Ship Broker(Japanese Speaking)

JAC Recruitment Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime industry firm based in Singapore is seeking a Ship Broker who is fluent in Japanese. Responsibilities include developing relationships with Japanese clients, facilitating transactions in ship sales and chartering, and market trend analysis. Ideal candidates will have prior maritime experience, strong negotiation skills, and be familiar with Japanese business culture.

Benefits

Performance Incentive

Qualifications

• Prior experience in shipbroking, shipping operations, or related maritime roles preferred.
• Self-motivated, proactive, with ability to work independently and in teams.
• Familiarity with Japanese business culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with Japanese maritime stakeholders.
• Facilitate negotiations and transactions in ship sale and chartering.
• Monitor and analyze market trends for client insights.

Skills

Native-level proficiency in Japanese

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Our client is a well-established ship brokerage firm based in Singapore, known for its strong presence in the global maritime industry. As part of its strategic expansion into the Japanese market, the company is seeking a Ship Broker-Japanese Speaking to join its team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain relationships with Japanese shipowners, charterers, trading houses and shipyards
• Facilitate negotiations and transactions related to ship sale & purchase and chartering
• Monitor and analyze market trends, providing insights and reports to clients and internal teams
• Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts and related documentation
• Collaborate closely with internal brokers and support teams to ensure smooth deal execution
• Represent the company in meetings, conferences, and industry events, particularly in Japan-related contexts

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Native-level proficiency in Japanese (spoken and written) to liaise with clients
• Prior experience in shipbroking, shipping operations, or maritime-related roles is highly preferred
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work both independently and in a team environment
• Familiarity with Japanese business culture and practices is a plus

OTHER INFORMATIONS

Salary and benefits will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and skill set

• Performance Incentive

JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd.

1 Raffles Place #42-01, One Raffles Place, Tower 1, Singapore 048616

Tel: [phone] Name: Yusaku Yoshida

EA Personnel Registration Number: R23111969

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