International Freight Forwarding Apprentice

The successful applicant would receive hands-on experience gaining in depth knowledge in each area. There will be a strong focus on customs processes.

Air export operational movements Customer service, communication via emails, phones and teams with customers, airlines, agents and suppliers Customs clearance- understanding customs control and procedures Arrange collection for export shipments Quoting customers and agents Financial costings and awareness Admin including invoicing and ensuring supplier costs are correct Specialised logistics within aviation, film, time critical, sports and automotive IT- Full training provided on our in-house, HMRC/Customs system Monitoring and tracking AWB’s via websites

Training:

On the job training delivered by the employer.

Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3.

Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training.

Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop.
Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities.
Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps.

Training Outcome:

After successful completion of the apprenticeship, we would consider a permanent role within the company. This will most likely be in one of our operational departments.

Employer Description:
Mapcargo Global Logistics are excited to offer the opportunity of an International Freight Forwarding Apprenticeship. Experience all aspects of Freight Forwarding within a globally established network, providing services to a wide spectrum of industries. Building towards a successful career in a diverse & prosperous industry. As one of the largest privately owned UK integrated logistics companies, Mapcargo Global Logistics is still growing and since 1990 have given our clients a personal service. Mapcargo are non-asset based. That means we do not own aircraft, ships, trains, or many trucks. Non-asset based gives us total flexibility to select best in class carriers, anywhere in the world. We provide specialised services globally through Air and Ocean transport logistics to key industries including Time Critical, Aviation, Film, Sports and Automotive.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 09.00 - 17.30hrs

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Willingness to learn