road transport regulations and customs procedures.Monitor and analyse KPIs to enhance service quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.Manage operational problem-solving to ensure seamless delivery and customer satisfaction.EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Road freight operations management experience is required for this role, can be either import or export. Must have managed, trained and motivated a Road freight team. Ideally possess Cargowise experience or knowledge. Also Strong commercial acumen with experience managing P&L, pricing, and margin optimisationTPBN1_UKTJ

Air Export Operator Location: London Heathrow Salary: Up to £38,000 (DOE) Monday - Friday Air Export Operator required for a global freight forwarding business based in the Heathrow area. Are you an experienced Air Export Operator looking to join a business that genuinely values its people, invests in their development and offers long-term career progression? We're working exclusively with a well-established international freight forwarding and logistics provider with an outstanding reputation across the global supply chain. Due to continued growth, they're looking to strengthen their Heathrow operation with the addition of an experienced Air Export Operator. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected business with a collaborative team, modern systems and an impressive global network. The Role You'll be responsible for managing international air export shipments from booking through to final departure, ensuring every movement is completed accurately, efficiently and in line with customer expectations. Key Responsibilities Coordinate end-to-end Air Export shipments. Liaise with airlines, overseas offices, hauliers and customers. Prepare and check export documentation including MAWBs, HAWBs and customs documentation. Arrange airline bookings and monitor shipment progress. Ensure all customs and compliance requirements are met. Communicate proactively with customers, providing regular shipment updates. Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally. Process job costing, invoicing and maintain accurate shipment records. Build strong relationships with customers and overseas partners. Requirements Previous experience working within Air Export Freight Forwarding is essential. Strong understanding of international air freight procedures. Knowledge of export customs documentation. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple shipments in a fast-paced environment. Experience using a freight forwarding system such as CargoWise, ASM Sequoia or similar would be advantageous.WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Our client, a recognized player in the Freight Forwarding and Transportation Industry who also specialize within the Supply Chain and Logistics Solutions are looking for a Trade Compliance Coordinator to join their team and offices based in the London, Heathrow area. On Offer: Salary up to £27,500, dependant on skills and experience. Annual salary reviews Monday – Friday shift pattern: 8.30am – 5.30pm– one-hour unpaid lunch On commencement 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays Discretionary bonus, private medical cover, & pension Access to company Employee Discounts and Perks, which includes Grocery Shopping, Holidays, Movies, Sports, Wellness and many more. Main Purpose of the Trade Compliance Coordinator: The role is to support Key Account Trade Compliance Functions with KPI and Product Reporting Duties and Responsibilities: Working closely with line report and operators to ensure smooth movement of items across borders. Being able to determine correct tariff classifications for all supported brands within the Key Account function moving from the EU as required Issuing country specific guidance (for the UK) to the business on additional import requirements for stock products predominantly from the EU Maintain close liaison with line reporting and to provide support to the Head of function Providing support on internal projects where input, involvement or expertise from Trade Compliance is needed Auditing and monitoring entries to ensure they are compliant with local import and export legislation, as well as to support brand KPI audit requirements Ensure all operational activities are completed and followed up correctly in accordance with SOP’s and organisational policy. Help facilitate Imports and Exports of non-stock goods, completing and suppling documents and declarations Liaise with HMRC and assist with maintenance on customs procedures. Maintenance of the CITES portal, uploading Import and Re-Export CITES certificates Implement and improve new efficiencies in client workflow in conjunction with line manager Report any sales leads (new clients) to the line manager for distribution to the sales team. Create and maintain written procedures Ensure all reports & KPI’s are generated by given deadlines and handed to line manager for submission to each area of Key Accounts Complete ad-hoc and spot checks on entries and submit reports to line manager and Head of Department weekly To be Considered: Proven experience within customs/trade compliance within a large business or brokerage firm and an in-depth understanding of UK and EU Customs regulation's Proficient understanding of international trade, import duties, commodity codes, incoterms, preference, and valuation Fluent in English (verbal and written) essential with expert communication skills across all levels Intermediate Excel skills Ability to work as part of a team as well and being confident independently * Demonstrate initiative and drive to meet deadlines while working in a busy environment For more details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry

Freightserve recruitment are looking for a Compliance Manager for a well-established Logistics company based in the Heathrow area. Job Purpose: The Compliance Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation adheres toall relevant regulatory, safety, contractual and ethical standards. This position encompasses managing and conducting audits, supporting with Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) compliance requirements, assisting with Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) obligations for customs clearance, addressing health and safety regulations in conjunction with external H & S experts, and developing a robust risk and compliance framework whilst supporting the Head of Legal in ensuring that contractual obligations are complied with. The role also requires leadership in promoting anti-bribery, corruption, and modern slavery compliance, together with ensuring teams are supported in managing risks effectively, including chairing risk committee meetings to enhance departmental governance and awareness. Key Responsibilities Audit and Regulatory Compliance: o Plan, conduct, and oversee internal and external audits to ensure adherence to regulatory, contractual and organisational standards. o Liaise with governmental and regulatory bodies together with external consultants, in order to support the Head of Legal and various teams in managing their compliance aspects across the business. Customs Clearance, Civil Aviation Authority and Contractual Agreements: o Audit MOU customs clearance processes and procedures, ensuring all requirements are met effectively and efficiently. o Support with Civil Aviation Authority compliance requirements such as clearance checks on employees. o Support the Head of Legal in cascading key contractual requirements to relevant departments. Health and Safety Compliance: o Ensure the organisation is aware of and complies with UK Health and Safety laws and guidelines in conjunction with an external Health and Safety consultant. o Collaborate with relevant teams (including supporting the Head of HR) to implement and monitor Health and Safety initiatives and carry out internal audits as required. Risk and Compliance Programme Development: o Develop, implement, and regularly review a comprehensive risk and compliance programme tailored to organisational needs. o Create and develop templates to support departmental management of risk and compliance initiatives. Anti Bribery, Corruption, Modern Slavery, Data Protection and Information Security: o Support and promote compliance with anti-bribery, corruption, modern slavery, Data Protection and Information Security laws / regulations through training (including procuring specialist external training), policy implementation, and monitoring. o Investigate and resolve compliance breaches in a timely manner and support the Head of Legal in liaising with governmental and regulatory bodies as required. Governance and Committee Leadership: o Chair risk committee meetings, driving discussions on compliance risks, controls, and mitigations. o Provide comprehensive reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders to ensure a robust risk and compliance environment is achieved. Qualifications & Experience: • Customs clearance experience and knowledge is required e.g. MOU, BIRDS. • Experience of Civil Aviation Authority regulations is not required but is desirable, however training can be provided in this area. • Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements/frameworks within the UK. • Experience in supporting teams business wide to enhance and develop their compliance knowledge and management of risks. • Proven experience in risk management, compliance programme development, and governance. • Understanding of anti-bribery, corruption, and modern slavery compliance frameworks is desirable, however training can be provided in this area. • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience in chairing committees or cross-functional meetings. • Experience of liaising with regulatory or governmental bodies together with effective senior stakeholder management. Skills & Competencies: • Analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively. • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. • Proficiency in relevant compliance tools/frameworks and software is advantageous. As an agency we are fast becoming the number one Freight specialist in the UK. We have a fast growing reputation with most Freight related companies. Freightserve has been established since 1992 working within the Freight Forwarding and Shipping industry