Marine Underwriter

VECTOR SEARCH PROFESSIONALS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine insurance firm in Singapore is seeking a Marine Underwriter to manage marine cargo and hull insurance. The role involves developing a marine portfolio and maintaining relationships with clients and intermediaries. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in marine insurance and relevant qualifications. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Marine Cargo/Marine Hull/Freight Forwarders/Bailees Liability.
• Knowledge of marine insurance processes and policy wordings.
• Meticulous with an eye for details.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and existing Marine Cargo, Marine Hull, and Freight Forwarders/Bailees Liability.
• Develop and grow marine portfolio generating new business.
• Manage relationships with intermediaries and partners.

Skills

Marine Cargo knowledge

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Team player

Education

Certificate in General Insurance (CGI) or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for underwriting new and existing Marine Cargo, Marine Hull and Freight Forwarders/Bailees Liability to achieve profitability
• Develop and grow marine portfolio by generating new business within guideline and delegated authority
• Responsible for managing relationship with intermediaries/partners to achieve the company goals
• Established clients/broker relationships
• Familiar with marine clauses, terms and conditions
• Demonstrates analytical skills, effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Provide training to clients/intermediaries on on-line policy issuance
• Ability to provide technical advice to clients/intermediaries/internal stakeholders
• Presentation/training to intermediaries and internal stakeholders
• Adhere to Underwriting guidelines, Compliance and Risk Management
• Provide guidance and coaching to support staff

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience handling Marine Cargo/Marine Hull/Freight Forwarders/Bailees Liability
• Knowledge of Marine insurance processes and policy wordings
• Proficient in MS Words, Excel, Powerpoint
• Possess at least the certificate in General Insurance (CGI) or any other equivalent qualifications ie AAII, ACII
• Meticulous, have an eye on details
• Self-motivated, disciplined
• Able to work independently
• A team player