Senior Cargo Underwriter

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Full time

Job Opportunity:

 

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Cargo Underwriter to join our Marine Team, based in London.

Day-to-day responsibilities of this role include contribution towards the growth and build-out of the UK/International Wholesale Cargo proposition across all relevant distribution channels, pre-qualifying accounts, utilising underwriting acumen to select risks within the company’s risk appetite and expanding and developing new business opportunities through engagement with brokers and customers.

We are seeking an individual who is energised, passionate and who is always striving towards excellence. You should be comfortable working closely with actuaries, the Claims team and underwriters from across the broader team. In addition, necessary character, relationship building and negotiating skills to help lead and further build a profitable book of business are of the upmost importance. The successful candidate will be focused on a positive customer experience, while maintaining sound underwriting discipline. This position is a great fit for an experienced Senior Cargo Underwriter looking to expand their responsibilities and underwriting knowledge with an experienced and well-regarded unit within a top global insurance company. This role will suit candidates who enjoy a collaborative culture focused on profitability over top line growth.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Support the development and build-out of the Cargo book that is consistent with the teams focus on profitable growth Establish, develop, and expand on broker and customer relationships while developing new ones Underwrite accounts while ensuring appropriate analysis and documentation without sacrificing discipline, diligence and quality service Underwrite complex and challenging risks while developing creative solutions for our brokers and customers Be a positive reflection on the company by demonstrating integrity and leadership in the marketplace Understand evolving market conditions and how to respond with informed underwriting decisions while maintaining strong external relationships Effectively communicate BHSI’s value proposition and demonstrate leadership in the region Collaborate with teammates across all product lines, claims and actuarial

 Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Up to 10+ years of Cargo Underwriting experience. Collaborative, team focused Strong financial acumen with highly analytical outlook Solid understanding of policy forms and coverage, including common market forms and manuscript requests Existing broker and customer relationships, or the experience and ability to develop strong broker and customer relationships quickly. Market respect and ability to lead programs and create trust with brokers and customers Degree or equivalent education, and/or strong insurance qualifications

BHSI Offers:

A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammate A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centred on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders A purposely non-bureaucratic organisation that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework
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