Talent Specialist – Crewing Recruitment (Maritime)
Are you a graduate or early-career professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment?
Do you have the drive and curiosity to connect seafarers with their next great opportunity at sea?
At Faststream Recruitment, the world’s number one maritime recruitment business, we’re offering the opportunity to join one of the most respected crewing recruitment teams in the industry.
As a Talent Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in finding, engaging, and supporting the best seagoing professionals across the global maritime sector — from officers and engineers to hotel and deck crew working on tankers, cruise ships, and specialist vessels.
This is a pure candidate-sourcing role – no sales or business development – just the chance to build deep relationships with maritime talent around the world and make a real impact on people’s careers and our clients’ operations.
Key Responsibilities
Source, engage, and qualify top seagoing talent for permanent and contract opportunities on tankers, cruise ships, and specialist vessels
Build trusted, long-term relationships with officers, engineers, and crew worldwide
Maintain proactive pipelines and talent communities across maritime disciplines
Use creative sourcing tools and social platforms to identify and attract candidates
Conduct structured interviews and vetting to ensure compliance and quality
Work closely with Consultants and Account Managers to deliver full crewing solutions
Keep accurate and compliant records within our CRM and candidate systems
Who We’re Looking For
Experience in recruitment delivery, resourcing, or maritime crewing (agency or in-house) is an advantage
Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in the maritime industry and people who work at sea
Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Curious, energetic, and proactive – thrives on solving problems and finding great people
Motivated by teamwork, quality, and delivering exceptional service
What We Offer
Circa £30,000 total reward + benefits
Industry-leading training, mentoring, and maritime career insight
Hybrid working from our premium Southampton HQ
Supportive, collaborative culture with regular incentives and social events
The chance to build your career with the #1 Maritime Recruitment Business in the world
If you’re ready to grow your career in global crewing and talent delivery, working with one of the most established names in maritime recruitment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply in confidence or contact me directly for a discreet conversation.
Rachel Farndell - Director of Talent
Rachel.farndell@faststream.com / +44 (0) 7817 595027