Senior Cargo & Freight Underwriter

Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets (MRS-GM), UK

Join to apply for the Senior Cargo & Freight Underwriter role at Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets (MRS-GM), UK. The role is based in our Manchester office on a full-time basis, reporting into the Underwriter & Team Leader. This position aims to maintain a profitable, well‐balanced and growing portfolio with allocated intermediaries and customers to meet the company's long‑term trading objectives.

Responsibilities

• Working with the intermediary/customer, undertaking end‑to‑end handling of cases for the allocated portfolio to deliver the agreed joint business development plans in line with the company’s overall trading strategy.
• Make effective on‑site decisions, within delegated authority, for allocated intermediaries so that work is completed efficiently.
• Develop strong relationships with allocated intermediaries, balancing intermediary needs with the company’s trading objective to deliver profitable and balanced trading growth.
• Plan and process own work to assist the team to meet its customer service targets including credit control targets.
• Identify, define and close business opportunities, seeking input from other staff members when appropriate, to ensure business proposals are dealt with swiftly and effectively.
• Act as a reference point on all issues for the allocated intermediary/customer or less experienced staff to deliver a high level of customer service.
• Assist in maintaining a balanced and high quality portfolio, optimising the use of information gathered.
• Undertake other duties as directed within the level of the job function.

Knowledge and Skills

• High level of underwriting knowledge within Marine Trade.
• Understanding of technical underwriting philosophy and company trading strategy.
• Ability to interpret and effectively use management information.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of the local market.
• Internal relationships with Executive Directors, Line of Business Managers, team members, underwriters, claims department and syndicate.
• External relationships with a range of contacts within allocated intermediaries and customers.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Munich Re values diversity, equity, and inclusion fostering innovation and resilience. We are committed to building an inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated and equitable opportunities to succeed are provided.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 10% non‑contributory pension
• Eligibility for an annual bonus
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Critical illness insurance, life assurance, and permanent health insurance
• Wellbeing and development scheme, EAP, health assessments (subject to scheme eligibility)
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Study and continuing professional development support
• Hybrid working and IT home set‑up support

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Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Insurance

Apply now to join a dynamic team and contribute to Munich Re’s growth in cargo and freight underwriting.