Tanker Shipbroker | Chartering & Market Intelligence Expert

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global is seeking a Tanker Shipbroker in Singapore to develop chartering opportunities and negotiate fixtures between shipowners and charterers. You will build client relationships, provide market intelligence and support the successful conclusion of tanker chartering transactions.

In this role you will identify cargo and vessel opportunities, match vessel availability to cargo, negotiate freight terms and prepare offers and fixture recaps.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Business or related discipline.
• 2–5 years of tanker shipbroking or tanker chartering experience.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills; client-development mindset.
• Knowledge of tanker markets, charter party terms, and freight calculations.
• Ability to manage multiple negotiations across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Identify cargo and vessel opportunities across assigned tanker markets.
• Develop and maintain relationships with shipowners, charterers, traders and fellow brokers.
• Match vessel availability with cargo requirements and propose suitable employment opportunities.
• Negotiate freight rates, hire, laycan and other commercial terms between counterparties.
• Prepare offers, counteroffers and fixture recaps, ensuring terms are accurately recorded.
• Coordinate the review and finalisation of charter parties and rider clauses.
• Monitor freight rates, vessel positions, cargo flows and market developments.
• Provide clients with timely market updates and commercial advice.
• Develop new accounts and expand business with existing clients.
• Coordinate with post-fixture teams on operational handovers and contractual queries.
• Maintain accurate records of enquiries, negotiations, fixtures and brokerage commissions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Business development

Market knowledge

Education

Diploma or degree in Maritime Studies, Shipping, Business or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Shipping/MIS software

Job description

Direct Search Global is seeking a Tanker Shipbroker in Singapore to develop chartering opportunities and negotiate fixtures between shipowners and charterers. You will build client relationships, provide market intelligence and support the successful conclusion of tanker chartering transactions.

In this role you will identify cargo and vessel opportunities, match vessel availability to cargo, negotiate freight terms and prepare offers and fixture recaps.