Salary guide
Freight Forwarder
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
LogisticsTransport
- The UK exports goods to over 200 countries
Other names this job is known by
- Shipping Agent
- Cargo Coordinator
Key responsibilities
- Arrange and coordinate international shipments
- Prepare shipping and customs documents
- Liaise with carriers, clients, and authorities
- Track and monitor cargo movements
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in logistics, business, or transport
- Experience in shipping or freight roles
- IT and communication skills
- Organisation and commercial awareness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Forwarder
- Operations Manager
- Logistics Director
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study logistics, business, or transport
- Gain experience in shipping or freight roles
- Progress to senior or management positions
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