Customs Brokerage Supervisor (Chinese Mandarin and English speaking, £50K, Freight transport, Heathrow)

For more Mandarin or Chinese Speaking jobs, follow us on微信: ChineseJobsUK We have an exciting opportunity for a Customs Brokerage Supervisor in a UK-based transport company.The company is looking for an experienced customs operations professional to manage daily UK import and export clearance activities and ensure full compliance with HMRC regulations. This on site role near London Heathrow Airport requires a candidate with a Chinese background, legal eligibility to work in the UK, and strong Mandarin and English communication skills. The ideal applicant will have over three years of experience in UK customs brokerage or international logistics, proven team leadership ability, and solid knowledge of CDS, HS Codes, Import VAT, Customs Duties, Rules of Origin, and compliance standards.

• Chinese speaking/background with legal entitlement to work in the UK.
• Fluent in Mandarin and proficient in English as a working language (capable of communicating effectively with clients and HMRC).
• On site position based near London Heathrow Airport.
• 3+ years of experience in UK customs brokerage or international logistics customs operations.
• Proven team management experience with a track record of leading a customs team in daily operations.
• Experience in air freight, freight forwarding, express courier, or cross border logistics is preferred.
• Familiar with UK import/export clearance processes and HMRC regulations.
• Proficient in using CDS (Customs Declaration Service) and associated declaration systems.
• Solid understanding of HS Codes, Import VAT, Customs Duties, Rules of Origin, and compliance standards.
• Ability to independently handle customs inspections, clearance exceptions, and customer complaints.
• Strong risk identification ability and compliance awareness.
• Strong sense of responsibility, detail oriented, rigorous, and highly execution focused.
• Excellent team management, communication, coordination, and customer service skills.
• Adaptable to a fast paced logistics environment with strong stress management and problem solving skills.