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who we are

Altius Talent was built to break away from transactional recruitment. In a candidate-short market, network is everything—and ours runs deep across international freight forwarding.


We operate as an extension of our clients' businesses, taking the time to understand their growth plans, culture and commercial goals. That insight, combined with our access to proven talent, delivers results that go far beyond industry averages.
Our growing team
James Hughes
James Hughes
Co-Founder

James began recruiting in the freight forwarding industry over 20 years ago, starting in Europe before expanding into the US market in 2013. With a background in Mergers and Acquisitions within global forwarding, he brings deep industry insight and commercial understanding to every search.

Lewis Wilson
Lewis Wilson
Co-founder

Lewis is a specialist freight forwarding recruiter supporting clients across the Northeast US and Texas. He recruits across all core forwarding functions, with a particular strength in project cargo. His focus is on helping clients build the teams needed to manage complex, high value moves with confidence.

Rob Tuckey
Rob Tuckey
Associate Director

Rob focuses on leadership, management and commercial roles across international freight forwarding. Rob is trusted by clients to deliver on complex and confidential searches, particularly where the candidate pool is narrow and precision matters.

Jamie Watts
Jamie Watts
Lead Recruiter USA

Jamie leads Altius Talent’s recruitment for the Chicago USA market. With over 10 years’ experience recruiting freight forwarding talent globally he partners with clients across Chicago to deliver commercial operational and leadership hires with a focus on long term fit and performance. Jamie is trusted to deliver executive level hires on a confidential basis for privately owned PE backed and publicly listed freight forwarding businesses.

Theo Palmer
Theo Palmer
Recruitment Consultant

Theo is known for delivering operational talent across the US freight forwarding sector. He has built a strong reputation for managing large-scale hiring projects, supporting clients through periods of rapid growth with precision and consistency.

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What sets us apart
Communication

Clear, honest communication is at the core of everything we do. We keep clients and candidates fully informed at every stage of the search, with no guesswork, no chasing, and no radio silence.

Accountability

We take ownership of every decision, every action, every outcome. If we fall short, we own it and put it right. We expect our partners to operate in the same way.

Diversity & Inclusion

We actively build inclusive shortlists and seek out diverse talent. Great teams aren’t built by hiring in your own image. We challenge bias and widen the lens. Every time.

Adaptability

Markets shift. Hiring needs evolve. We stay ahead by adjusting fast, using data, tools and insight to keep our clients competitive.

Confidentiality

Discretion is non-negotiable. We treat every search with the confidentiality it deserves, protecting reputations, sensitive information and commercial interests at every step.

Continuous Improvement

We’re always learning about the market, our clients, and ourselves. Every search is a chance to raise the bar and improve how we deliver.

Think the same way we do?

We’re building a team of search consultants who value accountability, clarity and results over KPIs and busywork. If you believe in delivering real impact (not just filling roles) we should talk.

Join our team
Communication

Clear, honest communication is at the core of everything we do. We keep clients and candidates fully informed at every stage of the search, with no guesswork, no chasing, and no radio silence.

Accountability

We take ownership of every decision, every action, every outcome. If we fall short, we own it and put it right. We expect our partners to operate in the same way.

Diversity & Inclusion

We actively build inclusive shortlists and seek out diverse talent. Great teams aren’t built by hiring in your own image. We challenge bias and widen the lens. Every time.

Adaptability

Markets shift. Hiring needs evolve. We stay ahead by adjusting fast, using data, tools and insight to keep our clients competitive.

Confidentiality

Discretion is non-negotiable. We treat every search with the confidentiality it deserves, protecting reputations, sensitive information and commercial interests at every step.

Continuous Improvement

We’re always learning about the market, our clients, and ourselves. Every search is a chance to raise the bar and improve how we deliver.

Think the same way we do?

We’re building a team of search consultants who value accountability, clarity and results over KPIs and busywork. If you believe in delivering real impact (not just filling roles) we should talk.

Join our team
our services

We specialize in international freight forwarding recruitment. Our approach is built on precision, partnership and performance, tailored to the commercial and strategic needs of every client we support.

Executive Search

When senior leadership hires that drive real impact are required, we deliver. Whether it's expanding regional operations or securing key PCL owners, we find the leaders who move your business forward.

Retained Search

When a search calls for confidentiality, control or niche expertise, our retained model delivers. Ideal for business-critical replacements, strategic moves or hard-to-fill roles in air, ocean and customs.

Specialist Contingent Recruitment

When speed and freight-specific expertise are essential, we support mid-level and volume hiring with precision. No shortcuts. No generic resumes. Just proven talent from within our global forwarding network.

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Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

Altius Talent is a specialist freight forwarding recruitment partner with established coverage across the United States and Europe. Our team actively delivers search assignments in New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles, as well as key European hubs including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

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