Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Recruitment for Shipping & Logistics Professionals
Established in 2005 by Amanda Harrold, A & S Recruitment has grown from its Felixstowe roots to become a trusted recruitment partner across the UK and Europe. Our expertise spans shipping, logistics, warehousing, port operations, tech, and senior hires sectors, serving businesses from start-ups to major container ports. With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we prioritise understanding client needs to deliver tailored recruitment solutions. Our success stems from building lasting relationships through proactive networking and a deep market understanding. We specialise in temporary, permanent, and project-based placements, ensuring seamless hiring processes for clients while supporting candidates' career aspirations.Our team's industry knowledge and commitment to diversity and inclusion have made us a preferred partner for talent acquisition. We actively collaborate with educational institutions and industry associations to attract new talent to the logistics sector. Our clients return due to our proven track record in matching the right people with the right roles. We maintain rigorous compliance standards and provide ongoing support post-placement to ensure long-term success. Our mission remains to deliver high-quality recruitment services through efficient, professional practices that benefit both clients and candidates.
Services
Shipping Recruitment
Logistics Staffing
Warehousing Roles
Port Operations Hiring
Tech Recruitment
Senior Appointments
Temporary Placements
Graduate Schemes
Compliance Services
Career Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in shipping and logistics recruitment
- Our tailored approach matches candidates with clients' specific business needs
- We maintain partnerships with leading ports and logistics companies across Europe
- Our proactive recruitment strategies reduce hiring time by 40%
- We provide ongoing post-placement support for both clients and candidates
Services
Shipping Recruitment
We specialise in placing professionals across all shipping sectors, from vessel operations to freight forwarding. Our consultants understand the unique demands of maritime careers and match candidates with roles that align with their expertise. Clients benefit from our deep industry connections and rigorous vetting process.
Logistics Staffing
Our logistics recruitment covers transport coordination, warehouse management, and distribution roles. We provide both temporary and permanent solutions tailored to clients' operational needs. Our candidates possess the technical skills and regulatory knowledge required for modern logistics operations.
Warehousing Roles
We supply skilled personnel for warehousing operations including inventory management, materials handling, and logistics supervision. Our candidates are trained in safety protocols and warehouse management systems. Clients receive staff suited to their specific storage and distribution requirements.
Port Operations Hiring
We recruit for critical port roles including terminal operations, cargo handling, and maritime logistics. Our candidates understand port security regulations and operational efficiency requirements. Clients gain access to professionals who maintain smooth port operations and compliance standards.
Senior Appointments
Our specialist desk handles leadership roles across shipping and logistics sectors. We identify executives with strategic vision and industry expertise. Clients benefit from our thorough assessment process and market knowledge when filling director-level and management positions.
People
Amanda Harrold
Director
With over 30 years' experience in recruitment, Amanda founded A & S Recruitment in 2005. She specialises in shipping and logistics sectors, leveraging her industry connections to match top talent with client needs. Her leadership focuses on building long-term partnerships and maintaining high service standards.
Becky Crevald
Recruitment Consultant
Becky leads our Senior and Specialist Hires desk with 30+ years of B2B experience. She previously founded a business consultancy advising SMEs and charities. Her expertise in sales and management recruitment helps clients find strategic leaders who drive organisational growth.
Clare Holmes
Recruitment Consultant
Clare manages port and warehousing recruitment, supplying skilled workers to major clients including The Port of Felixstowe. With extensive shipping industry experience, she builds lasting relationships with clients and candidates to ensure successful placements that meet operational requirements.
Kelly Freeman
Recruitment Consultant
Kelly specialises in technology and IT recruitment for global businesses. She connects clients with top talent in software development, technology sales, and healthcare IT. Her approach focuses on understanding both technical requirements and company culture for optimal matches.
Taegan Johnson
Accounts and Compliance Manager
Taegan oversees financial operations and candidate compliance processes. She ensures all payroll and regulatory requirements are met while providing administrative support to recruitment teams. Her organisational skills maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the business.
Questions
What sectors does A&S Recruitment specialise in?
We specialise in shipping, logistics, warehousing, port operations, technology, and senior hires across the UK and Europe.
How do you ensure quality candidate matches?
We conduct thorough skills assessments, reference checks, and industry-specific compliance verifications for all candidates.
Can you help with temporary staffing needs?
Yes, we provide flexible temporary staffing solutions with candidates who meet specific operational requirements.
Do you offer international recruitment services?
We place candidates across the UK and Europe, working with major ports and logistics companies internationally.
How do you support career development?
We provide career guidance, industry insights, and connect candidates with growth opportunities in their field.
What makes your recruitment approach different?
Our tailored approach combines industry expertise with proactive networking to deliver precise candidate matches.
Reviews (7)
Bear Williams
May 06, 2020
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Iv'e been with the A&S team for about 5 years now. Was initially employed as a LGV1 Truck driver, but made it clear I wanted to get off the road and was given the opportunity. For the last 4 years I have been employed as a Tug driver. Really enjoy the job, a set 12 hour shift pattern, Days or Nights are available. All the staff at A&S are very professional, friendly and are understandable to both my needs and requirements, they treat me as a Individual and not as a number as is mostly the case with many Haulage firms. In the 5 years that Iv'e been with them, and I have never been paid late!
George Jamieson
May 05, 2020
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I Have worked for A&S since 2012, and in that time have had regular work whenever I am available with their wide and varied customer base, payment is always prompt, and the Staff are extremely pleasant and knowledgable. If you want to be part of a team with a personal touch then I highly recommend them, so far as to say I wouldn't work for anyone else.
Mathew Gittins
Mar 30, 2020
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I have used the services of A&S Recruitment as both a client and candidate and have found them to be consistently successful at finding the right candidates for the positions I'm looking to fill and also finding me the right roles. The team are knowledgeable and specialist in their field.
Phil Hopkins
Mar 01, 2020
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I have been on there books for about 8/9 weeks now.never had a problem and they came up trumps over xmas when work was dire.thx A&S
Kitty McKenzie
Feb 02, 2020
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Very grateful to Leanne and the team for all their support. They worked really hard and quickly to find the right opportunity for me.
Steve Howieson
Jan 08, 2020
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I have worked with A&S for a number of months and have found them extremely pleasant and efficient. The work has been great and I have always been paid on time. They definitely get five stars from me!
Daniel Krebs
Sep 27, 2019
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If I ever could put 0, I would definitely do it. Rudest people I had ever met. Do not recommend to anyone. Receptionist sounds like she doesn't care about anything. Guys, why you ever wanted to start recruiting business if you behave badly with your visitors?!
