Customs Clearance Assistant
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Role Overview
The Customs Clearance Assistant supports customs clearance and import/export operations.
The role includes preparing documentation, coordinating with shipping agents, freight forwarders, customs authorities, clients, warehouse teams, and logistics teams.
The position helps ensure shipments are processed and goods are cleared according to UAE customs requirements and company procedures.
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Role Overview
The Customs Clearance Assistant supports customs clearance and import/export operations.
The role includes preparing documentation, coordinating with shipping agents, freight forwarders, customs authorities, clients, warehouse teams, and logistics teams.
The position helps ensure shipments are processed and goods are cleared according to UAE customs requirements and company procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with import and export customs clearance procedures.
- Prepare and organize customs-related documents and shipment paperwork.
- Review invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and other supporting documents.
- Enter shipment and customs declaration information into relevant systems.
- Assist with customs declarations under the supervision of the clearance team.
- Follow up on declarations, shipment clearance status, inspections, and shipment release.
- Monitor shipments and identify documentation or clearance issues.
- Check HS codes, product descriptions, quantities, and declared shipment values.
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical customs files and transaction records.
- Assist with discrepancies and obtain required permits, approvals, certificates, or other shipment documents.
- Track customs duties, fees, and clearance-related charges and submit documents within required timelines.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow UAE customs regulations, company policies, and compliance procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma, diploma, or equivalent qualification.
- Previous customs clearance, logistics, freight forwarding, shipping, or import/export experience is advantageous.
- Basic understanding of import and export procedures is preferred.
- Familiarity with commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and shipping documentation.
- Good computer skills and ability to work with document management or logistics systems.
- Strong attention to detail, communication, coordination, organization, and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple shipments simultaneously.
- Basic knowledge of UAE customs procedures is advantageous.
- Effective English communication is required; Arabic or other languages are advantageous.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- On-the-job training in customs and logistics procedures.
- Opportunity to develop experience in international trade and supply chain operations.
- Professional and supportive working environment.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- Employment benefits in accordance with UAE labour regulations.
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