Senior Underwriter, Cargo

Hamilton; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

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In good company.

Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world.

Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful - to our customers and our business. We believe we are 'In good company.' with everyone we interact with.

We're looking for a

Senior Underwriter, Cargo

Based in London and reporting to the Head of Cargo, this role will support the underwriting and management of the Cargo account for Syndicate 4000 and HIDAC.

Hamilton Global Specialty is our multi-platform, specialty insurer operating primarily through a Lloyd's Syndicate and Dublin operating company with a managing general agency in the US.

What you will do

• Support the Head of Cargo in the management of the division ensuring compliance with Business Plan
• Support the production of the divisional section of a business plan for review and agreement by Underwriting Committee
• Manage new business opportunities through liaison with brokers, clients and underwriters
• Underwrite and monitor portfolio
• Monitor figures, aggregates claims and report accordingly
• Compliance with Syndicate procedures
• Travel to maintain client relations and attend relevant conferences
• Support the monthly reporting to Underwriting Committees
• Compliance with Lloyd's regulations and Byelaws
• Act in accordance with all applicable Supervisory Bodies, principles, rules and regulations
• Liaise effectively with other internal functions such as DUA, Actuarial, Claims, Accounts, FP&A etc

What you require for the role

• 15 years of class or Lloyd's experience
• Managing Agency and/or Company market experience (desirable)
• Knowledge and experience of the global Cargo market
• Previous experience of underwriting successful Cargo portfolio (desirable)
• Outstanding risk selection capability based upon knowledge and technical expertise
• Broker relationships which will attract the best quality business (desirable)
• Excellent organizational & analytical skills
• Self starter, ability to produce business globally
• Disciplined approach to underwriting strategy
• Ability to adapt and thrive within a pressured environment
• Good communication skills with the ability to liaise at all levels
• Self motivated and curious
• Very good interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team
• Capable of working to a timetable when required

Conduct Standards

• You must act with integrity
• You must act with due skill, care and diligence
• You must be open and cooperative with the CBI, FCA, the PRA and other regulators
• You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• You must observe proper standards of market conduct
• You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers

What you can expect from us

We offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial, and collaborative culture guided by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.

We know if we welcome and respect differences, we'll attract and retain talent that brings a valuable diversity of perspectives and experience. We want all our colleagues to feel that they can bring their whole selves to work at Hamilton and know that they can be part of building a great company.