Junior Import / Export ClerkSalary: £25,000–£27,000 per annumLocation: SuffolkStart: ASAPA great opp... Junior Import / Export ClerkSalary: £25,000–£27,000 per annumLocation: SuffolkStart: ASAPA great opportunity for someone at the early stage of their logistics career to join an established freight forwarding business in Ipswich.This role is ideal for a junior candidate looking to learn shipping operations from the ground up within a supportive team environment.What you’ll do: Support import or export shipments day to dayAssist with shipping paperwork and documentationUpdate systems and track shipmentsLiaise with internal teams and external partnersLearn air, road and sea freight processes What you need: Interest in shipping, logistics or freight forwardingUp to 1 years’ experience (or entry-level)Strong attention to detailConfident written and verbal communicationWillingness to learn and develop Why you’ll love this role: Ideal entry point into freight forwardingHands-on training across shipping operationsSupportive team and structured learningLong-term development opportunities How to apply:If you have relevant experience, please get in touch today. You can also refer someone suitable.E: shipping@redrecruit.comT: 01376 503567 | 0203 906 6020*If you’d like to know more about this Junior Import / Export Clerk role, or know someone suitable, please share this advert or send us their details. Successful referrals qualify for our candidate referral scheme.Red Recruit specialise in Shipping & Logistics, Removals & Storage, Relocations and Fine Art recruitment, with opportunities across all levels. Not all roles are advertised, so feel free to send us your CV in confidence or call us directly.Keywords / alternative titles:Shipping Clerk, Junior Shipping Coordinator, Trainee Freight Forwarder, Import Clerk, Export Clerk, Logistics Assistant, Freight Administrator
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A leading construction contractor is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to play a... A leading construction contractor is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to play a key role on a flagship UK infrastructure programme. This is a high-impact position with genuine influence over project delivery, environmental performance, and long-term sustainability strategy. What you’ll be responsible for: Shaping environmental and sustainability performance across major construction projects, embedding best practice from design through delivery.Driving carbon, materials, and environmental management strategies that influence real-world project outcomes.Partnering with site teams, engineers, and leadership to turn sustainability commitments into practical, deliverable actions.Engaging with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure compliance while enhancing project reputation and performance.Using data, audits, and reporting to identify risks, drive improvement, and showcase environmental and sustainability impact. What we’re ideally looking for: A construction-experienced environmental or sustainability professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced project environments.Someone confident influencing site teams and senior stakeholders, translating technical requirements into actionable solutions.A strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, carbon management, and sustainability frameworks (e.g., PAS 2080, ISO 14001, BREEAM).Experience embedding environmental and sustainability processes across live construction projects, not just at policy level.A proactive, collaborative mindset with the drive to shape how major infrastructure projects are delivered more sustainably. Vacancy Reference: PR/028927 Vacancy Owner: Fraser Mclachlan | fraser.mclachlan@shirleyparsons.com | (+44) 1296 611339 | (+44) 7485329483
Our client, a leading freight company specialising in European logistics and road freight solutions... Our client, a leading freight company specialising in European logistics and road freight solutions is currently looking for a European Freight Forwarder to join their team based in Suffolk.As the European Freight Forwarder, you will be involved in daily operations within markets and dealing with Import and Export services between the UK and Europe. You will be planning, organising, directing, and help run day-to-day operations to exceed customers' expectations. You will also be responsible for negotiating rates with customer as well as transportation costs of suppliers.We are keen to speak with candidates who have 3-5 years' experience within the European Road Freight Forwarding sector, familiarity of the industry and technical expertise and knowledge / understanding of rates, customers, and suppliers within the European road freight sector.European Freight Forwarder responsibilities: Maintain and improve working relationships with both customers and suppliersMonitoring transport rates, markets, and looking after the job from start to finishSub-contracting haulage requirements, managing transportation bookings, and quotationsIncrease productivity, whilst minimising unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards Experience of the European Freight Forwarder: Computer literacyAble to work as part of a team as well as under own initiativeAdditional - European language would be advantageous, however is not essential Contact us today.careers@redrecruit.com01376 503567If this European Freight Forwarder is something you would like to know more about or you know of anyone that fits the bill, either forward this advert to them, send us their details or get in contact with us and we will do the rest. You can recommend as many people as you like via our website and earn a referral fee per candidate we place*. This is an unlimited offer.As recruiters specialising in freight and shipping, Red Recruit have vacancies at all levels within the industry, so please do get in touch to tell us what you're looking for and we'll do our best to assist. * T&C's apply. Please contact the office for more information. Please note: - We do not advertise all of our vacancies as some are highly confidential. Therefore please either submit your CV to us directly or call us in complete confidence. We have also setup a contacts list for candidates to join to be made aware of all relevant jobs to them. If this sounds of interest, then please get in contact with us via our website and send us your CV so that we can make sure you receive relevant updates on our latest vacancies.