Shipbroker

Imperium Commodity Search; København; On-site; DKK 670,000 - 837,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct % payout

Job summary

Imperium Commodity Search is confidentially retained to appoint a Tanker Chartering Shipbroker (Suezmax/Aframax) for its Copenhagen office. The role offers direct % payout and a USD 100–125K annual base, with room to lead a European tanker chartering desk.

The candidate will broker spot and period charters, develop relationships with shipowners and trading counterparts, and drive growth across Europe and global markets. English fluency required; Denmark residency essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Tanker Chartering (Suezmax/Aframax) in a ship brokerage setting.
• Established network of shipowners and charterers.
• Track record in executing tanker fixtures and revenue generation.
• Strong commercial instinct and relationship-driven growth skills.
• Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.
• Willingness to live and work in Denmark.

Responsibilities

• Broker spot and period tanker charters across Suezmax and Aframax segments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with shipowners, trading houses, oil majors and supply chain operators.
• Drive business development through proactive client engagement across Europe and global markets.
• Monitor freight markets, macro developments and tanker supply/demand dynamics.
• Execute charter fixtures from negotiation through to recap and post-fixture
• Collaborate with internal trading and commercial teams to identify cross-sell opportunities.
• Contribute to the growth and positioning of the Copenhagen tanker charter desk.
• Represent the firm at industry events and maritime conferences.

Skills

Tanker chartering

Networking

Business development

English fluency

Denmark residency

Client relationships

Job description

Compensation: USD 100–125K (equivalent) + Direct % Payout

Imperium Commodity Search is confidentially retained by a fast-growing international maritime trading and brokerage platform to appoint a Tanker Chartering Shipbroker (Suezmax / Aframax) as part of the expansion of its Copenhagen office.

Operating across ship brokerage, maritime transactions and commodity trading, the firm combines entrepreneurial execution with strong capital backing and structured growth plans. This hire forms a key part of the build-out of its European tanker chartering desk, with clear progression and long-term desk leadership potential.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an established Tanker Charter Broker seeking greater autonomy, transparent compensation and the ability to scale a desk within a growth-focused maritime platform.

The Role – Tanker Chartering (Suezmax / Aframax)

As a Tanker Chartering Shipbroker, you will:

• Broker spot and period tanker charters across Suezmax and Aframax segments
• Develop and maintain relationships with shipowners, trading houses, oil majors and supply chain operators
• Drive business development through proactive client engagement across Europe and global markets
• Monitor freight markets, macro developments and tanker supply/demand dynamics
• Execute charter fixtures from negotiation through to recap and post-fixture coordination
• Collaborate with internal trading and commercial teams to identify cross-sell opportunities
• Contribute to the strategic growth and positioning of the Copenhagen tanker charter desk
• Represent the firm at industry events and maritime conferences

Experience & Profile

We would welcome discussions with candidates who have:

• 3+ years’ experience in Tanker Chartering (Suezmax and/or Aframax) within a ship brokerage environment
• Established network of shipowners, charterers and trading counterparties
• Proven track record executing tanker fixtures and generating revenue
• Strong commercial instinct and relationship-driven business development skills
• Fluency in English (additional languages advantageous)
• Ability to live and work in Denmark

Why Join This Platform?

• Direct % payout aligned with performance
• Opportunity to build and scale a European tanker chartering desk
• Access to broader shipping, trading and capital networks
• Entrepreneurial environment with clear internal progression
• Newly established Copenhagen office with long‑term growth strategy