Marine Hull - Account Executive

Willis Towers Watson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Group income protection

Hybrid working

Employee share plan

Job summary

Willis Towers Watson in London seeks a Client Executive / Broker to support the Marine Hull team. You will help maintain client relationships, assist in meetings, and gather risk information to tailor insurance solutions for shipowners.

Ideal candidates have marine insurance experience, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to develop expertise in shipowners. Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine insurance and shipowners.
• Interest in developing expertise in marine hull coverage.
• Understanding market dynamics for Marine Hull insurance.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining relationships with marine hull clients globally.
• Support senior team in preparing for client meetings and industry events.
• Help gather client information to understand risk profiles and needs.
• Work with Hull team to support growth initiatives and opportunities.
• Identify potential new business through research and collaboration.
• Contribute to proposal development and RFP responses.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy.
• Assist in preparing policy documentation for Marine Hull clients.

Skills

Marine insurance experience

Interest in Marine insurance

Understanding Marine Hull insurance

Organisational & analytical skills

Data & documentation

Communication skills

Willingness to pursue CII

Job description

Description

As a Client Executive / Broker, you will play a key role in supporting the strategic expansion of our Marine Hull team.

Working within the Hull team, you will support the identification of new opportunities, supporting the Hull Broking team in the London market, client engagement and contribute to the development of tailored insurance solutions for Shipowners.

This role is ideal for someone with strong communication and organizational skills who is looking to develop their career in the marine insurance space, particularly within the marine hull segment.

The Role

Client & Market Development

• Assist in maintaining relationships with marine hull clients globally.
• Support senior team members in preparing for client meetings and industry events.
• Help gather client information to better understand risk profiles and insurance needs.

Growth Strategy & Execution

• Work closely with the Hull team to support growth initiatives.
• Help identify potential new business opportunities through research and internal collaboration.
• Contribute to proposal development and RFP responses.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to support team strategy.

Technical & Commercial Expertise

• Assist in preparing policy documentation for Marine Hull clients.
• Collaborate with underwriters and brokers to support programme design and delivery.
• Help ensure alignment of Marine Hull activities with broader portfolio goals.

Shipowners Focus

• Support the Marine Hull Broking team
• Develop skills to begin assisting in reviewing contracts and tailoring coverage under supervision.
• Contribute ideas to help develop innovative insurance solutions for Shipowners.

Team Collaboration & Development

• Support engagement with shipowners to gather project details and timelines.
• Assist in reviewing contracts and tailoring coverage under supervision.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

• Marine Insurance experience
• Interest in Marine insurance and willingness to develop expertise in shipowners.
• An understanding of Marine Hull Insurance and insurance market dynamics
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Comfortable working with data and documentation.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to pursue industry qualifications (e.g., CII) as part of career development.

What we offer

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please [e-mail]