Import Customs Broker

Title: Import Customs Broker. Location: Dublin North. Type: Full Time, Permanent, Office-based. Package: €38-42,000.

North Dublin-based freight forwarder now seeks an experienced Import Customs Broker with responsibility for the daily execution of customs clearance for ocean freight (FCL/LCL). This is a hands on, high volume role focused on accurate data entry, timely submissions to avoid port storage, and direct communication with carriers and customs authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and submit import declarations (SAD/AIS) for FCL and LCL shipments using Azyra & Thyme IT customs software.
• Ensure all mandatory Entry Summary Declarations (ENS) are lodged pre arrival or pre loading to meet the safety and security requirements.
• Monitor vessel arrivals to ensure clearance is completed before the expiration of "free time" to avoid demurrage and detention fees.
• Creating and discharging T1 documents.
• Complete reporting for both the Customer & Revenue.
• Coordinate with warehouse suppliers and de consolidation points to ensure individual consignments are cleared and released for final delivery.
• Calculate applicable taxes, send duty/VAT estimates to clients, and ensure payment is secured or secured via deferment accounts before shipment release.
• Review commercial invoices, packing lists, and Bills of Lading to ensure they match physical goods descriptions and meet EU 2026 standards.
• Process commercial imports that are now subject to duty.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 3 years of hands on customs clearance experience in a customs brokerage or freight forwarding environment utilising Thyme IT and ideally Azyra FMS.
• Proficiency with EU TARIC for commodity classification and national customs portals.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, shift based environment to meet strict carrier and port deadlines.
• Solid understanding of Incoterms 2020 and the Union Customs Code (UCC).
• Completion of a Practical Customs Declaration course or equivalent vocational training.
• Familiarity with Special Procedures like Inward Processing (IP) or Customs Warehousing (CW).
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Problem solving skills.
• Compliance focused approach to tasks.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity, please contact Garvan Cerasi.