Graduate Position - Maritime Market Analyst

Salary: Competitive with Bonus and Excellent Benefits Package

Location: London, London Bridge

Maritime Strategies International (MSI) Ltd is a dynamic and successful maritime consultancy business, with a global client base. We are now looking for maritime market analysts to join the expanding team.

We are looking for a recent graduate to support the ongoing development of new products and contributing to the HORIZON analytical platform. You will be trained to use MSI’s econometric modelling framework to generate market forecasts, contribute to reports and participate in a diverse range of consultancy and strategic advisory projects, across the maritime, energy and marine infrastructure sectors.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a high level of analytical competence acquired in a research/analytical role, and ideally possess knowledge or a proven deep-seated interest in at least one of the following areas:

• Commodities

• Shipping

• Energy

• Ports

• Macroeconomics

• Logistics

Highly motivated, they will be able to meet demanding deadlines. They will be adaptable, able to learn quickly and work successfully both in a team and on an individual basis.

During the first year the successful candidate will, on a quarterly basis, rotate through the main shipping sectors (oil tankers, dry bulk, containers and specialist sectors) supporting the existing sector teams. Training will be provided on the job and the individual will have the opportunity to contribute to deliverables from day one. Following the initial year, the candidate will subsequently have the opportunity to either specialize in a single sector or take a more pan-sector role, either in the analyst, research, data or valuations team.

Main Responsibilities:

• Maintain and develop MSI’s proprietary shipping market models, updating and integrating new sources of data and adapting model architecture to changing market conditions

• Contribute to regular publications, presentations, webinars, and consultancy projects

• Source, structure and interpret regular numerical and statistical data on trade flows, vessel supply, industry earnings and asset prices

• Monitor regulatory developments, sector decarbonization objectives and shipping’s role in the energy transition

• Support business development initiatives, product innovation and global marketing of MSI services

Experience & Education:

• Enthusiasm and interest in the maritime industry

• Degree or higher in a numerate subject (e.g. Sciences, Maths, Data Science, Statistics or Economics)

• A proven analytical track record (via course work or final year dissertation) with the ability to communicate methods and results clearly in written reports and presentations

• The ability to ensure data integrity and consistency, implementing checking routines and procedures

• Advanced proficiency in Excel a distinct advantage, MS Office proficiency essential

MSI is widely respected for its maritime forecasting and business advisory services for a global customer base. Clients include banks, shipowners, brokers, investors, insurers, management consultants and service providers. MSI offers a competitive starting salary dependent on experience, performance-based bonus, attractive benefits package including private health insurance, gym subsidies and pension contributions, and clear pathways to progression within the industry. MSI currently operates a flexible office working policy with employees offered up to two days per week working from home.

For further information on MSI please visit our website: www.msiltd.com.

Please send applications with cover letter and CV to: .