Multimodal Freight Forwarder – UK

Date posted: 14 August 2026

Job Title: Multimodal Freight Forwarder

Location: St Helens, United Kingdom

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

 

Join Our Growing UK Freight Forwarding Team

TCB Group is looking for a Multimodal Freight Forwarder to join our team in St Helens.

This is a hands-on operational role offering the opportunity to manage international import and export shipments across ocean, air and road freight, with a particular focus on ocean freight.

Working as part of a small and experienced team, you will take ownership of shipments from initial quotation through to final delivery, coordinating every stage of the process and ensuring customers receive a reliable and responsive service.

For a freight forwarding professional looking for greater responsibility and the opportunity to broaden their multimodal experience, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing international logistics business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage import and export shipments from initial quotation through to final delivery.
  • Coordinate international ocean, air and road freight movements, with a primary focus on ocean freight.
  • Prepare and process import and export documentation.
  • Assist with customs declarations and ensure relevant shipment documentation is completed accurately.
  • Liaise closely with customers, overseas agents, shipping lines, airlines, hauliers and other suppliers.
  • Prepare quotations and provide customers with competitive freight solutions.
  • Create and maintain accurate job files within CargoWise.
  • Monitor shipments throughout the transportation process and provide customers with regular updates.
  • Proactively identify and resolve operational issues or delays.
  • Process supplier costs and customer invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Work closely with colleagues to ensure a consistently high standard of customer service.
  • Take ownership of individual shipments and ensure they are managed efficiently from start to finish.

About You

We’re looking for a proactive and organised freight forwarding professional who enjoys taking ownership of shipments and delivering a high standard of service to customers.

You’ll be comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment, managing multiple shipments simultaneously and communicating with customers, suppliers and overseas partners.

Previous experience across every mode of transport is not essential. We’re interested in candidates with a solid freight forwarding background who are keen to expand their knowledge across ocean, air and road freight.

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience within freight forwarding or international logistics.
  • Operational experience within at least one major transport mode, including ocean, air or road freight.
  • Experience handling import and/or export shipments.
  • Good understanding of the international freight forwarding process.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach to operational challenges.
  • Willingness to learn and develop your knowledge across multiple freight modes.

Desirable Experience

  • Previous multimodal freight forwarding experience.
  • Experience handling both import and export shipments.
  • Knowledge of customs procedures and customs declarations.
  • Previous experience using CargoWise or a similar freight management system.

Customs expertise is advantageous but is not essential for the position.

Why Join TCB Group?

  • Join a growing international freight forwarding business.
  • Develop your experience across ocean, air and road freight within a small, supportive and experienced team.
  • Gain hands-on experience across different areas of international freight forwarding.
  • Build a long-term career within the freight and logistics industry.
  • Annual company bonus.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Competitive salary dependent on experience.

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced freight forwarding professional looking for a varied operational role with the opportunity to develop your multimodal expertise, we’d like to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to shane@tcbgroup.com along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.

Reference: Multimodal Freight Forwarder

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