Charter Party Assistant – Maternity Cover

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +2 more countries.

📋 Description

• Prepare, draft, and review Charter Party agreements along with associated documentation utilizing globally recognized platforms.

• Ensure that the Charter Party terms accurately represent negotiated fixture recaps and are typed without delay.

• Oversee the issuance, execution, and distribution of signed documentation.

• Maintain an organized digital filing system for documents related to contracts.

• Monitor and follow up on pending information, signatures, and amendments to ensure timely closure of Charter Party files.

• Manage professional email communication with colleagues and clients.

• Accurately input fixture details into internal systems.

• Assist in updating information regarding vessels, clients, and contracts.

• Coordinate with shipowners and charterers to ensure timely execution of Charter Parties.

• Provide administrative assistance during negotiations or finalization of fixtures.

• Support the chartering desk with document retrieval, record updates, and general paperwork.

• Perform additional duties as required by the business.

⛳️ Requirements

• Solid understanding of or familiarity with Charter Party agreements.

• Strong background in administration or contract support (experience in shipping is a plus).

• Excellent typing skills.

• Understanding of shipping terminology or a desire to enhance this knowledge.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive commercial documents.

• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills.

• Proactive and positive attitude, with a readiness to learn.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in handling documents.

• Capacity to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Dependable and collaborative team player.

• Professional communication abilities.

• Proficient in IT skills, including systems, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Integrity, respect, drive, relationship building, collaboration, resilience, and strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Dynamic work environment.

• Supportive team culture.