Operations Manager - London

Spinnaker; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A private investment client specializing in the maritime industry seeks an Operations Manager to manage complex maritime operations and asset portfolios in their London team. This role includes overseeing diverse fleet operations, managing vessel earnings, and coordinating with various teams. Ideal candidates have extensive maritime experience and negotiation skills, making this an excellent opportunity within a sophisticated investment firm.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in maritime operations.
• Strong understanding of shipping industry dynamics.
• Proven track record in vessel management and commercial operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations for a diverse fleet.
• Monitor and manage vessel earnings.
• Negotiate commercial charter party fixtures.
• Coordinate vessel condition inspections.

Skills

Negotiation

Coordination

Vessel Management

Commercial Operations

Job description

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Operations Manager – London

A private investment client specialising in the maritime industry are seeking a dynamic professional to manage complex maritime operations and asset portfolios amongst their London team.

Key Responsibilities:

– Oversee operations for a diverse fleet.
– Monitor and manage vessel earnings, working closely with brokers and commercial departments.
– Develop and maintain operational guidelines and procedures.
– Negotiate commercial charter party fixtures.
– Coordinate vessel condition inspections and fleet management.
– Manage comprehensive insurance processes, including underwriter liaisons and claims management.
– Execute ship sale and purchase (S&P) transactions.
– Serve as a central coordination point between Investment, Operations, Technical, and Legal teams.

Ideal Candidate:

– Extensive experience in maritime operations.
– Strong understanding of shipping industry dynamics.
– Excellent negotiation and coordination skills.
– Ability to manage complex maritime asset portfolios.
– Proven track record in vessel management and commercial operations.
– Experience with charter parties.

An excellent opportunity to work with a sophisticated maritime investment firm managing portfolios with access to a robust network of industry partners and strategic relationships.

Role location: London (potential opportunity to be based in Hamburg also).