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Import Clerk - Freight Forwarder (Air Freight, Sea Freight or Road Freight) Exciting and progressive Freight Forwarder looking to add an Import Clerk to their team, exciting and team work orientated working environment promoting development and progression! PackageBasic Salary 35k - 40k (dependent on experience)Bonus paid 2x annually37.5 hours per weekMonday to Friday 0900-1730hrsPaid overtime25 days holiday plus bank holidaysPersonalised training and development programWork perks, discountsGym MembershipPrivate HealthcareLife InsuranceDeath in Service InsurancePrivate Pension SchemeJob DescriptionArranging import shipments from worldwide origins.Arranging collections with selected transport companies.Liaising with clients and other branches,sales departments, hauliers, etc.Providing excellent customer service to import customers.Handling order traces, checking documentation, commercial invoices, processing pre-alerts from overseas offices.Completion of import customs entriesExperience at communicating with shipping lines, airlines and transport companies.Candidate SpecificationMinimum 1 year experience in a similar function in the freight forwarding industry.Team player together with ability to work on own initiative.Tactfully handle customer queries / excellent telephone manner.Stay calm and focused under pressure.Any experience with Air Freight, Sea / Ocean Freight or Road FreightGet in touch today if you are looking for the next step in your career, please note my client is only considering candidates who are currently working for a Freight Forwarder.If you have any questions please feel free to call me on 0208 004 5535 | 073 0008 0008.Saif AliSenior Recruitment Consultant - London HeathrowSaif@