Annual wage £18,000.00 Annual salary: £18,000 increasing by £750 after each 6 months of the apprenticeship is completed. Salary on completion will be £21,000 per annum Working week Monday - Friday (a rotating shift with earlies and lates). Shifts to be confirmed. Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 24 Months Possible start date 25 May 2024 Date posted 10 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000243094 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day The successful candidate will be supported by: Carry out the full coordination of the movement of freight Completion of all associated freight documentation Completion of customs declarations To work with the customer to provide the best service available within the time constraints provided To create a relationship with customers and suppliers Liaise by telephone / email / with shipping lines / customers and other departments and suppliers General administration duties Support the business with any additional tasks as required Maintain a team-oriented atmosphere Desired skills: Some experience of computer packages like MS Office (Outlook / Excel / Word etc.) would be advantageous but not essential Takes an organised and methodical approach Excellent approachable face to face and phone manner Good attention to detail Personal qualities Positive attitude Willingness to learn Punctual Hunger and desire to achieve and be the best you can be The training you will be getting Level 3 International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship standard qualification Functional skills in maths and English if required On and off-the-job training and location to be confirmed What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity for further education or a full-time role within the business if you prove to be the right candidate. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Attention to detail, Vibrant, Willing to learn, Positive attitude, Punctual Qualifications A Level or equivalent Maths and English (Grade A-D) Essential