Job Description

Job Title:

Talent Acquisition Advisor

Location:

Port of Tilbury

Hours:

Full-time | Hybrid


Please note: due to the nature of this role, we require a minimum on-site presence of three days per week. Therefore, candidates should be located within a commutable distance to the port and able to attend site regularly as required.


Forth Ports is one of the UK's largest and most dynamic port operator groups, playing a key role in connecting the UK with Europe and beyond. As a multimodal ports owner and operator, we are at the forefront of delivering innovative port-related services. With our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042, we are committed to sustainability and driving the expansion of the UK's renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind.


We have a newly-created role for a Talent Acquisition Advisor to join the Port of Tilbury, at an exciting time to join our team as we continue to enhance and develop our recruitment strategy across the group.

About The Role

Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting the development and implementation of effective recruitment policies and processes across the Port of Tilbury and the wider group.


This position encompasses both operational and strategic elements of recruitment, with a strong emphasis on data analysis and reporting to drive informed decision-making within the Talent Acquisition and broader HR teams. Your remit will cover the full recruitment lifecycle, including early careers and experienced hires.


You will contribute to the design and execution of attraction strategies, ensuring a positive, engaging candidate experience at every stage. As a key member of the Talent Acquisition team, you will help evolve and enhance our recruitment approach, including the exploration and integration of AI-driven tools and technologies.


A core aspect of the role involves close collaboration with Hiring Managers to gain a deep understanding of their resourcing needs, enabling the creation of tailored recruitment strategies and the successful delivery of effective hiring plans.

Key responsibilities:

Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, including drafting and publishing job advertisements, reviewing applications, conducting screening calls, and ensuring a smooth candidate journey through the recruitment process. Drive both operational and strategic recruitment initiatives, leveraging data and reporting to inform and improve hiring decisions. Manage a diverse portfolio of vacancies across operational, office-based, and senior leadership roles, balancing competing priorities effectively. Partner with Hiring Managers to design and implement tailored recruitment strategies, offering expert guidance on best practices and market insights. Conduct initial telephone and video interviews, providing comprehensive and constructive candidate feedback to support informed hiring decisions. Prepare bespoke interview packs and competency-based question sets to support Hiring Managers in conducting effective and consistent in-person interviews. Coordinate virtual and in-person interview logistics, ensuring timely communication and updates are shared across HR teams and relevant stakeholders. Work collaboratively with the wider HR team to support the preparation of employment contracts and contribute to seamless onboarding experiences. Lead in designing and the delivery of recruitment and assessment centres, particularly in support of apprentice and graduate programmes. Contribute to employer branding initiatives and play an active role in the design and execution of recruitment campaigns, including careers week and outreach events. Represent the organisation at external events such as careers fairs and engagement sessions with local schools, colleges, and other educational partners. Play a key role in enhancing the Talent Acquisition function, including exploring the use of AI tools and innovative sourcing methods

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced and self-assured recruitment professional with a collaborative mindset and a proven ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Ideally, you will have experience within a comparable sector, such as Ports, Transport, Logistics, or Supply Chain and will be confident managing a varied and fast-paced workload. Your strengths should include building trusted relationships across all levels of the business and adapting your approach to meet the unique needs of different teams. A key part of this role is delivering a positive, engaging, and seamless candidate experience across a broad spectrum of roles and Hiring Managers.

Skills & Qualifications:

At least 3 years' experience in end-to-end recruitment, ideally within Ports, Transport, Logistics, or Supply Chain sectors however those making a move from agency will also be considered Ability to manage a diverse and fast-paced recruitment portfolio, from operational to senior leadership roles Good working knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), with the ability to effectively manage the end-to-end recruitment process and generate insightful reports Strong stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and consultative approach Demonstrated experience in designing and executing tailored recruitment strategies Experienced in preparing interview materials, including competency-based questions and bespoke interview packs Confident in leading the design and delivery of recruitment days and assessment centres Passionate about employer branding and skilled in executing recruitment campaigns and outreach events Innovative mindset with an interest in emerging recruitment tools and sourcing methods, including the use of AI Full UK working rights and UK driving licence are both essential

What Forth Ports can offer you:

At Forth Ports, our people are our priority, and we are committed to creating a flexible, open, and supportive working culture. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

A competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement A defined pension scheme and life assurance Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family Cycle to work scheme and on-site free parking Attractive Family Friendly Policies Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK-wide restaurants, car rentals, and holidays GymFlex health club memberships


We value diversity and inclusivity, and we are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Talent Acquisition professional and looking to continue your career as part of a forward-thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter when submitting your application via the 'Apply Now' link.

Required Criteria

Proven end-to-end recruitment experience, ideally in Ports, Transport, Logistics, or Supply Chain, but agency experience considered Strong stakeholder management and tailored recruitment strategy skills, from operational to senior leadership roles, including assessment centres and campaigns Proficiency with ATS and recruitment technology, managing processes, generating reports, and leveraging innovative sourcing tools Full UK working rights and UK driving licence

Skills Needed

About The Company

Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies.


The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.


Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.

Company Culture

Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.


A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don't just take our word for it; view the "Some of our People" section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they've grown with us, and what motivates them each day.


The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.

Company Benefits

We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance.


Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.


Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme

Salary

38,000.00 - 42,500.00 per year