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Import Coordinator - Aberdeen - Up to £45,000 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Import Coordinator to join a busy freight forwarding operation in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced import professional with a strong background in international freight forwarding, customs and import processes. The successful candidate will manage shipments across multiple transport modes, coordinate with clients, overseas agents, carriers and transport providers, and ensure all customs and import documentation is processed accurately and compliantly. Job Type: Permanent Location: Aberdeen Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE Department: Imports Reports to: Import Manager The Role As an Import Coordinator, you will be responsible for the end-to-end coordination and processing of international import shipments, providing logistics solutions and commercial support to clients. You will handle a variety of import movements and shipping documentation, ensuring shipments are processed efficiently and in line with customer requirements, company procedures and HMRC regulations. Key Responsibilities Coordinate import shipments across Road, Air and Sea freight. Book shipments with overseas agents, carriers, shipping lines and road transport companies. Process client import requests, including EXW collections, import declarations and delivery arrangements. Process customs declarations through ASM Sequoia in accordance with client instructions and HMRC requirements. Maintain a strong understanding of HMRC customs regulations, regimes and entry types. Ensure all shipment and customer data is entered accurately into internal systems. Manage shipping and customs documentation to ensure timely and compliant clearance. Provide logistics solutions, guidance and commercial support to clients. Identify customs-specific regulations and requirements relating to imports from relevant countries. Coordinate with clients, vendors, overseas agents and transport providers to resolve day-to-day operational issues. Escalate complex issues to the Import Manager where required. Ensure jobs are invoiced accurately and within agreed KPIs. Maintain accurate shipment records and ensure all operational milestones are completed on time. Attend and contribute to weekly team meetings, discussing workload, operational issues and relevant updates. Work in accordance with company compliance programmes, standard operating procedures and customer requirements. Ensure a consistently high standard of accuracy and efficiency across all import activities.You will also be expected to have comprehensive knowledge of ASM Sequoia and CHIEF, alongside a strong understanding of customs compliance. The Ideal Candidate Minimum 3 years' experience in international imports and freight forwarding. Strong knowledge of international import processes. Comprehensive understanding of HMRC customs regulations. Experience using ASM Sequoia and CHIEF. Excellent customer service skills. Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritise effectively within a fluctuating workload. High levels of accuracy when checking and processing information. Strong relationship-building skills with clients, colleagues, vendors and overseas partners. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Positive, proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement and change. Experience working within a busy, multi-modal UK based freight forwarding environment. Previous experience handling complex customs requirements. The Opportunity This is a great opportunity for an experienced Import Coordinator / Import Operator / Import Clerk with strong customs knowledge to join an established freight forwarding operation in Aberdeen. If you have 3+ years of international import experience, strong knowledge of HMRC customs procedures and hands-on experience with ASM Sequoia and CHIEF, we would be keen to hear from you. WR Logistics are a leading recruitment partner for the logistics and supply chain industry, recruiting across the UK, Europe, and the USA for permanent opportunities. WR Logistics is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Accounting & Finance Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Accounting & Finance. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Accounting Traineeship graduates to support their continued growth. The best part is, you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training programme. Whether you are working full time, part time or currently unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. Step 1 – Online Training The first step is completing the AAT level 2 & 3 courses. You will study core bookkeeping and accounting principles through multimedia-rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes via an online portal that can be accessed from home. The course includes training towards recognised AAT qualifications, helping you build the knowledge employers are actively looking for within the accounting industry. Step 2 – Practical Training Now that you have learned the theory, it’s time to put your new skills into practice. You will complete practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises designed around real-world business scenarios. Step 3 – Official Exams At the final stage, we will prepare you to sit your official AAT exams. Exams can be taken online or at one of the approved exam centres across the UK. Guaranteed Job Placement Once you have completed the Accounting Traineeship, our recruitment support team will help place you into an entry-level accounting role within your local area. You could work in positions such as: Accounts Assistant Finance Administrator Bookkeeper Payroll Assistant * Purchase Ledger Clerk Through our employer network across the UK, we guarantee you will be offered a role upon completion of the programme or we will refund 100% of your course fees. At a one-off cost of £1,499, or 13 interest-free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding new career in Accounting & Finance with real long-term progression opportunities. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Please note that this is a training course and fees apply