Manager, Insurance, P&I Claims

Hapag-Lloyd Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global shipping company is seeking an experienced claims manager to handle complex cargo and third party liability claims in Singapore. The role involves coordinating with insurers, providing legal advice, and engaging in settlement negotiations while maintaining organized claims documentation. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Law, possesses knowledge of marine insurance, and demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position demands reliability and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.

Qualifications

• Preferably lawyer qualifications.
• Knowledge of Marine Insurance and experience with P&I is necessary.
• Good knowledge of the container shipping industry.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex cargo and third party liability claims.
• Coordinate with insurers and appointed attorneys.
• Engage in settlement negotiations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Degree in Law

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Handles complex cargo and third party liability claims.
• Coordinates with insurers and appointed attorneys and experts.
• Reviews the facts and merits of claims and proposes solutions to conclude them.
• Actively engages in settlement negotiations.
• Monitors and analyzes risks with a view to loss prevention.
• Provides legal advice to the organization on insurance, risk and liability matters.
• Coordinates assistance and involvement of attorneys representing Hapag-Lloyd in litigations.
• Maintains proper documentation of claims files in an organized manner.
• Pro-actively maintains files and claim reserves via files management tool.
• Other tasks assigned by the department head.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, preferably lawyer qualifications.
• Knowledge of Marine Insurance, experience with P&I.
• Good knowledge of the container shipping industry.
• Analytical and good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Reliable and motivated team player.
• Ability to function in a cross-cultural environment.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).