Freight Trader

Freight Trader

This is an opportunity to join Shell's Global Products Freight Trading team in a fast-paced physical and paper freight trading environment.

As a Freight Trader, you will support and execute freight trading activity across products markets, working closely with global trading desks, analysts, shipowners, brokers and internal control functions to deliver competitive freight outcomes, manage exposure and contribute to P&L delivery. The role is designed for a commercially capable trader who can operate with increasing autonomy, take accountability for defined positions and decisions, and make a significant contribution to the global trading book.

Execute and optimise physical freight activity, including spot fixtures and selected term or position-taking opportunities, in line with book strategy, delegated authority and risk appetite

Manage defined physical and paper freight exposures, using paper freight instruments to hedge, optimise or manage risk where appropriate

Work with Products trading desks to identify commercially attractive logistics solutions and support end-to-end value across product flows

Use freight market intelligence, vessel supply/demand signals, internal analytics and voyage economics to identify tactical opportunities and trade optimization

Maintain strong, professional relationships with shipowners, brokers, charterers and internal stakeholders across different regions and time zones

Ensure timely and accurate capture of trades, exposures and operational details in Shell systems of record, maintaining strong compliance with internal controls, finance, credit and risk requirements

Contribute to daily trading discussions, market outlooks and portfolio reviews by bringing clear views on freight fundamentals, pricing, risks and opportunities

Collaborate with Freight Analysts and other commercial colleagues to improve models, challenge assumptions and translate insight into trading decisions

The candidate must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience required

At least 5 years' relevant experience in freight trading, shipping markets, chartering, commodity trading or a closely related commercial role. Candidates are likely to have built meaningful market exposure rather than being at an entry-level training stage

Sound understanding of freight market fundamentals, vessel classes, product flows, voyage economics, counter party dynamics and the operational realities of loading, discharging and managing freight movements

Working knowledge of risk management across physical and paper freight markets, including awareness of FFA or other paper instruments used for hedging and exposure management

Strong numerical capability, commercial judgement and comfort using data, analytics tools, vessel-tracking information and freight models to support decisions

Clear evidence of operating effectively under pressure, managing multiple priorities and making timely recommendations in a dynamic trading environment

Good communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills with the ability to work across cultures, functions and time zones

High standards of integrity, control discipline and compliance awareness, with the ability to work transparently with Finance, Compliance, Credit and Risk teams

A self-starting, team-oriented mindset with the confidence to challenge constructively, learn quickly and contribute to a high-performance trading culture

The base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $240,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs;

participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell's US benefit programs can be found at…