ship agent (Quebec City)

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years or equivalent experience

Work setting

Ship brokerage firm

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process import and export documents and other forms on behalf of clients
• Sign import and export documents on behalf of clients using power of attorney
• Arrange for payment of duties, taxes, storage and transportation of imported goods
• Prepare contracts and other papers
• Negotiate price when purchasing or selling
• Advise clients on insurance requirements and other custom related matters
• Arrange for insurance coverage for cargo or ships
• Arrange for registration and licensing of ships

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Power
• MS Word

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