Senior Underwriting Specialist - Marine & Cargo Insurance

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Remote work infrastructure

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Underwriting Specialist in Marine and Cargo insurance. This remote role supports clients anywhere in South Africa, including East London. You will assess complex risks, price terms, and work with brokers, clients, and internal teams to grow a specialized portfolio.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in underwriting, deep marine knowledge, and strong negotiation abilities. Remote work is supported with strong tech enablement and international practice awareness.

Formación

• Significant experience in Marine & Cargo underwriting.
• Proven ability to price complex maritime risks.
• Strong understanding of international trade and shipping operations.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and written/verbal communication.

Responsabilidades

• Underwrite Marine and Cargo insurance risks per guidelines.
• Analyze exposures related to vessels, cargo, routes, and liabilities.
• Develop pricing and terms for policies.
• Maintain relationships with brokers, clients and claims teams.
• Provide technical guidance on Marine & Cargo matters.

Conocimientos

Underwriting expertise

Marine & Cargo knowledge

Analytical skills

Negotiation & communication

Independent remote work

Underwriting systems

Analytics tools

South Africa market knowledge

Educación

Bachelors in Maritime Studies/Business/Finance or related

Professional marine insurance qualifications desirable

Herramientas

Underwriting systems

Analytics tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in specialized insurance, is seeking an accomplished Senior Underwriting Specialist with expertise in Marine and Cargo Insurance. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within **South Africa**. You will be responsible for assessing, pricing, and managing complex Marine and Cargo risks, contributing to the profitable growth of our client's specialized insurance portfolio. This role requires deep technical knowledge of marine operations, cargo types, transit risks, and relevant international trade practices. You will collaborate with brokers, clients, and internal teams to develop bespoke insurance solutions. We foster a remote-first culture, providing cutting-edge technology and support to ensure our team's success. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to leverage their expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment, contributing to our client's global reach from **East London** or any other suitable location.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite Marine and Cargo insurance risks, ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
• Analyze complex risk exposures related to vessel operations, cargo types, transit routes, and related liabilities.
• Develop accurate pricing and terms for Marine and Cargo insurance policies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and claims teams.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on Marine and Cargo insurance matters to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify trends, and recommend strategic adjustments.
• Collaborate with the claims department on loss analysis and prevention strategies.
• Stay abreast of international maritime law, trade practices, and insurance market developments.
• Participate in the development of new Marine and Cargo insurance products and services.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in underwriting, with a significant specialization in Marine and Cargo insurance.
• Proven expertise in assessing and pricing complex maritime risks.
• Strong understanding of international trade, shipping operations, and relevant legal frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and manage a demanding workload in a remote setting.
• Relevant professional qualifications in marine insurance or international trade are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in underwriting systems and analytics tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with the South African insurance market is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package reflective of specialized expertise.
• Performance-based annual bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for international professional development and travel.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• State-of-the-art remote work technology and support.
• A collaborative and globally connected virtual team environment.
• The flexibility to work remotely from any location in **South Africa**.