Marine Cargo Underwriter

Travelers Insurance Co. Ltd.; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in insurance is seeking a Marine Cargo Underwriter to support profitability and growth in their Marine Cargo book. This role involves underwriting new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments, while ensuring compliance with company policies and Lloyd’s standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Property and Casualty insurance sector and possess strong analytical and relationship management skills. With a hybrid work model and a focus on collaboration, this position offers a supportive environment to develop your career while making a meaningful impact in the insurance landscape.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Minimum 25 Days Holiday

Wellness Programs

Mental Health Support

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in Property and Casualty insurance, underwriting, operations, or brokerage.
• Studying towards ACII qualification is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support profitability, growth, and retention of the Marine Cargo line.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements.
• Build strong relationships with agents, brokers, and customers.

Skills

Underwriting

Analytical Thinking

Relationship Management

Technical Proficiency

Education

Degree

Secondary Education or Equivalent

Job description

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Who Are We?
Taking care of our customers, our communities, and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. For over 160 years, we have maintained our reputation as a leading property casualty insurer. Join us to discover a culture rooted in innovation and collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Target Openings
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What Is the Opportunity?
We are seeking an Underwriter to support our underwriting leaders in managing the profitability of the Marine Cargo book by underwriting new business, renewals, and mid-term adjustments, while monitoring rate adequacy.

Travelers Europe offers a hybrid work model, allowing employees to work three days in the office and two days remotely, subject to policy changes.

This role is eligible for a £2,500 new joiner bonus, with potential referral bonuses as well.

What Will You Do?

• Support profitability, growth, and retention of the Marine Cargo line.
• Ensure business compliance with company policies, Lloyd’s standards, and audit requirements.
• Develop target business strategies by researching industry and economic factors.
• Utilize systems for accurate data entry and reporting.
• Gather data and prepare reports supporting underwriting policies.
• Monitor market and global affairs for new opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with agents, brokers, and customers.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues.
• Adhere to ethical standards and legal requirements.
• Deliver high-quality service and maintain records of transactions.
• Continuously seek personal and business improvements.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

• Experience in Lloyd’s market preferred; underwriting experience advantageous.
• Degree preferred.
• Technical proficiency and sound decision-making skills.
• Intermediate skills in relationship management, analytical thinking, and technical knowledge.
• Studying towards ACII qualification is expected.

What is a Must Have?

• Experience in Property and Casualty insurance, in underwriting, operations, or brokerage.
• Secondary education or equivalent.

What Is in It for You?

• Private Medical Insurance
• Retirement contributions
• Minimum 25 days holiday, with options to purchase more
• Wellness programs and mental health support
• Volunteer and community engagement opportunities

Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion. For questions about physical requirements, contact us via email. We reserve the right to fill the position at a different level. For more benefits, visit our benefits page.