Air Export Clerk

About the role

The Air Export Clerk will join a busy freight forwarding agency near Leeds Airport, handling export shipments from booking to departure. The role ensures efficient, accurate processing in line with customer and airline requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end air export shipments, including booking cargo with airlines.
• Liaise with customers, airlines, overseas agents and transport providers.
• Arrange collections and coordinate deliveries to the airport.
• Prepare and verify Air Waybills and export documentation.
• Complete or coordinate customs entries and export clearance.
• Monitor flight schedules, shipment movements and provide regular updates to customers.
• Handle amendments, delays and operational issues.
• Raise invoices, check supplier costs and maintain the internal freight system.

Required profile

• Previous experience in air freight, air exports or freight forwarding.
• Good understanding of the air export process and UK export customs procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and customer service abilities.

Required skills

• Air Waybill handling
• Export documentation preparation
• Customs clearance procedures
• Freight system data entry

What we offer

• Monday‑to‑Friday, 9:00‑17:30 working hours
• Salary up to £35,000 per year