Senior Marine Underwriter

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Management & Growth

• Own and manage the profitability, growth, and sustainability of the Marine & Specialty portfolio.
• Develop and execute portfolio strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Monitor portfolio performance through key underwriting and financial metrics.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing and emerging market segments.
• Maintain underwriting discipline while achieving sustainable growth targets.
• Regularly review pricing adequacy, risk appetite, and portfolio composition.

Technical Underwriting Leadership

• Evaluate and underwrite complex Marine & Specialty risks within delegated authority.
• Provide technical guidance on coverage, policy wording, risk assessment, pricing, and structuring.
• Support large or complex submissions requiring advanced underwriting expertise.
• Work closely with reinsurance partners where required.

Broker & Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, and key clients.
• Act as a trusted advisor on Marine & Specialty insurance solutions.
• Support business development initiatives through broker visits, presentations, and market engagement.
• Represent the company in industry events and market discussions.

Product & Business Development

• Identify market trends and customer needs to support product enhancement and innovation.
• Collaborate with product, operations, claims, and distribution teams to improve customer propositions.
• Support the development of new products, schemes, and niche specialty opportunities.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Mentor and develop junior underwriters and underwriting support staff.
• Promote underwriting excellence and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, underwriting guidelines, and internal controls.
• Maintain strong underwriting governance and documentation standards.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and internal reporting requirements.

Essential

• Minimum 8-10 years of Marine and/or Specialty underwriting experience.
• Proven experience managing a portfolio with accountability for growth and profitability.
• Strong understanding of Marine Cargo, Marine Liability, Freight Liability, Hull, Yacht, and Specialty insurance products.
• Demonstrated experience dealing with brokers and commercial clients.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

Preferred

• Previous leadership, mentoring, or team management experience.
• Experience within multinational insurance companies.
• Professional insurance qualification (AMII, ACII, or equivalent).
• Experience in product development, portfolio management, or strategic planning.