About Us
Freight Investor Services (FIS) is a leading global brokerage of freight and commodities. We are the world's largest broker on dry freight futures, and have a strong presence across the bulk commodities, metals, and energy markets. We were the first brokerage to trade in the cleared market on iron ore and later coking coal futures, we also maintain a strong position in broking steel futures on all exchanges, as well as fuel oil, base metals, fertilisers, and tanker freight. We are proud of our innovative ethos, having been first mover on a number of products, most recently on the cobalt and air freight futures markets. Not only do we provide excellent brokerage services, but also data services via our App, FIS Live, other data services, as well as education to help those entering new markets.
We have expanded via our network of trading associates and branch offices to offer coverage of derivative and physical shipping markets in London, New York, Houston, Dubai, Mumbai, Athens, Copenhagen, Geneva, Singapore and Shanghai. Through our global network, FIS offers full brokerage services, trade execution and in-depth market intelligence and data for freight and commodities, as well as providing physical ship and cargo services. Our expertise in managing credit and counterparty risk provides a vital competitive advantage while enabling clients to trade with confidence.
THE ROLE
We are expanding our team and have an exciting opportunity for a Shipbroker to join our Dubai office working across the Dry Physical Freight Desk. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a successful Broking background in Dry Cargo ship broking. You will be personable, tenacious and a natural networker, having a proactive approach to generating leads and securing new business.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Key responsibilities:
· Promote FIS as a company, providing market intelligence and analysis to clients
· Maintain and enhance existing client relationships, making regular contact and tracking daily trading activities;
· Drive revenue and develop and enhance client base;
· Understand the team's business strategy and identify new business opportunities relating to trends, Dry Cargo markets and clients;
· Undertake market analysis, providing market insight and trade ideas to clients;
· Responsible for daily price discovery, dissemination and matching;
· Create and write daily market reports as required;
· Identify and introduce new clients to the market and maintain professional relationships;
· Perform any other reasonable duties the company may require
Risk related responsibilities
- Support a risk and compliance aware culture and comply with FIS company policies
- Ensure full awareness of and adhere to internal policies that relate to the role or any relevant other activities
Training
- Seek regular feedback from Desk Head to ensure role requirements are met
- Complete any mandatory training required by the company and required deadlines
- Maintain own Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Requirements
Key Competencies / Skills
- Possess knowledge of shipping industry; sound knowledge of Dry Cargo markets as well as technical aspects of broking – preferred
- Degree in Shipping, Maritime Studies or related degree - preferred
- Strong client focus; personable and engaging building relationships and networks wherever possible – essential
- Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues - essential
- Tenacious and thrives in a pressurised environment – essential
- Team orientated; works well with others and diverse groups / personalities – essential
- Excellent attention to detail; strong analytical and numeracy skills – essential
- Exhibit professional and ethical conduct at all times, establishing and developing all business relationships (internal and external stakeholders) based on respect, integrity & dignity
