Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist

The Legends Agency; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique insurance brokerage in Johannesburg seeks a Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist to launch and drive the growth of a new division. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in marine or logistics-related insurance and possess strong skills in client engagement, managing claims, and providing technical insurance solutions. Responsibilities include building portfolios, conducting risk assessments, and advising clients on insurance solutions. This is a strategic, client-facing role offering a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in marine, cargo, or logistics-related insurance.
• Strong understanding of marine risk, Incoterms, and liability structures.
• Proactive and analytical in a start-up-like environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive the growth of a new marine and freight-forwarding insurance division.
• Build and expand the marine and cargo insurance portfolio.
• Identify and secure business from freight forwarders and logistics providers.
• Conduct detailed marine risk assessments.
• Present and negotiate insurance solutions.
• Build relationships with marine underwriters and insurers.
• Advise clients on liability exposures and claims processes.
• Support marine claims and documentation.

Skills

Marine, cargo, or logistics insurance experience

Client engagement skills

Technical solutioning

Claims management

Analytical skills

Job description

Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist
Play a key role in launching a specialist marine insurance division
Bedfordview, Johannesburg | R15 000

About Our Client

This boutique insurance brokerage is expanding its specialist offerings and is building a dedicated Marine & Cargo division. With a strong foundation in technical insurance solutions, the team is known for personalised service and industry expertise. This is an opportunity to help shape a new business vertical within a growing organisation.

The Role: Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist

This role exists to drive the growth of a new marine and freight-forwarding insurance division. You'll lead the development of a client base, deliver technical insurance solutions, and support marine claims — all while working closely with underwriters and logistics partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in marine, cargo, or logistics insurance

• Build and expand the marine and cargo insurance portfolio

• Identify and secure business from freight forwarders, exporters, transporters, and logistics providers

• Conduct detailed marine risk assessments (e.g. commodity, voyage, packaging)

• Present and negotiate insurance solutions, including GIT, Marine Cargo, Stock Throughput, and Freight Liability

• Build strong relationships with marine underwriters and insurers

• Advise clients on Incoterms, liability exposures, and claims processes

• Support marine claims and assist with required documentation

About You

• 3+ years in marine, cargo, or logistics-related insurance

• Strong understanding of marine risk, Incoterms, and liability structures

• Skilled in client engagement, technical solutioning, and insurance sales

• Confident managing claims and advising on documentation

• Proactive, analytical, and comfortable in a start-up-like environment

• Advantageous: Knowledge of Marine Hull or related high-complexity risks

If you're looking to take ownership of a new division and bring your marine insurance expertise into a strategic, client-facing role — this is your next step.