Job Description

Intermediate Ship Broker – Dry Cargo & Handymax Specialist

The Opportunity

Consortio is partnering with a prestigious, long-standing shipbroking firm specializing in the global transport of dry bulk commodities via Handymax vessels. This organization is currently entering a phase of significant strategic growth, with plans to double its brokerage force and establish a major footprint in the Far East by 2027. This position is designed for an ambitious professional ready to transition into a market-leading environment where they can leverage their existing portfolio and contribute to the firm’s international expansion.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Portfolio Growth: Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities to expand your existing client base through regular networking and international travel.
Chartering & Negotiation: Manage and process dry cargo charter contracts (Spot and Time Charters), acting as the primary negotiator between shipowners and charterers.
Market Intelligence: Maintain a rigorous database tracking global vessel requirements, purchase interests, and tonnage positions to provide clients with real-time market insights.
Relationship Management: Act as a dedicated consultant to HNW clients and corporate shipowners, ensuring bespoke service across the entire fixture lifecycle.
Collaboration: Partner with the firm’s world-class operations and post-fixture teams to ensure seamless execution of deals and dispute resolution.

Candidate Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of proven experience brokering dry bulk vessels (specifically Handy to Supramax segments).
Network: Must possess an established, transferable client base and a healthy business pipeline.
Mindset: A highly motivated, entrepreneurial approach with a “sales-first” mentality.
Communication: Absolute command of written and spoken English; proficiency in an additional language (such as Mandarin, Japanese, or Korean) is highly advantageous for the firm’s Far East strategy.
Eligibility: Full legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Consortio Recruitment Group (on behalf of an established Brokerage)
Location	London, United Kingdom
Locality	Central London (Maritime District)
Country	United Kingdom
City	London
Region	Greater London
Job Type	Full-time
Salaries	£50,000 – £80,000 per year (Base + Performance Bonus)
Experience Level	Intermediate (2+ Years)
Travel	Required (International client meetings)
Language	English (Required); Mandarin/Korean/Japanese (Preferred)
Benefits	Escalating Pension Scheme, Extra Holiday, Future Employee Share Scheme

Skills & Competency Table

Key Skill	Level
Dry Bulk Chartering	Expert
Negotiation & Closing	Expert
Handymax Market Dynamics	Advanced
Portfolio Management	Advanced
Business Development	Expert
Post-Fixture Operations	Intermediate

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Annual Salary	Bonus	Total Compensation	Notes
£50,000	£20,000	£70,000	Entry-point for 2 years experience with book.
£80,000	£35,000+	£115,000+	Experienced broker with significant transferable revenue.

Job Summary

This London-based role involves brokering Handymax dry cargo vessels for a leading global brokerage. You will manage charter contracts, expand your client portfolio through international travel, and utilize market data to facilitate deals. It requires 2+ years of experience and an entrepreneurial spirit to support the firm’s Far East expansion.

FAQs

What vessel sizes will I be working with?

The role focuses specifically on the Dry Cargo sector, with a primary specialization in Handymax and Supramax vessels.

Is international travel a requirement?

Yes, candidates must be willing to travel internationally to attend client meetings and build their portfolio.

What is the “Far East” expansion mentioned?

The firm is actively looking to increase its market share in Asian territories, making additional language skills highly valuable.

What is the status of the employee share scheme?

While not currently active, the firm has explicitly stated plans to introduce an employee share scheme in the near future.

Does the role include back-office support?

Yes, you will be supported by a highly experienced operations and post-fixture team, allowing you to focus on deal-making.

Expert Analysis

In 2026, the Handymax sector remains the “workhorse” of the dry bulk market. For a broker with 2 years of experience, this role offers a rare “scaling” opportunity. The transition from a mid-level base to an equity-holding partner via the planned share scheme represents one of the most aggressive growth paths in the current London maritime market.

Location & Logistics Guide

The role is headquartered in London’s maritime hub, likely near the Baltic Exchange in the EC3 district. This provides walking access to the world’s leading shipowners and insurers. Logistics involve a hybrid of office-based market analysis and international travel to key ports and client hubs in Europe and Asia.

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Career Path

A broker in this position typically moves from Intermediate Broker to Senior Broker within 2–3 years. Successful candidates who support the Far East expansion may eventually lead regional desks or become Managing Partners, especially given the firm’s intention to launch an employee share scheme.

To apply for this job please visit www.consortiorg.com.