Job Description
Job Title: Junior Customs Co-ordinator
Location: Wimbledon (with occasional travel to North London)
Salary: Up to 30,000
Work Type: Hybrid (1 day from home, potentially increasing to 2 as the team expands)
About the Company:
Join a market-leading, luxury fine art logistics company renowned for its precision, professionalism, and prestige. Our client specializes in the bespoke handling, storage, and international movement of high-value artworks and collectibles for galleries, museums, private collectors, and exhibitions worldwide.
This is not your standard logistics role-this is an opportunity to work in a niche sector where discretion, attention to detail, and excellence are everything. If you're looking to elevate your customs career within a unique, high-end environment, this could be your perfect next move.
The Role:
As a Junior Customs Co-ordinator, you'll play a critical role in the smooth and compliant movement of fine art across international borders. You'll work alongside a passionate, expert team, ensuring that all customs processes are handled with care, accuracy, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and submit customs declarations for imports and exports using Descartes software
Prepare and process T1 transit documents in line with HMRC regulations
Support international shipments with a focus on compliance, timing, and security
Liaise with internal departments and external partners to facilitate cross-border art movements
Maintain up-to-date records for audits and regulatory requirements
Provide support for customs procedures including Temporary Admission (TA) and Customs Bond entries
Occasionally travel to other London-based locations to support operations
What We're Looking For:
1-2 years of experience in a customs or international logistics role
Proficiency with Descartes or similar customs software
Experience with T1 documents, imports, and exports
Knowledge of Temporary Admission and Customs Bond procedures is highly desirable
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high standards
Strong communication and organisational skills
Interest in art logistics is a plus-but curiosity and a willingness to learn are even better
Why Join?
Be part of a high-end logistics company trusted by the world's top galleries and collectors
Gain valuable experience in a specialist industry with unique customs challenges
Work in a supportive, tight-knit team with clear growth opportunities
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model
Take pride in handling some of the most valuable and iconic artworks in the world
