Customs Agent/Specialist
Job in
Tonbridge, Kent County, TN9, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-28
Listing for:
D R Newitt & Associates
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-28
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain & Logistics, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Near Tonbridge, Kent (Office-based)
Up to £30,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-in-6 Weekend Rota)
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced Customs, Logistics, or Supply Chain professional looking to step into a high-growth, stable environment?
We are recruiting for an established and rapidly expanding customs agency within the fresh produce and FMCG sector near Tonbridge, Kent. This is a fantastic day-shift opportunity offering professional qualification support, strong career progression, and a competitive benefits package—including the opportunity to take an equity stake in the business through an employee Share Incentive Plan!
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and submit customs declarations and associated pre-notifications for clients and group operations.
* Proactively manage customs holds on consignments to ensure the timely release of time-critical, perishable goods.
* Act as a key liaison with third parties including HMRC, APHA, port authorities, inland border facilities, and hauliers.
* Ensure accurate application of Customs Procedure Codes (CPCs) and compliance for controlled goods subject to sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) controls.
Your Skills & Experience
* Demonstrable experience within customs, logistics, or supply chain, ideally in an FMCG or perishable goods setting.
* Hands-on experience or familiarity with UK customs software (e.g., CDS, CNS, Destin8, Sequoia).
* Understanding of CPCs, specialist customs procedures, and SPS controls.
* Strong proficiency in MS Excel, exceptionally detail-oriented, and able to multitask under pressure.
* A Level 3 certificate from the UK Customs Academy or Institute of Export is desirable.
* What’s on Offer
* Up to £30,000 depending on experience
* 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Employee Share Incentive Plan (SIP) in an employee-owned business structure
* Study sponsorship scheme to gain industry-recognised qualifications
* Medicash healthcare cashback scheme, Eye Test Vouchers, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Pension Scheme and Death in Service benefit
* Cycle to Work scheme, Long Service Awards, and Imagination Library enrolment
Apply Today
If you have a solid background in logistics or customs clearance and are looking for a rewarding role with long-term growth near Tonbridge, apply today with your updated CV for immediate consideration
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