Operations Executive (Dry Cargo - Cape)

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

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It’s an exciting time to come and work with us! As a market leader, we operate in a buoyant, fast-paced and evolving marketplace, and ‎we continually strive to adapt to our clients’ needs.

We are looking for an Operations Executive to join our Dry Cargo team in Singapore to provide broker support. You will work alongside ourexperienced Brokers and carry out various tasks as outlined in the description below. The ideal candidate will have an interest in shipping, be hard-working and self-motivated with a flexible and proactive approach, and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic broking environment.

Role Summary

The main purpose of an Operations Executive is to support the efforts of the shipbrokers. Your role requires operational and administrative services, working closely with the Charterers/Owners and Brokers to ensure timely facilitation of information, paying close attention to shipping operational details in order to manage effective collaboration among all parties involved.

What you will be doing

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of the shipping process, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of vessels
• Handle client/operators’ communications, addressing enquiries, resolving issues and providing exceptional customer service
• Collaborate with internal team to ensure smooth operations and streamline processes
• Learning and understanding shipping documents, BIMCO terms/clauses, hire statements & statement of facts
• Understanding of typical Dry Cargo - Cape charter parties, contracts, demurrage/claims calculations
• Maintain detailed records and prepare reports on shipping activities when assigned by clients/brokers.
• Consult our Brokers in anticipation of possible operational matters
• Other ad-hoc operations duties as and when assigned

What we are looking for

We invite applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Drive and self-motivation, with the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change;
• Resilience with the ability to persist and adapt;
• Collaboration, able to work well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills, and deliver results;
• Effective relationship building, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport;
• Smart problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas;
• Professional integrity and a respect for company values.

Key Attributes

• Possesses at least a Diploma
• Previous experience working at a shipping company would be advantageous
• An excellent command of English and Mandarin (written and verbal) is required to liaise with clients
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with operators
• Detail-oriented and organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Hands-on with a positive attitude
• Strong team player & able to work independently
• Flexible in the workplace, and willing to work outside regular office hours, if required
• Confident and friendly personality
• Strong desire to build and develop one’s career in Shipping Operations

Special Job Requirements

• Travel as required.