Trainee Customs Declarant at ALS Customs Services GmbH in Dover

• Locations for this job offer
• Dover
• ALS Customs Services Limited
• 120 Lord Warden Square
• Dover

CT17 9EQ

• United Kingdom
• Trainee Customs Declarant
• Apply
• Trainee Customs Declarant
• Start date
• 12/10/2026
• Time Type
• Full time
• Contract Type
• Permanent
• Mobile Work
• No mobile working
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• Your Benefits
• Company Pension Scheme

Our pension scheme helps you plan for a secure future, and give you peace of mind.

Continuous Training

Develop your skills and expand your expertise with our professional training programs.

Exclusive Discounts

Access to our discount portal to save money on your everyday spending.

Free Parking

For convenience and peace of mind. We also offer all employees the ability to improve their health and spread the cost with a bike purchase through our cycle-to-work scheme.

Health & Sports

Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for any mental, physical, financial, or personal challenges. It includes a hotline, personalised counselling, and a wealth of online resources to help you navigate life's ups and downs.

Holiday Bonus

Enhanced holiday entitlement with the ability to flex your holiday entitlement further with our buy and sell scheme.

Reference ID

JR124592

• Company Name ALS Customs Services Limited
• Location
• Dover
• Details
• Contact Person
• Clare Hastle
• Job Category
• Customs
• Business Unit
• ALS Customs Services

Job Description

What you can expect

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparing and submitting customs declarations for imports and exports.
• Ensure compliance with all customs regulations, procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Work closely with senior customs declarants to review and process import/export paperwork.
• Assist with the classification of goods according to customs tariff codes.
• Liaise with government agencies, customs authorities, and other relevant stakeholders to resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of all customs documentation and communication.
• Support the team in managing customs clearance for goods in a timely manner.
• Stay updated on changes to customs laws, regulations, and international trade policies.
• Participate in training sessions to improve knowledge of customs processes and regulations.

What you bring

Requirements:

• No previous experience required – full training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

About us

ALS

Are you looking for a new professional challenge in international trade? Then you've come to the right place. As an international customs service provider with over 700 employees in 17 countries, we create customised solutions through our expertise, innovative technology and value-added services. At ALS, we trust our dedicated experts and empower them to independently design compliant and efficient solutions. Our product portfolio ranges from customs clearance to customs consulting. ALS is on a permanent growth course. This opens up long-term prospects for various specialists and career changers. We like things to be pragmatic and uncomplicated, and also support openness and fairness, collegiality and teamwork. Initiative and a can-do mentality are just as much a part of us as stability and foresight: Together, they make us strong for the future. Sounds like solid opportunities for committed professionals? That's exactly how it is.

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Recruitment Process

Online application

Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

Application screening

Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

Onboarding

With your commitment, you are a part of the ALS Group right away – we are already eager to shape the customs of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about ALS Customs Services and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.