Demurrage Associate

About Javelin

Javelin is a leading commodities trading and investment firm with offices in London, New York, Singapore, India, Melbourne, and Poland. We operate across 50 countries on six continents, trading more than 20 different commodities including energy, metals, dry bulk, ocean freight, and renewable technologies.

As a global leader in commodities trading, Javelin provides financing, logistics, and risk management solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on our deep industry knowledge, innovative strategies, and commitment to customer service. Our success is built on our strong work ethic, transparency, integrity, and responsibility.

At Javelin, we foster a collaborative and meritocratic culture that encourages the growth and development of our employees. We value diversity and believe in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment for everyone.

For more information about Javelin, visit our website:

 The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Demurrage specialist to join Javelin’s Logistics team reporting into the Head of Logistics. This is a team of 18 employees spread across London, Singapore, US & India, with a tight-knit, collegiate atmosphere and uncapped potential to learn. This is a great role for an individual who is interested in a career in the commodities industry.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Creating/reviewing laytime calculations
• Following up on all claims to earliest resolution
• Reporting and providing analysis on claims completed/in progress to highlight ports/external counterparties and our demurrage liabilities
• Reviewing sales/purchase contracts and charterparties to highlight demurrage risks
• Develop relationships with external counterparties to make resolution of calculations a smooth process
• Other ad-hoc responsibilities to develop over time.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar role with a knowledge of shipping practice and laytime
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with a global team
• A capable, enthusiastic individual who is a self-starter, able to work under pressure and comfortable with taking initiative
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise and manage time effectively
• Self-motivated and able to collaborate effectively with a global team.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• 23 days holiday
• Employee Provident Fund Scheme
• Private medical scheme
• Travel Support (Blu Smart Membership contribution)
• Life Insurance
• Gym membership allowance