Customs declarant

Function

For an office in Antwerp we are looking for a Customs declarant with some relevant experience and a strong background in administration. In this role, you will support the team in handling export-related customs formalities accurately and efficiently. You work with attention to detail, think proactively and will be given the opportunity to develop further within a professional and international environment.

Your main duties and responsibilities are:

• Preparing and processing customs declarations for cross-border transport in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.
• Preparing file instructions and ensuring the required export documentation is in order.
• Applying customs tariffs on the basis of the correct nomenclature.
• Identifying irregularities and reporting them clearly to your line manager.
• Maintaining contact with customs authorities and customers, and assisting them in a professional manner with operational enquiries.
• Work in accordance with the applicable procedures relating to health and safety, the environment and quality standards.
• Actively contributing ideas alongside the team and helping to ensure smooth collaboration.

You’ll be joining a close-knit and diverse team in a bright and pleasant office, with an open atmosphere and plenty of scope for productive collaboration. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking the initiative, building up responsibility and looking to develop their skills within customs and export.

Profile

For this role, we are looking for a candidate with a healthy appetite for learning, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach. You do not need to be a senior specialist, but you must have sufficient basic knowledge and the ability to work independently to draw up and follow up on export documentation correctly.

Your profile:

• You preferably have 1 to 2 years’ relevant experience in the fields of customs, exports, freight forwarding, transport or logistics.
• You have a solid grounding in administration and work with great attention to detail.
• You have knowledge of or an interest in transport, customs and VAT legislation.
• You are familiar with export documents and customs procedures.
• You communicate fluently in Dutch and English, both orally and in writing.
• You work well with MS Office and picks up new systems quickly.
• You are assertive when necessary, without losing sight of your customer-focused approach.
• You are able to work independently, but also work very well as part of a team.
• You take the initiative, think in terms of solutions and prefer a hands-on approach.

Organisation

Our client is part of a larger group. This division specialises in customs matters. As an agent, they simplify their clients’ most complex customs processes. They have an extensive network of offices in strategic locations, with over 170 offices and 1,000 customs agents within the EU and beyond.

As a company, they are strongly committed to fostering an inclusive corporate culture and have been awarded the Top Employer Certificate for two years running.

Offer

You’ll be joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive culture and has, for two years running, been the Top Employer certificate achieved.

What to expect:

• An attractive salary in line with your experience and responsibilities, complemented by an attractive package of non-statutory benefits.
• A stable role within an international and highly organised environment.
• A modern workplace in Antwerp with open-plan offices and a pleasant lunch area.
• A diverse group of colleagues with a spirit of camaraderie and a relaxed atmosphere.
• The opportunity to develop your skills further in the field of customs and export documentation.
• A professional environment where quality, collaboration and personal development are key.