ACL Shipbrokers Ltd
Trainee Shipbroker
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Company Description
ACL Shipbrokers is an independent ship brokerage specialising in Sale & Purchase (S&P) and chartering worldwide. We hold a strong market presence in the tug and workboat sectors alongside various other vessel types, taking a hands-on and innovative approach to shipbroking. We pride ourselves on building close, long-term client relationships, and providing a discreet, honest, and transparent brokerage service.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Trainee Shipbroker role based in Edinburgh. You will work directly alongside both our S&P and Chartering desks, gaining comprehensive exposure to every aspect of shipbrokerage. From day one, you will be given direct responsibility and client-facing opportunities. While fast-paced and dynamic, your personal development will be carefully structured and tailored to suit your individual strengths and career aspirations.
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Key Responsibilities
- Client & Stakeholder Communication: Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, vessel owners, charterers, and subcontractors by phone and email.
- Market Niche Development: Build and manage your own specialist vessel niche as a live project to hone broking skills.
- Industry Representation: Represent ACL Shipbrokers at international industry conferences, exhibitions, and networking events.
- Vessel Inspections: Conduct on-site vessel inspections worldwide.
- Market Intelligence & Research: Perform market research on specialist sectors, track vessel movements, and analyze industry trends.
- Commercial & Deal Support: Assist senior brokers with contract negotiations, drafting sales/charter paperwork, and conducting vessel valuations.
- Marketing & Operations: Assist with marketing campaigns, social media outreach, and database management.
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Candidate Requirements
- Location & Work Eligibility: Based in (or willing to relocate to) Edinburgh, UK, with full right to work in the UK.
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills: A natural 'people person' capable of communicating effectively with C-suite executives and deckhands alike.
- Commercial Drive & Networking: Commercially driven, highly adaptable, proactive, and a natural networker.
- Teamwork & Integrity: A strong team player who is trustworthy, hardworking, and eager to contribute from early in their employment.
- Global Mobility: Willingness and flexibility to travel internationally for vessel inspections and client meetings.
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