Marine Cargo Underwriter

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance organisation in Manchester is seeking a Cargo & Freight Underwriter to manage a diverse portfolio. This role involves balancing high-volume cases with complex risks while fostering relationships and driving team success. A competitive salary, bonus potential, and support for insurance qualifications are offered, making this a great opportunity for career advancement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Cargo or Freight insurance, within underwriting or broking.
• Strong technical understanding of cargo policies, including principles and complexities.
• Experience managing portfolios with varied and complex risks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and underwrite a dynamic portfolio of SME and mid-market risks.
• Build strong relationships with intermediaries and customers.
• Support junior colleagues and promote a culture of development.

Skills

Cargo insurance

Freight underwriting

Relationship building

Risk management

Technical understanding

Job description

Job Description

An exciting opportunity to manage and underwrite a dynamic portfolio of SME and mid-market risks across the Marine Insurance industry.

IPS Group is partnering with a respected insurer to find a talented Cargo & Freight Underwriter for their Manchester office, primarily focused on renewals, with some exposure to new business.

You'll handle premiums ranging from £2.5k to £100k, balancing high-volume cases with more complex, high-value risks. In this role, you'll build strong relationships with intermediaries and customers, ensuring their needs align with the company’s objectives. Your expertise will be vital in identifying opportunities and supporting the wider team, sharing your knowledge with junior colleagues and helping to foster a culture of continuous development.

You'll also enjoy the autonomy to make decisions within your underwriting authority, working with a collaborative and diverse team that values integrity and teamwork. This role is integral to the long-term success of the business, helping to strike the right balance between growth and risk management while delivering the best outcomes for clients.

We’re looking for someone with solid experience in Cargo or Freight insurance, either within underwriting or broking. You’ll bring a strong technical understanding of cargo policies, including the key principles and complexities involved in underwriting freight and logistics risks. Previous experience managing portfolios with varied and often complex risks will be essential.

This is your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, personal growth and sustainability. If you're ready to take the next step in your underwriting career, we'd love to hear from you.

In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, a potential bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. Support will also be provided if you wish to pursue professional insurance qualifications.

To learn more about the role and overall package, apply today or get in touch.

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Number:0161 416 6203 /07967 701036