Junior Data Analyst (Athens)

About Us

Freight Investor Services (FIS) is a leading global brokerage of freight and commodities. We are the world’s largest broker on dry freight futures, and have a strong presence across the bulk commodities, metals, and energy markets. We were the first brokerage to trade in the cleared market on iron ore and later coking coal futures, we also maintain a strong position in broking steel futures on all exchanges, as well as fuel oil, base metals, fertilisers, and tanker freight. We are proud of our innovative ethos, having been first mover on a number of products, most recently on the cobalt and air freight futures markets. Not only do we provide excellent brokerage services, but also data services via our App, FIS Live, other data services, as well as education to help those entering new markets.

We have expanded via our network of trading associates and branch offices to offer coverage of derivative and physical shipping markets in London, New York, Houston, Dubai, Mumbai, Athens, Copenhagen, Geneva, Singapore and Shanghai. Through our global network, FIS offers full brokerage services, trade execution and in-depth market intelligence and data for freight and commodities, as well as providing physical ship and cargo services. Our expertise in managing credit and counterparty risk provides a vital competitive advantage while enabling clients to trade with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Training

Requirements

• Assist and support the business in the collection and collation of physical shipping fixtures and other related shipping data .
• Help maintain the internal tracking systems for physical shipping data and information.
• Assist with the production and dissemination of market and fixture reports.
• Update manager of progress on a daily basis .
• Assist with data management and data quality, including compiling data for presentations or other company or client requirements .
• Work with the wider tech team to develop improvements to systems and processes , developing them with the dev team from idea to release.
• Help maintain the running of current and new systems, troubleshooting and fixing issues .
• Ensure full awareness of and adhere to internal policies that relate to the role or any relevant other activities.
• Exercise judgment and act with integrity, due care, skill and diligence and be open and co-operative .
• Complete any mandatory training required by the company and required deadlines .
• Perform any other reasonable duties the company may require .
• Maintain own Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Learn quickly and question/challenge any comprehension uncertainties. Has a tenacious outlook and focus, able to stick at and resolve tasks.
• Coding and database skills are highly desirable ( P ython, R, SQL ) Enjoys and has a logical approach to solving problems.
• Has solid analytic al skills.
• C ommunicates effectively with colleagues.
• F irst-class work ethic and excellent engagement and professionalism when working with clients .
• Works independently and diligently .
• Is team oriented; working well with others and diverse groups / personalities.
• Prioritizes workload and works well under pressure.
• Excellent attention to detail; strong analytical and numeracy skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Use of and experience with Excel, Word and Outlook required .

Freight Investor Services (FIS) is a leading global brokerage of freight and commodities. We are the world's largest broker on dry freight futures, and have a strong presence across the bulk commodities, metals, and energy markets. We were the first brokerage to trade in the cleared market on iron ore and later coking coal futures, we also maintain a strong position in broking steel futures on all exchanges, as well as fuel oil, base metals, fertilisers, and tanker freight. We are proud of our innovative ethos, having been first mover on a number of products, most recently on the cobalt and air freight futures markets. Not only do we provide excellent brokerage services, but also data services via our App, FIS Live, other data services, as well as education to help those entering new markets.