Senior Marine Cargo Underwriter — Hybrid (Birmingham/Manchester)

IPS Group Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 2,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurer in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Marine Underwriter to manage a diverse portfolio of marine cargo and freight risks. The role offers the chance to impact both commercially and strategically within a high-performing team. Key responsibilities include driving underwriting strategy and supporting junior team members. The position provides competitive salary, annual bonus, and excellent benefits in a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Significant experience in marine cargo and/or freight underwriting.
• Strong broker-facing skills and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to operate confidently within underwriting authority.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse book of SME and mid-market marine cargo and freight risks.
• Support growth through broker engagement and market development.
• Shape underwriting strategy and support junior underwriters.

Skills

Marine cargo underwriting

Freight underwriting

Broker engagement

Job description

A leading insurer in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Marine Underwriter to manage a diverse portfolio of marine cargo and freight risks. The role offers the chance to impact both commercially and strategically within a high-performing team. Key responsibilities include driving underwriting strategy and supporting junior team members. The position provides competitive salary, annual bonus, and excellent benefits in a hybrid working model.