Careers

Ambitions Realised,
Careers Made.

Latest opportunities

At SSY, we truly believe that our success is powered by our people. It's thanks to their expertise and effort that we have continued to define and shape the global broking industry for well over a century.

We believe in achieving and just as importantly, we believe in each other. So come and join us and discover a world of opportunity where ambitions become reality and careers are made.

Our values

  • Trust

    Trust is fundamental to SSY - without it, we wouldn't exist. For over 140 years, our clients have placed their trust in us. In return, we trust in our own ability and judgement to always do the very best for our clients’ business.

  • Independence

    Independence is what defines SSY - in business and in spirit. Since our inception in 1880, our independence has given us the freedom to chart our own course while ensuring, above all, that we always put the needs of our clients first.

  • Expertise

    Expertise is what fuels SSY. It's why we have continued to shape and influence the broking industry for more than a century. Undoubtedly, it is our people and their expertise which is our greatest asset. It is only through our collective expertise can we continue to move our industry forward.

“I moved to SSY because of its global reach and unparalleled reputation in the shipping community. The extensive network and resources here have opened incredible opportunities, allowing me to work with a diverse client base and tackle complex challenges on an international scale”.

Christos G. Papanicolaou
Senior Vice President, Tankers, Stamford, CT USA

“I love the creative independence I have in my role, especially when it comes to designing and developing projects from the ground up. As part of the Communications team, I get to interview my colleagues and share their unique stories which is a true highlight”.

Laura Sissons
Communications and Marketing Executive, Communications and Marketing, London

“SSY has always been about the people for me. I love the team spirit and how we empower each other to give our best every day. I also enjoy the flexibility to work from different global offices—giving me the opportunity to travel and engage with colleagues with different interests and views”.

Hara Rigopoulou
Broker, Deriviatives, Stamford, CT USA

“At SSY, I am part of a truly global, multidisciplinary team that leverages extensive expertise and a vast industry network, empowering me to learn on complex transactions and advance my career”.

Konstantin Pertersen
Director, Corporate Finance, Singapore

“At SSY I feel supported and encouraged to grow in my career as a broker. There are always opportunities to continue learning and evolving here. Shipping is truly a relationship business, and I feel lucky to be in an office that fosters those connections”.

Adrianna Keller
Broker, Dry Cargo, Stamford, CT USA

“There are many reasons I enjoy working at SSY, but a few that really stand out are the amazing diversity of talent, the chance to learn from such knowledgeable colleagues, and the company’s entrepreneurial spirit. Most of all, I enjoy the freedom and empowerment to bring new ideas to the table and see them come to life”.

Plamen Aleksandrov
Head of Research, Chemicals, Singapore

“My role at SSY has given me the confidence to move out of my comfort zone and grow professionally. I get the opportunity to liaise with my colleagues around the globe and we work as a team”.

Meera Dalan
Head of Finance, Accounts, Dubai

Expert Training

SSY Trainee Scheme

With over 140 years’ experience, SSY is widely regarded as one of the world's most trusted names in broking, offering a comprehensive and integrated suite of broking services via its 25 local offices.

Through our London Trainee Scheme, successful applicants get the opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced names in shipping over a 12-month period. In addition to expert divisional training, we will also ensure the trainees are educated in the principals of shipping, as well as take part in networking opportunities and a series of port visits and vessel trips.

Applications for the September ‘24 enrolment (London only), have now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied. Details of the 2025 enrolment will be released soon. In the meantime, make sure to check out our current openings via the "Latest opportunities" section.

“Shipbroking is a dynamic and fast-paced environment. By being trained on the desk and in the classroom over a 12-month period, we aim to attract exceptional young talent into our organisation. Our ultimate ambition is to transform our trainees into the next SSY shipbroking superstars.”

Jonathan Bond
Senior Director and Head of Period, Dry Cargo, SSY 

Work at SSY

Latest opportunities

Sales and Purchase Broker – Athens

Location

Athens

Salary

DOE

Sector

Sales and Purchase

SSY boasts a proud legacy which spans over 144 years. In that time, some of the biggest names in ship broking have worked for the company. Indeed, it's fair to say that our company has helped shape the broking industry that we know today.

Due to our continued growth, we are now looking for a Sales and Purchase Broker to join our Sales and Purchase team in Athens.

The ideal candidate must be a self-motivated team player, have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the market and a proven track record, with a minimum of 2-4 years broking experience.

SSY is the world’s largest independent broker. We are objective and autonomous with the scale and coverage to service the most demanding clients and volatile markets across the globe. As a privately owned partnership, we are focused entirely on the needs of our clients and are agile and impartial in the way we do business. SSY operates from 25 offices across the globe and employs over 500 people, covering all the major shipping and commodity locations, and providing a round-the-clock service.

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Experienced Sales and Purchase Broker – Athens

Location

Athens

Salary

DOE

Sector

Sales and Purchase

SSY boasts a proud legacy which spans over 144 years. In that time, some of the biggest names in ship broking have worked for the company. Indeed, it's fair to say that our company has helped shape the broking industry that we know today.

Due to our continued growth, we are now looking for an Experienced Sales and Purchase Broker to join our Sales and Purchase team in Athens.

The ideal candidate must be a self-motivated team player, have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the market and a proven track record, with a minimum of 10 years broking experience.

SSY is the world’s largest independent broker. We are objective and autonomous with the scale and coverage to service the most demanding clients and volatile markets across the globe. As a privately owned partnership, we are focused entirely on the needs of our clients and are agile and impartial in the way we do business. SSY operates from 25 offices across the globe and employs over 500 people, covering all the major shipping and commodity locations, and providing a round-the-clock service.

Apply for the role

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