Marine, Team Lead Underwriter

Arthur; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurer seeks a Marine Underwriting Team Leader to manage a portfolio and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have strong underwriting knowledge in Cargo or Freight, excellent communication skills, and leadership experience. This role is based in Maidstone, United Kingdom, offering competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of underwriting in marine sectors like Cargo or Freight.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage cases within the allocated portfolio.
• Build strong relationships with intermediaries and stakeholders.
• Act as a mentor and technical reference for junior staff.
• Oversee team workload, renewals, and absence management.
• Support the delivery of business initiatives, compliance, and conduct standards.

Skills

Underwriting knowledge in Cargo

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Education

Progress towards Dip CII/ACII

Job description

Arthur are pleased to partner with a leading global insurer looking to hire a Marine Underwriting Team Leader:

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage cases within the allocated portfolio.
• Build strong relationships with intermediaries and stakeholders.
• Act as a mentor and technical reference for junior staff.
• Oversee team workload, renewals, and absence management.
• Support the delivery of business initiatives, compliance, and conduct standards.

Candidate Profile

• Strong underwriting knowledge in Cargo, Freight, or Engineering.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Progress towards Dip CII/ACII desirable.
• Leadership or supervisory experience an advantage.