Import and Export Officer roles available

  • JAM Recruitment Ltd
  • Blackburn, Lancashire
  • Oct 24, 2025
Contractor Government

Job Description

Import and Export Officer roles available

Samlesbury Based (Hybrid working)

28.63 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35

12 Month Contract



This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Samlesbury. Hybrid working. 3 days per week on site.

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Import role skills and experience:-

Knowledge:

  • Solid knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date import techniques
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in an import / export role
  • Must be familiar with the legal requirements regarding importing and exporting of shipments
  • Understanding of the role of freight forwarders
  • Must be familiar with SDP procedures
  • Knowledge of Customs Special Procedures

Skills:

  • Excellent organisation skills with a high level of attention to detail
  • Ability to juggle multiple enquiries and prioritise workload
  • Enthusiastic and positive attitude
  • Competent under pressure with the ability to work to tight deadlines
  • IT competent with good Microsoft word and excel skills
  • Experience of operating a Duty Management System

Export Officer skills and knowledge required:-

Knowledge:

Critical Success Factors:

  • Solid knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date import techniques
  • Enthusiastic and positive attitude
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in an import / export role
  • Solid applied knowledge of international trade matters with good experience of applying up to date export techniques
  • Previous experience in a export/import or freight forwarder environment would be beneficial
  • Able to work on your own and part of a team to meet demands

Skills:

Critical Success Factors:

  • Excellent organisation skills with a high level of attention to detail
  • Ability to juggle multiple enquiries and prioritise workload accordingly
  • Competent under pressure with the ability to work to tight deadlines Desired Skills and Experience
  • Experience within supply chain or international trade environment
  • Must have keen attention to detail and be able to work in a fast paced, highly pressurised team
  • IT competent with good Microsoft word and excel skills

For more information please contact Lauren Morley at JAM Recruitment or click apply.