Emerging Cargo & Freight Underwriter

Munich Re Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets is seeking a junior Cargo & Freight Underwriter based in Birmingham. You will receive training to develop underwriting skills while building a profitable, well-balanced portfolio.

You’ll work with experienced underwriters to learn risk assessment, broker management and market activities in a supportive environment. You’ll start your underwriting career in a specialist Cargo & Freight setting, with structured development, mentorship, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Good analytical and risk assessment skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organisational and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop underwriting knowledge.
• Experience with data and MS Office is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assess and process new business, renewals and mid-term adjustments within delegated authority levels.
• Develop knowledge of Cargo & Freight insurance products and underwriting principles.
• Build relationships with brokers delivering high service standards.
• Analyze underwriting information to support sound decisions and maintain a profitable portfolio.
• Plan and manage own workload to cover team responsibilities.
• Participate in broker meetings and training to develop knowledge.
• Contribute ideas to improve processes and service delivery across the Cargo & Freight team.
• Own personal development of underwriting knowledge, market awareness and commercial understanding.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office

Customer service mindset

Teamwork

Tools

Excel

Word

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets is seeking a junior Cargo & Freight Underwriter based in Birmingham. You will receive training to develop underwriting skills while building a profitable, well-balanced portfolio.

You’ll work with experienced underwriters to learn risk assessment, broker management and market activities in a supportive environment. You’ll start your underwriting career in a specialist Cargo & Freight setting, with structured development, mentorship, and opportunities to