Senior Export & Import Operator – Specialist / High-Value Logistics

The Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established specialist logistics business operating within the high-value and fine art sector. The company manages complex international movements for private clients, galleries, institutions and exhibitions, and is known for its quality-driven, detail-focused approach.

They are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Export & Import Operator to join their shipping team and take responsibility for managing international shipments from start to finish.

This role suits someone who enjoys owning shipments, working closely with clients, and operating in a professional, specialist environment rather than high-volume freight forwarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end export and import shipments, including specialist and exhibition movements

• Preparing and overseeing export and import documentation across air, sea and road freight

• Ensuring full compliance with HMRC regulations and internal procedures

• Liaising with clients, overseas agents, and internal transport, packing and storage teams

• Coordinating collections, deliveries and packing arrangements

• Preparing quotations and ensuring shipments are invoiced accurately and on time

• Keeping clients informed at every stage of the shipment process

• Maintaining accurate internal shipping and import records

• Supporting operational meetings and continuous improvement initiatives

• Handling high-value and sensitive cargo with discretion and professionalism

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in international shipping / import & export operations

• Strong working knowledge of customs procedures and HMRC compliance

• Experience across airfreight, sea freight and road transport

• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy

• Confident, professional communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities simultaneously

• Comfortable working collaboratively across operations, transport and packing teams

Candidates from freight forwarding, customs brokerage, specialist logistics or high-value cargo environments are encouraged to apply.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Stable, specialist working environment

• Exposure to complex and interesting international shipments

• One day per week working from home after probation

• Long-term career opportunity within a respected business