Apprentice Freight Forwarding Specialist

INVICTUS GLOBAL LOGISTICS LTD

ENGLAND (DA1 5BG)

Closes in 18 days (Monday 23 March 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 2 March 2026

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Summary

Invictus is recruiting for an International Freight Forwarding Apprentice to join our growing London team. This is your chance to step into a fast-paced global industry and begin a rewarding career with a company dedicated to developing future talent.

Wage

£16,500 a year

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Performance related bonus scheme.

Training course
International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 6 April 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

As an International Freight Forwarding Apprentice at Invictus, you'll explore the essential elements of international logistics, learning how goods move around the world via air and sea. Through our industry-recognised apprenticeship programme, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience while building the technical skills and real-world knowledge needed to become a confident and capable Freight Forwarder.

Join a supportive team, work with international partners, and learn from experienced professionals who will guide you every step of the way. This is more than an apprenticeship - it’s the foundation for a long-term career in global supply chain and logistics.

Where you'll work

1A
CENTRAL ROAD
DARTFORD
ENGLAND
DA1 5BG

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED

Training course

International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Select freight forwarding services based on customer requirements, taking into account country specific factors, delivery times and modes.
  • Use generic or bespoke ICT systems in order to enter and monitor data on importing or exporting goods.
  • Book, plan and monitor international shipments, using manual or ICT systems, in accordance with the rules and regulations that apply to that area of the world and to the goods consigned.
  • Prepare a customs declaration to a national standard, or give custom clearance instructions to a third party.
  • Use data systems to submit the information required by customs authorities as part of the management of the international movement of goods.
  • Produce freight costings and invoices in line with Incoterms, customer profile or sales contract.
  • Identify and source data from customers, systems or colleagues.
  • Identify and resolve problems in line with responsibilities.
  • Create and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Adapt communication based on the situation and the audience.
  • Identify problems outside of limits of responsibility and escalate within company policy.
  • Communicate in writing, preparing communications on technical matters.
  • Communicate with others verbally, including internal and external customers.
  • Air. Use and adapt terminology appropriate to the air freight industry.
  • Air. Select and use documentation appropriate to the air freight industry.
  • Ocean. Use and adapt terminology appropriate to the ocean freight industry.
  • Ocean. Select and use documentation appropriate to the ocean freight industry.
  • Road. Use and adapt terminology appropriate to the road freight industry.
  • Road. Select and use documentation appropriate to the road freight industry.
  • Select freight forwarding services based on customer requirements, taking into account country specific factors, delivery times and modes.
  • Use generic or bespoke ICT systems in order to enter and monitor data on importing or exporting goods.
  • Book, plan and monitor international shipments, using manual or ICT systems, in accordance with the rules and regulations that apply to that area of the world and to the goods consigned.
  • Prepare a customs declaration to a national standard, or give custom clearance instructions to a third party.
  • Use data systems to submit the information required by customs authorities as part of the management of the international movement of goods.
  • Produce freight costings and invoices in line with Incoterms, customer profile or sales contract.
  • Identify and source data from customers, systems or colleagues.
  • Identify and resolve problems in line with responsibilities.
  • Create and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Adapt communication based on the situation and the audience.
  • Identify problems outside of limits of responsibility and escalate within company policy.
  • Communicate in writing, preparing communications on technical matters.
  • Communicate with others verbally, including internal and external customers.

Training schedule

International Freight Forwarding Specialist Level 3.

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.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Minimum Grade C or 4)
  • Maths (grade Minimum Grade C or 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

We are a small, busy team so applicants must come with a positive, proactive, can-do attitude.

About this employer

At Invictus Global Logistics Ltd (IGL), we pride ourselves on offering a unique and tailored service to enhance our clients' supply chains. With decades of knowledge and experience, we specialise in integrated logistics solutions that add real value to your business. By adopting cutting-edge, technology-driven systems, we deliver robust, cost-effective logistics solutions that optimise performance across every shipment. 

https://www.invictusgloballogistics.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • 21 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
  • Performance related bonus
  • Pension scheme

After this apprenticeship

After qualifying, you typically move into roles such as:

  • Freight Forwarder
  • Export/Import Coordinator
  • Shipping Coordinator
  • Customs Clearance Clerk

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SEETEC BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTRE LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000018229.

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Closes in 18 days (Monday 23 March 2026 at 11:59pm)