Shipping & Logistics
Chartering Manager — Global Hiring Overview
Chartering Managers negotiate and execute time, voyage, and bareboat charters for owners, operators, and charterers.
Median Salary
$155k
$112k – $217k
Demand Score
90/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
1.8K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+13%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for chartering managers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Chartering Manager mandates, driven by fleet expansion, ESG and emissions compliance, and the digitalisation of commercial shipping.
Salary Trend
Chartering Manager compensation typically falls between $112k and $217k, with experienced chartering managers in the global maritime market commanding $217k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.
Career Path
Chartering Managers typically progress to Shipping Manager, Vessel Operations Manager roles, or into fleet manager, head of operations, and commercial / chartering leadership across the global hiring maritime market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Negotiate time, voyage, and bareboat charters
- •Manage tonnage and freight positions
- •Liaise with brokers and counterparties
Qualifications
- •Maritime / business degree
- •Shipping / chartering experience
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Chartering Manager jobs by city
Chartering Manager jobs in Dubai
3.3K openings · $202k
Chartering Manager jobs in Abu Dhabi
2.6K openings · $198k
Chartering Manager jobs in Fujairah
2.3K openings · $163k
Chartering Manager jobs in Doha
2.8K openings · $202k
Chartering Manager jobs in Ras Laffan
2.3K openings · $171k
Chartering Manager jobs in Dammam
2.5K openings · $171k
Chartering Manager jobs in Jeddah
2.6K openings · $171k
Chartering Manager jobs in Muscat
2.0K openings · $163k
Chartering Manager jobs in Manama
1.8K openings · $171k
Chartering Manager salary insights
Chartering Manager salary in Dubai
$202k
Chartering Manager salary in Abu Dhabi
$198k
Chartering Manager salary in Fujairah
$163k
Chartering Manager salary in Doha
$202k
Chartering Manager salary in Ras Laffan
$171k
Chartering Manager salary in Dammam
$171k
Chartering Manager salary in Jeddah
$171k
Chartering Manager salary in Muscat
$163k
Chartering Manager salary in Manama
$171k
Hiring by maritime industry
Shipping Companies hiring Chartering Managers
Shipowners and operators across container, bulk, tanker, LNG, and specialised trades hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
Container Liners hiring Chartering Managers
Global container lines, alliances, and feeder operators hiring across vessel and shore operations
Bulk Shipping Operators hiring Chartering Managers
Dry bulk owners and operators across Capesize, Panamax, and Handysize fleets
Tanker Operators hiring Chartering Managers
Crude, product, chemical, and gas tanker operators hiring officers, ratings, and shore staff
LNG Shipping Operators hiring Chartering Managers
LNG and LPG shipping operators hiring across specialised gas-carrier operations
Cruise Lines hiring Chartering Managers
Ocean and river cruise operators hiring marine crew, hotel teams, and entertainment staff worldwide
Port Authorities hiring Chartering Managers
Port authorities and operators running container, bulk, multi-purpose, and cruise terminals
Terminal Operators hiring Chartering Managers
Global and regional terminal operators hiring across container, bulk, and energy terminals
Shipyards hiring Chartering Managers
Newbuild and repair yards hiring across engineering, production, and project management
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Chartering Manager in the global maritime market is around $155k, typically ranging from $112k to $217k based on rank, sea-time, type experience, and the maritime employer.