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.
“SSY is a global network that is connected and collaborative. I always feel that I’m given the trust and support to evolve in my career which gives me the confidence to grow my business.”
Sherlyn Wong -
Dry Cargo Broker, Singapore
“With a supportive global community and industry leadership, SSY empowers your growth. Our challenging projects, collaborative ethos, and dynamic environment make it an ideal place to excel in the maritime sector and thrive in your career.”
David Nielson -
Head of Renewables in Offshore, Hamburg
“At SSY, you are given the autonomy and trust to build your business and are rewarded accordingly. Being a global company, SSY has given me the opportunity to live and work in different locations worldwide including Singapore, London and most recently Dubai. Above all, it’s the people that make SSY so special!”
Stephanie Idicula -
Derivatives Broker, Dubai
“It’s the people that make SSY a truly special place to work. They are the source of inspiration, growth, and friendship. My journey has been abundant with learning and progression, where every day brings new opportunities and challenges.”
Jamie Rustom -
Senior Director, Tankers, London
“SSY has given me the opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced brokers in the business and the freedom to work in many of our global locations. While the teams maybe located throughout the world, SSY colleagues share the same "can do" mindset.”
Madeleine Rostad -
Trainee Broker, Offshore, Kristiansand
Expert Training
SSY Trainee Scheme
SSY boasts a proud legacy which goes back over 140 years. In that time, some of the biggest names in ship broking have worked for the firm. Indeed, it’s fair to say that SSY has helped shape the ship broking industry that we know today.
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
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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.
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.
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Contact us today to find out how our expert team can support your business