What is Equality
Achieving an inclusive culture
Connie Lelliot
HR Advisor
WHAT DOES YOUR JOB ENTAIL AT HOWARD TENENS LOGISTICS?
As HR Advisor, my day-to-day duties involve supporting line managers, as well as providing support on projects including recruitment, learning and development; and engagement.
WHAT ASPECT OF YOUR WORK DO YOU ENJOY MOST?
The favourite part of my role is dealing with our employees and helping them in all situations. This can be from difficult ones through to nice ones in which they are being promoted.
DOES THE LOGISTICS INDUSTRY OFFER EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL?
Traditionally, logistics has always been a male dominated environment, but this is changing and Howard Tenens Logistics is playing its part in this.
HOW IMPORTANT IS THE COMPANY’S APPROACH TO DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE?
Very important. We want everyone at Howard Tenens Logistics to feel included and comfortable when they come to work every day. Diversity allows us to have open and honest conversations with our colleagues and, from this, it is possible to develop a range of ideas. This approach enables us to move the business forward in the best possible way.
WHAT IS HOWARD TENENS LOGISTICS RECRUITMENT POLICY?
We encourage applications from talented people from a variety of backgrounds and skills. As an inclusive company we want to hear from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans and people living with disabilities.
WHAT IS YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE OF WORKING AT THE COMPANY?
I have always felt listened to and valued and I love working here, as the company really cares about its most important resource – its employees.
WOULD YOU RECOMMEND A CAREER IN THIS SECTOR WITH HOWARD TENENS LOGISTICS?
Definitely. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career then there are a host of opportunities available to you here.
