Braemar is one of the world’s largest shipbrokers and a provider of expert advice in shipping investment, chartering, and risk management to the marine and energy industries with offices in the UK, Switzerland, Greece, Spain, USA, Australia, China, UAE, Singapore, India and Brazil. The Group comprises two operating divisions: Shipbroking, and Corporate Finance. These work together to offer a unique combination of skills for clients, at anytime, anywhere in the world. Shipbrokers act as intermediaries between two parties in the shipping industry.
We are now looking for a Trainee Broker to join our vibrant business, based in our Singapore office.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of Asia Pacific S&P based in Singapore, you will work alongside colleagues in our Singapore and Atlantic/Pacific region to gain exposure to the full shipping Sale and Purchase markets.
Job Responsibilities
Support sales and purchase brokering business
- Support the team with market data analysis to identify business opportunities
- Evaluate recommendations for potential ship sale and purchase opportunities
Client accounts support
- Manage contracts with ship owners and brokers
- Manage issues arising from servicing client accounts
- Manage information exchange with clients
- Maintain relationships with clients
Sales and purchase brokering operations
- Facilitate the negotiation of the terms of sales and purchases of ships and contracts
- Post-fixture operations until successful delivery
Education, Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate should be a dedicated and diligent team player who is focused with strong attention to detail. With critical thinking skills, you will recognise the value of precision and nuance as much as productivity.
You should have:
- A Maritime Studies/Commercial/Business degree or any relevant degree in a quantitative field.
- Proactive approach, self-starter maintaining collaboration with customers.
- Attention to detail, strong communication and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrable strong data handling ability and information management.
- Resilient, adaptable to changes and an excellent team player.
