OUR STORY
Established in Felixstowe in 2005 by Amanda Harrold, A&S Recruitment has seen significant growth from its local roots to become a trusted recruitment partner for shipping and logistics industries across the UK and Europe.
At the heart of A&S Recruitment is a passion for helping people achieve their career aspirations and supporting businesses to build resilient teams. Having previously worked in recruitment for over 20 years, Amanda was eager to launch her own consultancy – one that offered a dynamic environment and positive impact for employees, candidates and clients.
Amanda Harrold
Specialist & Senior Hires
Amanda’s expertise lies in sourcing the best candidates for shipping and logistics. She has an extensive knowledge of and impressive reputation in the industry, Felixstowe and the local area. In her spare time, Mandy belongs to the Felixstowe Rowing Club and is a keen walker – rain or shine, you’ll see her on her morning stomp!
Amanda is an excellent people person which gives her the ability to place the perfect candidate into the right job.
Taegan Johnson
Taegan originally joined A&S Recruitment in 2017 to cover maternity leave on the accounts desk and now manages the Accounts and Compliance departments. She ensures all financial and payroll matters are in order and all candidate compliance and right-to-work checks are completed, as well as providing admin and operations support to ensure day-to-day office needs are met. When not in the office, Taegan enjoys bike rides in the countryside, spotting nature and wildlife along the way.
Taegan is very organised and has a skill for recognising names and faces.
Clare Holmes
Clare manages our Port and Warehousing desk, supplying drivers, forklift drivers and operatives to many well-known clients and The Port of Felixstowe. Clare has many years’ experience in the shipping industry and enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and candidates to ensure everyone achieves their hiring and career goals. Out of the office, you’ll find Clare raving and jamming at any 80’s pop concert she can get tickets for!
Clare is great at staying calm and collected under pressure.
Amanda Harrold
Specialist & Senior Hires
Amanda’s expertise lies in sourcing the best candidates for shipping and logistics. She has an extensive knowledge of and impressive reputation in the industry, Felixstowe and the local area. In her spare time, Mandy belongs to the Felixstowe Rowing Club and is a keen walker – rain or shine, you’ll see her on her morning stomp!
Amanda is an excellent people person which gives her the ability to place the perfect candidate into the right job.
Taegan Johnson
Taegan originally joined A&S Recruitment in 2017 to cover maternity leave on the accounts desk and now manages the Accounts and Compliance departments. She ensures all financial and payroll matters are in order and all candidate compliance and right-to-work checks are completed, as well as providing admin and operations support to ensure day-to-day office needs are met. When not in the office, Taegan enjoys bike rides in the countryside, spotting nature and wildlife along the way.
Taegan is very organised and has a skill for recognising names and faces.
Clare Holmes
Clare manages our Port and Warehousing desk, supplying drivers, forklift drivers and operatives to many well-known clients and The Port of Felixstowe. Clare has many years’ experience in the shipping industry and enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and candidates to ensure everyone achieves their hiring and career goals. Out of the office, you’ll find Clare raving and jamming at any 80’s pop concert she can get tickets for!
Clare is great at staying calm and collected under pressure.
OUR MISSION
At A&S Recruitment, our mission is to deliver high-quality recruitment services through efficient and professional practices.
We aim to stand out by upholding the highest standards to develop, motivate and retain a diverse workforce. We do this by delivering exceptional customer service based on effective communication with both clients and candidates. We are only as good as the team we work with.
OUR APPROACH
Our success in providing affordable, tailored recruitment services is built on our ability to build strong relationships. Through proactive networking and a deep understanding of the market, we have established excellent contacts, including partnerships with some of the largest ports in the UK and Europe. Our clients return to us time and time again, knowing they can depend on our expertise and commitment to delivering results.
Sectors & Specialisms
COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION
Being based in Felixstowe has allowed us to develop strong local connections, but our impact extends throughout East Anglia and beyond. As part of our support for the government’s Generation Logistics campaign – an initiative established in 2022 to attract the next generation of talent – we partner with schools, colleges and universities to highlight the wealth of entry-level to graduate scheme opportunities in the sector through delivering workshops and attending career fairs. These include:
We are also active members of several key industry associations and proudly support networking groups, enhancing our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion within the industry. These include:
- Suffolk Chamber of Commerce
- Felixstowe Port Users Association
- Federation of Small Businesses
- Felixstowe Freight Club
- Felixstowe Job Centre
- Felixstowe Jobs Club
- Hive Connect
PARTNER WITH US
We’re eager to hear about new ways we can support our local community and the wider shipping and logistics sector. If you wish to partner with us, simply complete the contact form below to tell us more.