Apprentice International Freight Forwarding Coordinator

Summary

Start your career with Immediate Transportation Co Ltd as an Apprentice Freight Forwarding Coordinator, based in Camberley. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a respected global company. You'll develop key skills in international logistics, with real potential for long-term career growth in the industry.

Wage

£16,500 a year

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On completing 6 months of the apprenticeship, your salary maybe reviewed in alignment with your performance and attendance

Training course

International freight forwarding specialist (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 12 August 2025

Duration

1 year 3 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

This is an exciting opportunity to join our experienced and friendly team at Immediate Transport Co Ltd as an Apprentice Freight Forwarding Coordinator. Based in our busy and proactive office, you'll be part of a well-established global company with a great reputation in the logistics industry.

As an apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting our freight forwarding operations. Your day-to-day role will be varied, offering the chance to develop a wide range of skills while supporting both our clients and internal team.

What you'll be doing:

Assisting the team with various client-related and administrative tasks
General office duties, including phone and email communication
Managing calendars and booking appointments
Handling incoming and outgoing mail
Producing and sending customer quotes
Using our internal systems as well as Microsoft Word and Excel
Booking and updating job details using our freight software
Liaising with clients, suppliers, and customs partners
Arranging export collections, checking delivery details, and issuing shipping documents like bills of lading and customs paperwork
Supporting any other tasks to help the team run smoothly

What we’re looking for:

A proactive, reliable, and motivated individual
Great attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Confident communication over the phone and email
A genuine interest in logistics and international trade
A positive attitude and willingness to learn as part of a skilled and supportive team

This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in freight forwarding with a global company that values development and growth. If you're looking for real hands-on experience in a fast-moving environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Where you'll work

UNIT 9
J4
STANHOPE ROAD
CAMBERLEY
GU15 3BW

Training

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

College or training organisation

SKILLS OFFICE NETWORK LTD

Your 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.

Your training plan

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English Literature or Language (grade 4 (C) above or equivalent)
Mathematics (grade 4 (C) above or equivalent)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Customer care skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Physical fitness

About this company

Within Immediate Transport Co Ltd, you’ll be working with a trusted global logistics company that offers a wide range of import and export freight solutions, warehousing, supply chain management, and construction logistics. Headquartered in Camberley, Surrey, with offices across the UK, we’re known for delivering reliable, personal service to customers worldwide. As an apprentice, you’ll become an essential part of our busy, experienced team, learning how global freight really works while building the skills for a long-term career in the industry.

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After this apprenticeship

The role offers opportunities for growth within the company, including potential progression. There may be an opportunity for full-time employment with great future career prospects for advancement within the company and industry.

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