Junior Dry Bulk Charterer

Union Maritime; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global shipping company in London is seeking a junior dry bulk charterer to join their chartering team. This is an exciting opportunity to support vessel fixing and market analysis, with ample room for personal growth in a dynamic team environment. The ideal candidate should be well-organised, hardworking, and eager to learn. This role offers a chance to develop a commercial strategy within an industry-leading organisation.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for personal growth

Qualifications

• Well-organised with a proactive approach towards tasks.
• Hardworking and committed to personal and professional growth.
• Quick learner eager to develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-fixture support and assistance.
• Conduct market research and analysis.
• Assist with charter party arrangements.

Skills

Well-organised

Hardworking

Desire to learn quickly

Ability to take on responsibility

Out-of-the-box thinking

Thriving in a dynamic environment

Job description

Overview

UML is a leading shipowner headquartered in London with a fleet of more than 70 vessels on the water currently covering both tankers and dry. UML offices span three continents with a significant customer base that continues to grow with their fleet of modern, economical vessels.

As UML continues its growth, the chartering team have identified the requirement for a junior dry bulk charterer to join the desk and assist in continuing the growth in this sub-sector. UML currently has ten dry vessels on the water with another twelve to deliver by the end of 2027. Thereafter there are opportunities for further vessel growth as well as opportunities to develop cargo and paper books.

Responsibilities

• Pre-fixture support
• Charter party assistance
• Market research and analysis
• Desk administration
• Liaising with counterparties (as the role develops)
• Fixing of vessels (as the role develops)

Key Skills / Qualifications

• Well-organised
• Hardworking
• Desire to learn quickly
• Ability to take on responsibility
• Out-of-the-box thinking
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

UML has a record of rewarding hard working, talented individuals and as the candidate develops into the role and demonstrates the required knowledge, the responsibilities will widen to include liaising with our counterparties and the fixing of our vessels.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven individual to join a leading global shipping company at a critical juncture in its growth. You will be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic team and have the chance to shape the future direction of the company's commercial strategy.

At Union Maritime, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative environment where talent is nurtured, and personal and professional growth is encouraged. If you are looking for a challenging, fast-paced role with the potential to grow and develop within an industry-leading organisation, we want to hear from you.