Head of Chartering (LNG/LPG)

About the role

The Head of Chartering will lead chartering and commercial shipping activities, optimise fleet performance and develop new business opportunities. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the role oversees charter negotiations, commercial agreements and post‑fixture activities while working closely with fleet, legal and finance teams.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute chartering strategies across owned, joint venture and chartered‑in vessels.
• Negotiate charter parties and shipping agreements, overseeing contractual performance and commercial claims.
• Identify and evaluate chartering opportunities, new markets and potential business partnerships.
• Optimise fleet deployment, voyage costs and commercial returns in collaboration with operational teams.
• Provide market intelligence, commercial analysis, budgets and performance reporting to support management decisions.
• Lead and develop the chartering team, ensuring effective coordination across chartering, commercial operations and post‑fixture activities.

Required profile

• 8‑10 years' experience in oil and/or gas transportation, with 3‑5 years in LNG/LPG chartering or commercial management.
• Strong knowledge of charter parties, shipping contracts and commercial claims.
• Proven ability to negotiate agreements and build lasting relationships with shipowners, charterers and market participants.
• Sound commercial judgement, financial analysis skills and understanding of shipping economics.
• Experience leading people and working across operational and commercial functions.
• Degree in a relevant maritime, engineering or business discipline.