Air Export Operator - High Value Goods

Our client, a well-respected market leader in providing international freight forwarding and logistics solutions for high value goods, are recruiting for a talented Air Export Operator to join their team at offices in the London, Heathrow area. This is a new role to join a new freight forwarding team at offices in Feltham. An exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding organisation with a vision to further establish its global leading position within the industry. On Offer: * A fantastic opportunity to join a leading Multi-National logistics specialist that places a very strong emphasis on high service quality, flexibility, timeliness, responsiveness, and accurate solutions to customers needs. * An opportunity to service prestigious clients by providing logistics support for high value goods such as jewellery and luxury goods * Competitive Salary in line with skills and experience * Benefits include: 22 Days holiday + Bank holidays * Working hours 9am – 6pm, Monday to Friday Main Purpose of the Role: The role involves being in charge of arranging air export shipments and customs brokerage of high value goods based on clients’ requirements. Duties and Responsibilities of the Air Export Operator: * Plan and manage air freight export shipments according to customer needs. * Issue MAWB & HAWB. * Prepare and submit customs documentation, including export declarations, export licenses and CITES. * Communicate with clients and internal teams to provide updates on shipment status and resolve any issues that may arise. * Support other members of the export team as needed to ensure smooth operations. * Update shipping files. * Liaise with airlines in a professional manner in order to meet operational requirements and maintain up-to-date schedule information and shipment status reports * Ensure all quality controls procedures are updated and adhered to To Be Considered: * Proven experience in air freight forwarding / logistics is a must, preferably specialised in the movement of high value goods. * Possess a positive and professional customer focus and can-do attitude. * Good organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. * Works well under pressure and is able to multitask in a fast paced setting * Knowledge of customs regulations and export procedures required * Knowledge of AS400/SAP/MS Office is preferable. * Knowledge of CDS for customs purposes is desirable. * Italian / French language is preferable. * No criminal convictions – subject to full DBS check. For full details, please contact Willis Global - a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry