Senior Marine Cargo Broker - US & International Growth

Gravitas Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gravitas Group is seeking a Marine Cargo Broker based in London with 5–10 years of experience to grow the US and International cargo portfolio. You will place and develop cargo business into the London market, working autonomously with the leadership team to win new clients and leverage existing relationships.

The role requires a commercially sharp broker who has built long-term trust with clients and overseas partners and thrives in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years' marine cargo broking experience in the London market.
• Proven track record handling US and/or international cargo business.
• Established relationships with Lloyd's and company market cargo underwriters.
• Strong knowledge of cargo wordings, including Cargo Clauses and STP.
• Experience managing a book of business with retention and growth evidence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of marine cargo clients with focus on US or International business.
• Place new and renewal business into the London market, Lloyd's syndicates and company markets.
• Build and present market submissions with risk info and coverage requirements.
• Develop new business through direct clients, overseas brokers and coverholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with cargo underwriters to secure placements.
• Advise clients on cover including stock throughput, transit and project cargo.
• Support claims with clients, adjusters and underwriters to reach fair outcomes.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth targets.

Skills

Marine cargo broking

US/International cargo

Client relationship

Negotiation

ACII/CII desirable

Education

ACII or Cert CII desirable

Job description

Gravitas Group is seeking a Marine Cargo Broker based in London with 5–10 years of experience to grow the US and International cargo portfolio. You will place and develop cargo business into the London market, working autonomously with the leadership team to win new clients and leverage existing relationships.

The role requires a commercially sharp broker who has built long-term trust with clients and overseas partners and thrives in a collaborative team.