Marine Junior Account Handler (Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, German and French and English)

Willis Towers Watson; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global advisory firm is seeking a Business Support Specialist in Ipswich. You will support the Marine Hull team by engaging with clients, assisting in client meetings, and identifying new business opportunities. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in Maritime Studies or a related field and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers a benefits package that includes private healthcare, a defined contribution pension scheme, and options for hybrid working.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus an extra WTW day

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Matched contributions up to 10% pension scheme

Access to an employee assistance programme

Variety of additional perks including dental and optical cover

Qualifications

• Comfortable working with data and documentation.
• Interest in Marine insurance and willingness to develop expertise.
• Basic understanding of marine construction processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining relationships with marine hull clients.
• Support senior team members in preparing for client meetings.
• Help identify potential new business opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Language skills (Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, German, French, English)

Data handling

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Maritime Studies or related field

Job description

Description

As a Business Support Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the strategic expansion of our Marine Hull team including our marine construction portfolio.

Working within the International Hull team, you will support the identification of new opportunities, client engagement and contribute to the development of tailored insurance solutions for Shipowners and Shipyards.

This role is ideal for someone with a Maritime Studies qualification (or similar) with strong communication and organizational skills who is looking to begin their career in the marine insurance space, particularly within the marine hull and builder’s risks segments.

We are ideally seeking candidates with strong language skills in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, German and French and English.

The Role

Client & Market Development

• Assist in maintaining relationships with marine hull clients and marine construction stakeholders 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 international 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 and shipyard/builder’s risks.
• Collaborate with underwriters and brokers to support programme design and delivery.
• Help ensure alignment of Marine Hull activities with broader portfolio goals.

Shipowners/Shipyard Focus

• Learn the fundamentals of this class to support engagement with the marine hull 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 and shipyards to gather project details and timelines.
• Assist in reviewing contracts and tailoring coverage under supervision.

Qualifications

The Requirements

• Language skills to include Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, German and French and English.
• Shipping experience (preferably in Asia).
• Degree in Maritime Studies or related field is preferred.
• Interest in Marine insurance and willingness to develop expertise in shipowners and builders risks.
• Basic understanding of marine construction processes and insurance market dynamics (training provided).
• Strong organizational 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.

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.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

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 email [e-mail].