Ocean Import Coordinator

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established and highly regarded freight and logistics business based at London Heathrow. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Ocean Import Coordinator to join their busy operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-paced, internationally connected environment where you will take full ownership of the import process from start to finish across a portfolio of assigned accounts.
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The Role:

As Ocean Import Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end import process for ocean freight shipments. Day-to-day, you will:

• Manage and oversee imported goods for assigned client accounts, from arrival to delivery

• Ensure customs compliance with all UK/EU regulations and government requirements

• Transpose customs declaration information accurately into the brokerage system

• Liaise with overseas offices, partners, agents and customs authorities

• Arrange and complete all associated import documentation

• Cost jobs and ensure maximum profitability

• Manage and meet internal and external KPIs

• Build and maintain strong relationships with HM Customs and other government agencies

• Keep up to date with all regulatory requirements governing imports
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About You:

We are looking for someone who is tenacious, detail-oriented, commercially aware and thrives under pressure. You will bring:

• Knowledge of customs import declaration procedures and customs regimes

• Understanding of classification, incoterms, valuation and origin rules

• Experience in air, road or ocean freight movements (desirable)

• Strong administrative and numerical skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• The ability to manage deadlines and handle challenging situations calmly

• GCSE English and Maths (minimum)
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What's On Offer:

✅ Competitive salary (disclosed on application)

✅ Contributory pension scheme

✅ Private Health Care with Vitality (after 6 months)

✅ Medicash healthcare plan (after 6 months)

✅ 25 days annual leave

✅ Cycle to work scheme

✅ Employee Assistance Programme

✅ Free parking on site

✅ Death in Service (4x annual salary)

✅ Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

✅ Eye tests & referral scheme
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Location: London Heathrow

Contract: Fixed Term – 12 Months (Maternity Cover) + potential ongoing permanent employment

Hours: Full Time
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If you have a background in ocean freight imports and are looking for your next challenge with a reputable, growing business, we would love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or get in touch directly to find out more.
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Permstop Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

✅ Competitive salary (disclosed on application)

✅ Contributory pension scheme

✅ Private Health Care with Vitality (after 6 months)

✅ Medicash healthcare plan (after 6 months)

✅ 25 days annual leave

✅ Cycle to work scheme

✅ Employee Assistance Programme

✅ Free parking on site

✅ Death in Service (4x annual salary)

✅ Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

✅ Eye tests & referral scheme

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