We are an established multi-national ship-broking firm.
- As a Shipbroker, you may cover many disciplines, such as sale and purchase, dry cargo broking, tanker broking or container broking. However, it is more commonplace for Shipbrokers to specialise in one particular area.
- Typical responsibilities of a Shipbroker would involve marketing of tonnage (ships) to customers/shippers/charterers. Negotiate spot/time charters to achieve maximum income for the owners.
- You would maintain records or tonnage within the company's database.
- A Shipbroker is involved in many stages of setting up and negotiating deals, including presenting the business to potential clients, negotiating the main terms of a contract or sale and seeing it through to its conclusion and any follow up that may be involved.
- Like any role that involves buying and selling, a good Shipbroker would build up a database of contacts and keep a close eye on the shipping market, interpreting trends and seeing opportunities for clients.
Key skills and qualifications:
- Having an entrepreneurial nature would be highly desirable along with a strong personal drive to succeed.
- Ability to negotiate is vital as this is a principle skill requirement in Shipbroking.
- Excellent presentation skills will be required.
- Good Understanding of accounting and numeracy skills are essential to this job.
- A Shipbroker must be able to communicate well both verbally as well as in written format.
- Shipping operational background or relevant shipping industry experience is a must.
- Existing client base and contacts is always beneficial, but not a necessity if has a proven track record in the shipping industry.
