Marine Underwriter

Paramount Life & General Insurance Corporation; Makati; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on exposure to marine underwriting

Supportive team for professional growth

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Metro Manila, Philippines is seeking a motivated Junior Marine Underwriter. This role involves risk assessment, underwriting support, and building client relationships in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess a 4-year business degree and 2-3 years of experience in marine underwriting. They should have strong analytical skills, a keen attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Opportunities for professional growth and career progression are promised in this collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a 4-year business course.
• At least 2-3 years related work experience as a Marine Underwriter.
• Completion of Basic Non-Life Insurance Course is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing and updating Open Marine Policies.
• Prepare profit & loss statistics and underwriting reports.
• Build strong relationships with clients and brokers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a business course

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ready to launch your career in Marine Insurance? If you’re analytical, detail-driven, and excited about global trade and risk assessment, this is your opportunity to grow in a dynamic and fast-paced underwriting environment.

We’re looking for aJunior Marine Underwriterwho’s eager to learn, ready to take on responsibility, and motivated to contribute to profitable growth in our Marine portfolio

• Level: Associate
• Office Location: Makati City
• Work Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 Mon-Fri

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our Marine Underwriting team, you’ll play a hands‑on role in supporting business growth and maintaining strong underwriting standards.

Risk Assessment & Underwriting Support

• Review proposal forms and underwriting documents for Cargo risks.
• Evaluate new business in line with underwriting guidelines to support sustainable, profitable growth.
• Recommend risk acceptance or rejection to Supervisors and Line Underwriters.
• Assist in reviewing and updating Open Marine Policies (rates, terms & conditions).

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare profit & loss statistics and underwriting reports.
• Analyze trends and provide insights to help Management make informed decisions.

Relationship Building & Business Development

• Build strong relationships with clients, brokers, agents, and branches.
• Support marketing efforts and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Respond to inquiries related to Marine, Hull, and Aviation underwriting.

Operations & Quality Excellence

• Maintain Cargo claims registers and support claims monitoring.
• Ensure underwriting standards, procedures, and checklists are followed.
• Contribute to process improvements and continuous quality initiatives.
• Provide technical assistance across the underwriting workflow.

What We’re Looking For

• Graduate of any 4 year business course
• With at least 2-3 years related work experience as a Marine Underwriter
• Has completed the Basic Non-Life Insurance Course or Intermediate Course on Marine Insurance at the IIAP with Advanced Course on Marine is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational ability.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn.

Why Join Us?

• Real hands‑on exposure to Marine underwriting.
• A supportive team that invests in your professional growth.
• Career progression within a growing insurance portfolio.
• A collaborative and forward‑thinking work culture.