Senior Shipbroker (Tankers)

CLARKSONS SINGAPORE PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global maritime services provider in Singapore is looking for a Senior Shipbroker to join their Tankers desk. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in Tankers broking, strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include negotiating charters, maintaining client relationships, and providing market insights. Candidates should possess fluency in English and advanced MS Office skills. A driven and client-focused mindset is essential in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in Tankers broking.
• Proven track record of developing business with clients.
• Fluency in English for communication.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate charters and maintain relationships with clients.
• Provide market insights and manage daily activities.
• Build rapport and develop business opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Commercial judgement

Fluency in English

MS Office skills

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

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.

Role Summary

The main purpose of a Shipbroker is to act as a specialist intermediary/negotiator between shipowners and charterers to arrange ocean transport of goods and commodities by sea, the employment of a vessel or to buy/sell ships on behalf of a client. A career in Ship Broking is exciting, interesting, challenging and highly competitive, not to mention rewarding.

We are looking for a Senior Shipbroker to join our Tankers desk. You will work alongside other Shipbrokers and carry out various tasks as outlined in the description below. The ideal candidate will have some experience within chemical markets, and possess strong interpersonal skills, with a driven and self‑motivated approach. The ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic broking environment is also required.

What you will be doing

• Instigate, arrange and negotiate deals, including relationship building to develop business
• Daily contact with ship owners and charterers
• Maintain a database of daily market activities and keep track of vessel positions
• Negotiate charters to achieve optimum results for clients
• Provide market insight and trade ideas to clients
• Build strong rapport with existing clients and develop business with new clients
• Maintain databases and prepare market information and reports for clients
• Maintain internal data flow of key market information

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 in accordance with Conduct Rules, 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 and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas.

Other requirements

• Previous experience or exposure of Tankers broking preferred, with at least 10 years’ relevant experience
• Prior experience working in a global multinational company (MNC) is advantageous
• Proven track record of building strong working relationships with clients and develop new business
• Good commercial judgement with excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Fluency in English is essential to liaise with colleagues on desk as well as clients
• Driven, self‑motivated and client‑focused
• An outgoing and confident personality
• Strong numeracy skills and excellent presentation skills
• Confident and able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong MS office skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Special Job Requirements

• Travel as required.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this position, please send your resume and covering letter to [e-mail]