The posting
Company Overview
Clarkson plc is the world’s leading shipping service provider – we are the largest physical shipbroker across all markets. The group also provides sector specific financial services and port services, all of which are underpinned by the industry’s most authoritative shipping intelligence and supported with leading edge technology. The group is quoted on the London Stock Exchange and is a FTSE 250 company.
Clarksons Futures Limited is the derivatives broking division of Clarkson plc. It operates from the UK and through its branches in Dubai, Geneva and Singapore as a voice broker in OTC cleared derivatives contracts across CME, EEX, ICE and SGX. These derivatives contracts encompass dry and wet forward freight agreements (“FFAs”), and commodity-based derivatives including iron ore, fuel oil, gas, battery metals and carbon credits.
We aim to deliver best-in-class futures and options broking services to our shipping, trading, banking and other clients. Discover more at www.clarksons.com/broking.
Regulatory Status
Clarksons Futures Limited is subject to authorisation by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) for the Singapore branch and the US National Futures Authority (“NFA”) as an Introducing Broker for cross-border business with US customers.
Role Summary
As a Broker, you will work closely with your broking team to efficiently arrange derivatives transactions for clients. You will need to be an excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal skills for colleague and client interaction, as well have keen attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. A pro active and willing attitude, together with integrity and professionalism, and an interest in derivates broking are also key.
What you’ll be doing
- Work closely with broking colleagues and clients to support with providing market insights and analysis, and pricing updates in a timely manner.
- Support with the arranging and execution of futures and options trades on behalf of clients.
- Build and develop relationships with new and existing clients to drive growth.
- Participate and attend all necessary regulatory training.
- Assist the Onboarding team regarding AML/KYC due diligence queries.
- Be responsible for your individual regulatory compliance, and support the team with ensuring they meet this also.
- Attend team meetings to discuss commercial performance.
- Represent the company at industry events and initiatives (e.g. Baltic Exchange etc) and act as an ambassador.
- Be aware of the business strategy for the company and seek to help identify new business opportunities relating to trends, future markets, products and clients.
- Travel and attend client social events where required.
- Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.
What we’re looking for
We welcome applications from candidates who share our Company Values and key attributes, as follows:
- Qualified -holding all the necessary regulatory registrations required for the role, including compulsory examinations.
- Fit and proper– having the requisite honesty, integrity, reputation, competence and financial soundness.
- Integrity and respect – acting thoughtfully and ethically todo the right thing in accordance with Conduct Rules, and to promote and foster a respectful work environment for all.
- Drive –self-motivation and the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change.
- Relationship building– excellent communicator to effectively build strong, long-lasting relationships with colleagues, clients and others.
- Collaboration– working well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills and deliver results.
- Resilience- persisting and adapting to changing or difficult situations, and adopting apositive and focused approach.
- Smart -problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas.
Other requirements
- Previous experience or exposure of commodity or freight derivatives broking or trading, with ideally 5 year+ relevant experience.
- Foundational understanding of financial markets and derivatives broking is advantageous.
- Strong numeracy skills and presentation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good commercial instinct and negotiation skills.
- Confident and able to work well under pressure.
- Proactive learning mindset.
- Good MS office skills.
Registration requirements
The role will be subject to you meeting the relevant criteria to be approved or registered (as applicable) by the relevant authority as marked below for the following regulated functions:
- FCA – registration as a Certified Person with the relevant sub-designations
- MAS – registration as a Registered Representative
