Clarksons is the world’s leading provider of integrated shipping services, bringing connections and experience to an international client base. They offer a Trainee Broker Programme, which trains you to become a shipbroker.

In-depth training starts with an induction followed by a structured work placement process at their head office in London. During this process you will learn on-the-job skills from the experts. Throughout your training you will gain access to industry-leading shipping technology and will attend ongoing lectures that are conducted by specialist trainers and external experts. Site visits to UK ports are also arranged to learn about the range of services provided. After successfully completing the initial training period you will have the opportunity to further develop and to learn on-the-job. You will be given the opportunity to undertake further studies, for example the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers.

Entry Requirements:

Clarksons recognise that you may lack practical experience and they therefore concentrate on hiring people who best demonstrate the core elements of being a successful ship broker. Trainees will be chosen based mainly on their:

• Aspirations to become a ship broker
• Lateral thinking/opportunity spotting/innovative ideas
• Team working skills
• Negotiating/influencing skills
• Knowledge and understanding of ship broking

You will need to demonstrate that you have what it takes to become a successful broker, which will start with the first impression you make with your application. Their interviewing panel is keenly aware of the particular “it” factor they seek during the selection process.