At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn and support international freight forwarding across road, ocean, and air operations.
- Company: Join ALPI UK, a global leader in logistics with a personal touch.
- Benefits: Enjoy 20 days' leave, loyalty holidays, and private medical insurance after a year.
- Other info: Dynamic apprenticeship with potential for permanent position and career growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in logistics while gaining a Level 3 qualification.
- Qualifications: Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Basildon office as an International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprentice. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career within the international freight forwarding and logistics industry whilst gaining a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification.
Job type: Fixed-term apprenticeship, full time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5.30pm (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break). 40 hours per week.
Salary: Competitive apprenticeship salary, dependent on age
About the Role: This apprenticeship provides practical, hands-on experience across multiple areas of the business, allowing you to develop the skills and knowledge required to support international supply chains, customs activities, customer service operations and freight forwarding processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Learn and support international freight forwarding activities across road, ocean and air freight operations.
- Assist in the coordination and movement of shipments throughout the supply chain.
- Support customer service activities and maintain effective communication with customers, suppliers and overseas partners.
- Assist with the preparation and processing of freight documentation.
- Learn how to complete import and export activities accurately and within required timescales.
- Gain an understanding of customs procedures, compliance requirements and international trade regulations.
- Support invoicing and administrative activities in line with Company procedures.
- Maintain and utilise operational systems effectively and accurately.
- Assist with the preparation of quotations and customer enquiries.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments including Customs, Finance, Operations and Customer Services.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies within operational workflows.
- Develop strong customer and inter-departmental relationships.
- Participate in departmental rotations to gain experience across different areas of the business.
- Work in accordance with Company policies, procedures and standard operating procedures at all times.
- Comply with all Company Health & Safety policies and safe systems of work.
Skills, Experience and Competencies:
- Strong communication skills.
- Good organisation and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work accurately and follow processes.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
Essential Qualifications: Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths.
Benefits that support you:
- 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Loyalty holiday scheme, awarding 1 additional day's annual leave for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days
- Milestone Day, an additional paid day off to celebrate a meaningful personal occasion of your choice
- Enhanced pension contributions, increasing to a 9% employer contribution after 1 year's service
- Free annual pension and investment review with our independent financial adviser
- Death in Service benefit equivalent to 3 times your annual salary after 6 months' service
- Private Medical Insurance after 1 year's service (subject to application and scheme eligibility)
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and eligible family members
- Access to our employee discounts and benefits platform
Training and Qualification: The successful candidate will complete the International Freight Forwarding Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship delivered by South Essex College. The duration of the apprenticeship will be 18 months (with 3 months to complete the End Point Assessment).
Career Progression: Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to a permanent position within ALPI UK, subject to performance and business requirements.
About Us: ALPI UK is part of the Albini & Pitigliani Group, an international freight forwarding and logistics organisation with a history spanning more than 80 years. Established in Italy, the Group has grown into a global network providing logistics and supply chain solutions across international markets. With locations across Essex, Manchester, Tamworth, Heathrow and Scotland, ALPI UK combines the strength and stability of a global business with the personal approach of a local team. We are proud to support customers across a wide range of industries through our expertise in freight forwarding, customs, warehousing and supply chain management.
International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprentice in Basildon employer: ALPI UK
ALPI UK is an exceptional employer that offers a supportive and dynamic work environment in Basildon, where you can kickstart your career in international freight forwarding. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, you will benefit from competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and opportunities for personal and professional growth through a nationally recognised apprenticeship programme. The company fosters a collaborative culture, encouraging innovation and teamwork while providing access to valuable resources such as private medical insurance and financial advice.
