| Title: |
Import Customs Clerk |
| Location: |
Dublin 9 |
| Terms: |
Full-Time, Permanent, Office-Based |
| Package: |
€40-45,000 + Pension & Bonus |
| Target Applicant: |
Min 3 years Import Customs experience within a forwarding NOT parcels environment |
An established international logistics company is seeking an experienced Import Customs Clerk to support end-to-end import customs clearance activities. There will also be export customs clearance and some forwarding responsibilities associated with the role, with training provided where required. Please note that a 5-year background check will be required as part of the pre-employment process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage Irish import customs clearance processes from start to finish using AIS (Automated Import System), ensuring accuracy, and managing the full clearance process.
- Carrying out due diligence on all import documentation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Contacting consignees for POA, collecting duty/VAT charges and handling any related follow-ups or queries.
- Liaise with customers, carriers, customs authorities, and internal teams regarding shipment status and customs requirements.
- Provide updates to customers and resolve customs-related issues proactively.
- Support export customs clearance and freight forwarding activities during holiday cover and busy operational periods.
- Ensure compliance with Irish and EU customs regulations, tariffs, classifications, and company procedures.
- Work closely with finance and operations teams to ensure timely invoicing and accurate job management.
Minimum Requirements:
- Min 3 years of experience in a similar customs role in Ireland is essential.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Irish import customs clearance procedures
- Proven experience using the AIS (Automated Import System) for customs declarations
- Strong knowledge of EU and Irish customs regulations, tariffs, and classification
- Experience managing complex import documentation and resolving customs queries
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple shipments under time pressure
- High attention to detail and a strong compliance mindset
- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with brokers, authorities, and internal stakeholders
For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity, please contact Garvan Cerasi
IAC-May26