Our recruitment solutions – agri-food
The agri-food industry, a fast-changing sector and recruitment under pressure
The UK’s food industry, one of the most dynamic in the world, is facing growing economic and environmental challenges. Continuous innovation, particularly in terms of sustainability, and the complexity of supply chains demand unprecedented agility from companies.
HR challenges linked to the talent shortage and skills evolution
Companies are faced with high staff turnover, major difficulties in recruiting and retaining talent, and growing expectations in terms of training. The focus has gradually shifted to HR issues around sourcing talent with dual expertise: technical, but also behavioural. This context also highlights the need to set up training plans to adapt skills to constantly evolving innovations.
Key figures for the agri-food sector in UK
- Job growth: the food industry accounts for nearly 430,000 jobs in the UK, with a steady rise in demand for qualified technical and logistics profiles.
- Innovation and sustainability: over 70% of agri-food companies are investing in innovation projects linked to sustainability, increasing the need for profiles with expertise in green technologies.
- Sales: the food industry generates sales of over €190 billion, making it a key player in the UK economy.
Actual Talent, your recruitment partner for your HR challenges in the food industry
Thanks to our sector expertise and tailor-made approach, Actual Talent offers the agri-food industry support in their talent management.
Search & Selection
Faced with a shortage of talent for technical positions and the need for precise sourcing, the Actual Talent search & selection broadens the search horizons to identify and attract qualified profiles.
Assessment Centre
Evaluating candidates’ technical and behavioural skills helps you to ensure that they meet the specific requirements of the sector and the job, particularly in terms of adaptability and responsiveness.
RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing)
By outsourcing all, or part, of the recruitment process, you can manage the pressure of mass recruitment, often seen in the food industry, more effectively.
Employer Brand
Working on your employer brand will enable you to promote innovation and personal development opportunities to attract candidates in a sector that is generally perceived as traditional.
Specialist industry experts at your side
We work alongside a wide range of industries, from large groups to more local businesses, to offer them the competitive edge they need to grow. One of our missions is to respond to your specific employment challenges in the agri-food sector with innovative, people-focused solutions tailored to the changing market.
Actual Talent stands out in the world of recruitment agencies for an approach deeply rooted in people and innovation. In addition to our multi-sector expertise, we position ourselves as a genuine strategic partner for our clients, with the ability to anticipate your needs through proactive sourcing.
Our approach is not limited to the search for technical skills, but includes a detailed, high-quality assessment of soft skills, which are essential in a constantly changing professional environment. The development and use of innovative tools, such as Assessment Centres and evaluation systems like SAVEN, enable us to support talent over the long term, fostering loyalty and overall team performance.
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