Shipbroker
35AI USED FOR35%moving to60%
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STARTING PAY£28,000 - £35,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Shipbroker
Shipbrokers arrange deals to transport goods by sea. They match people who have things to ship with people who have cargo ships available, negotiate the price and terms, and keep deals moving smoothly from start to finish.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for a modest share of what this job actually involves today, and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior ShipbrokerIn this entry-level role, you will assist senior brokers in managing client accounts and preparing shipping documentation. You will gain hands-on experience in the industry and develop your negotiation skills.£28,000 - £35,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level ShipbrokerAs a mid-level broker, you will take on more responsibility, managing your own client accounts and negotiating contracts independently. You will be expected to provide strategic advice to clients based on market analysis.£45,000 - £55,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior ShipbrokerIn a senior role, you will lead a team of brokers, develop business strategies, and build long-term relationships with key clients. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating complex shipping contracts and market fluctuations.£75,000+
The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Finance and AccountingDancebox Theatre Works · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£49,000 median
🎓Business Management With Information SystemsWest Herts College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£32,000 median
🎓International Tourism Management (with Foundation Year)University of Bedfordshire · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£31,000 median
🎓Modern Languages (German and Italian) and ManagementUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Business Management (Accelerated)Anglia Ruskin University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
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Finance and AccountingDancebox Theatre Works · DegreeBusiness Management With Information SystemsWest Herts College · DegreeInternational Tourism Management (with Foundation Year)University of Bedfordshire · DegreeBusiness ManagementTeesside University · DegreeModern Languages (German and Italian) and ManagementUniversity of St Andrews · DegreeBusiness Management (Accelerated)Anglia Ruskin University · Degree