A Reputable Company located in Beirut is seeking to recruit a Customs Clearance Officer.

Main Duties:

• Calculate and process duties and taxes to be paid and may be required to sign documents under a Power of Attorney on behalf of clients.


• Pay, or arrange for payment of taxes and duties.


• Liaise with Customers.


• Allocate the correct license depending on type of goods being imported.


• Maintain your understanding and keep up to-date with changes as they occur, so as to be able to advise customers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements and all other customs related matters.


• Post bonds for the products being imported or assist clients in obtaining bonds.


• Prepare the necessary imported documentation such as certificates of origin and cargo control documents.


• Liaise with officials in various agencies to ensure goods are cleared through customs or quarantine.


• Arrange for transportation, warehousing or product distribution of imported or exported goods, and liaise with Freight Forwarders.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement, or any relevant field.


• 3 plus years of experience in a similar role.


• Able to work effectively and maintain records.


• Effective ability to engage critical thinking skills will be required as well as the ability to actively listen and interpret concisely.


• Strong understanding of the law, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, political processes and agency rules.


• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.


• Proficient in MS Office.


• Fluent in Arabic and English.