Junior Shipbroker (Containers)

Clarksons Singapore Pte. Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarksons Singapore Pte. Limited seeks an experienced Broker for its Containers team in Singapore. You will develop and manage client relationships, identify opportunities, and execute fixtures across key routes while collaborating with Owners, Charterers, and internal stakeholders.

The role requires a proven shipbroking track record, strong market awareness, and outstanding negotiation and communication skills in English and Danish, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced market environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in shipbroking.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in the Containers/shipbroking market.
• Excellent English and Danish communication, written and spoken.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced maritime environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage client relationships for the Containers desk.
• Identify commercial opportunities and fixtures with Owners and Charterers.
• Negotiate freight/hire terms and other fixture conditions.
• Prepare recaps and fixture documentation.
• Maintain market intelligence and daily reports.
• Represent the business at meetings and events as required.

Skills

Shipbroking

Client relationships

Negotiation

Market knowledge

English language

Danish language

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Overview

Offering a complete ecosystem of maritime services, including broking, finance, port services and research, Clarksons is at the heart of global shipping. Our unrivalled reach, expertise, and depth of experience, combined with leading research, enables us to partner with clients across every sector to meet the demands of the world’s rapidly evolving maritime, offshore, trade and energy markets. Building on our unique heritage and harnessing our insights to see further, faster, we work with our clients and communities to create strategies that have a positive impact on the industry and the world around us. Dedicated to excellence, it’s our people that drive success for our clients.

To understand more including day-to-day life at Clarksons, visit us at www.clarksons.com

Division Overview

Our Containers Department coordinate deals between container ship owners and liner companies that enable globalised trade. We allow our clients the widest possible access to the industry's most detailed data and we track market fundamentals, feeding this strategic intelligence into their businesses.

Discover more at www.clarksons.com/broking

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Broker to join our Containers team in Singapore. You will be responsible for developing and managing client relationships, identifying commercial opportunities, and negotiating and executing fixtures across key trading routes. Working closely with owners, charterers, traders and internal stakeholders, you will leverage your market knowledge and expertise to deliver successful outcomes for clients while maximising business performance.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in shipbroking, strong market awareness, and excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills. Commercially minded and driven, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be motivated to grow your portfolio, generate revenue and contribute to the continued success of the business.

What you’ll be doing

• Support and work closely with Senior Brokers on the Containers desk in developing and executing broking opportunities.
• Market vessels, requirements and relevant opportunities to Owners, Charterers and other clients within the Containers market.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients, while actively identifying and building relationships with new Owners and Charterers.
• Assist with negotiations between Owners and Charterers, including freight/hire rates, commercial terms and other key terms of a fixture.
• Maintain a strong understanding of vessel positions, market movements, freight/hire levels and other developments within the Containers market.
• Prepare and circulate daily market reports, position lists and other relevant market information to clients.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities and potential new business.
• Provide timely market information, analysis and trade ideas to clients to support their commercial decision-making.
• Assist with fixtures from initial enquiry through to conclusion, including preparation of recaps, charter parties and other relevant fixture documentation where required.
• Represent the business through client meetings, industry events and business travel where required.
• Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.
• Maintain accurate records of client activity, fixtures, market information and business development opportunities.
• Continue to build strong knowledge and expertise of the Containers market, including key Owners, Charterers, trade routes, vessel supply/demand and broader market dynamics.

What we’re looking for

We welcome applications from candidates who share our Company Values and key attributes, as follows:

• Integrity and respect – acting thoughtfully and ethically to do the right thing, and to promote and foster a respectful work environment for all.
• Drive – self-motivation and the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change.
• Relationship building – excellent communicator to effectively build strong, long-lasting relationships with colleagues, clients and others.
• Collaboration – working well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills and deliver results.
• Resilience - persisting and adapting to changing or difficult situations, and adopting a positive and focused approach.
• Smart - problem-solving abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas.

Other requirements

• Proven track record in shipbroking.
• Demonstrable ability to identify and convert commercial opportunities into successful fixtures.
• Existing industry relationships and a strong network within the market would be advantageous.
• At least 2 years' strong experience and market knowledge within the relevant market segment.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Danish, both verbal and written, to liaise with clients.
• Strong relationship-building skills, able to develop and maintain long-term client partnerships.
• Driven, self-motivated and commercially focused.
• Strong commercial judgement and negotiation skills.
• Confident and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.