Senior Cargo Underwriter

13 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Allied World Full time
About the Role

Allied World is a leading global insurance company that values collaboration and knowledge sharing. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we're committed to empowering them to grow and succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Cargo Underwriter, Europe Marine Division. As a key member of our underwriting team, you will be responsible for underwriting cargo business and providing technical, analytical, operational, and underwriting services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyzing and preparing submissions prior to underwriting, including account research and preparation for client and broker meetings.
  • Underwriting new/renewal business and alterations to existing contracts in accordance with Letter of Authority, relevant technical knowledge, and appropriate rating methodology.
  • Entering and maintaining information with various in-house underwriting systems and generating reports as required.
  • Preparing quotes and binding accounts in underwriting systems as underwritten or as directed by other team underwriters.
  • Liaising with other underwriters and brokers as well as other internal departments as required.
  • Performing underwriting referrals with manager following account analysis, including thorough reviews of underwriting submissions.
  • Attending client/broker lunches, dinners, and other work-related social outings as applicable.
  • Assisting with the development of account pricing/recommendations/peer review.
  • Attending relevant internal and external meetings.
  • Undertaking renewal monitoring and renewal process management.
  • Maintaining underwriting files in accordance with company standards.
  • Liaising with brokers on account administration matters, including premium and outstanding underwriting documentation.
  • Undertaking other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

  • At least 5+ years' demonstrable experience in Cargo or similar line with expertise and in-depth working knowledge of standard market policy and endorsement wordings.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaison with clients and brokers, including delivering effective presentations and building strong working and networking relationships.
  • Strong marketing and business development capability – commercial acumen; ability to influence and negotiate to various levels of seniority, internally and externally.
  • Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and in using an underwriting system.
  • Good attention to detail and quantitative skills.
  • Ability to manage deadlines and conflicting priorities.


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