Ship Broker
Ship Broker
Location: Singapore Industry: Shipping / Maritime Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Ship Broker to join a dynamic shipping team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and developing business opportunities, negotiating chartering terms, and facilitating transactions between shipowners and charterers.
This role is suited to a commercially minded shipping professional with strong market knowledge, negotiation skills, and an established network within the maritime industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with shipowners, charterers, operators, and other key industry stakeholders .
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the relevant shipping market.
- Act as an intermediary between shipowners and charterers throughout the chartering process.
- Source suitable vessels and cargo opportunities based on client requirements.
- Negotiate freight rates, charter party terms, laycan, demurrage, commissions, and other commercial terms .
- Monitor market movements, freight rates, vessel positions, cargo availability, and industry developments.
- Prepare and circulate market information, vessel positions, cargo orders, and relevant commercial updates.
- Coordinate negotiations between counterparties and work towards mutually acceptable chartering terms.
- Support the preparation, negotiation, and execution of charter party agreements and related documentation.
- Follow up on fixtures and ensure smooth communication between all parties through to completion.
- Develop and maintain a strong database of vessel owners, charterers, cargo interests, and market contacts.
- Provide clients and internal stakeholders with timely updates on market conditions and commercial opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of negotiations, fixtures, commissions, and client activities.
- Ensure all transactions are conducted in accordance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Business, Logistics, or a related discipline .
- Relevant experience in shipbroking, chartering, commercial shipping, or vessel operations .
- Strong understanding of the shipping and chartering market.
- Established network of contacts among shipowners, charterers, operators, and/or cargo interests would be advantageous.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify and convert business opportunities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and commercially driven environment.
- Strong analytical and market research skills.
- Good understanding of charter party terms and shipping documentation.
- Proactive, resilient, and results-oriented with a strong business development mindset.