Senior Marine Underwriter (UK Regional Lead)

American International Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AIG seeks an Underwriter in Birmingham to enhance our Marine business. This role involves underwriting new and renewal business, developing broker and client relationships, and delivering technical support. Ideal candidates will have an advanced understanding of cargo insurance and significant experience in a Commercial insurance environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of UK cargo business and product features.
• Extensive experience in a Commercial insurance environment and London Market.
• Experience in negotiating and understanding regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal business, providing technical support.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, ensuring effective underwriting service.
• Coordinate with brokers to gather necessary underwriting information.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Financial understanding

Education

CII Qualification or progression towards ACII

Job description

Who we are

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security.

Get to know the business

Local expertise and knowledge underpin the quality and responsiveness of the AIG marine team and ensure the best possible protection for our clients’ assets and their business reputation.

AIG has offices with dedicated marine staff in more than 75 countries. This local presence gives us an in-depth understanding of local laws, regulations and markets and the ability to respond swiftly and effectively, whether establishing cover or dealing with losses as they occur.

AIG Marine can provide comprehensive insurance protection for goods in transit, across the world. We also deliver bespoke programmes catering for the highly specialised transportation needs of a wide variety of businesses.

About the role

What you need to know:

Reporting to the Head of Multinational & Retail Cargo you will contribute to the growth of the regional marine business by: the underwriting of new and renewal business; developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing brokers; building client relationships; develop and carry out agreed strategies; deliver technical support and programme administration on an assigned portfolio of Cargo Multinational & Regional Accounts.

Accountabilities for the role:

• Contribute to the growth of the business by assisting in the underwriting of new and renewal business and delivering technical support and programme administration on an assigned portfolio of accounts.
• Driving growth through multiple distribution platforms including E-trade, open market underwriting and facility participation.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing brokers and clients.
• Obtaining all necessary technical underwriting information through liaison with the broker and or client
• Liaising on technical service issues with appropriate departments to expedite resolution.
• Liaising with brokers, internal and external clients across UK to ensure quality and consistency of underwriting and service delivery.
• Liaising with UK Distribution/Broker Relationship Teams to manage pipeline of account activity on a monthly basis.

What we’re looking for:

• Advanced working knowledge of UK cargo business including product features, forms, regulatory environments and risks, etc.
• Insight: Detail-oriented, critical thinking skills, decision making based on level of authority, problem solving, competent using analytical tools and technology
• Agility: Effective in dynamic environment, adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity, working at pace and prioritizing multiple tasks
• Relationships: Communication skills (written and verbal), collaboration, building trust with wide range of colleagues and clients
• Commercial edge: Financial understanding, appetite for learning about the industry, negotiating and focused on profitable business
• Extensive experience in a Commercial insurance environment / London Market
• CII Qualification desirable or progression towards ACII

#LI-AIG

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail].

Functional Area:

UW - Underwriting AIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd