Ocean Cargo Underwriter — Hybrid Work & Growth

Markel; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Stock Purchase Plan

PTO and holidays

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Markel Group in Seattle seeks an experienced Ocean Cargo Underwriter to underwrite new business and renewals profitably within guidelines, and mentor less experienced underwriters.

You will assess submissions, determine risk and pricing, manage relationships with agents and clients, and travel within the territory as needed. Strong knowledge of coverage forms and rating tools is required, along with excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of current experience underwriting profitable Ocean Cargo or related Inland Marine or related business.
• Bachelor’s degree and industry designations (proven, outstanding experience can be substituted for education).
• Proven outstanding reputation with wholesale and retail distribution.
• Knowledge of pricing accounts using rating and modeling tools/techniques.

Responsibilities

• Proposed producers, and to make recommendations concerning operations, systems and procedures when appropriate.
• Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit.
• Review submissions and identify exposure and risk from information provided.
• Underwrite renewal business review terms, conditions and pricing and handle related account servicing.
• Monitor producers for profitability and production.
• Monitor results of the overall book of business assigned; and recommend corrective action as necessary.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships within assigned region and product line management.
• Market products to producers by coordinating marketing plans with Southeast management team.
• Participate in audits and/or underwriting meetings as required.
• Cross‑sell opportunities with other Markel divisions through the promotion of Markel’s products and services.
• Coordinate with other Markel platforms on common accounts.
• Travel within territory

Skills

Underwriting

Ocean Cargo

Customer service

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Industry designations

Tools

MS Office

Underwriting systems

Job description

Markel Group in Seattle seeks an experienced Ocean Cargo Underwriter to underwrite new business and renewals profitably within guidelines, and mentor less experienced underwriters.

You will assess submissions, determine risk and pricing, manage relationships with agents and clients, and travel within the territory as needed. Strong knowledge of coverage forms and rating tools is required, along with excellent communication.