Senior Marine Underwriter - Birmingham, United Kingdom - AIG

AIG

Verified Company

Birmingham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Who we are

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, delivering to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions.

These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security.

Get to know the business

Local expertise and knowledge underpin the quality and responsiveness of the AIG marine team and ensure the best possible protection for our clients' assets and their business reputation.

AIG has offices with dedicated marine staff in more than 75 countries.

This local presence gives us an in-depth understanding of local laws, regulations and markets and the ability to respond swiftly and effectively, whether establishing cover or dealing with losses as they occur.

AIG Marine can provide comprehensive insurance protection for goods in transit, across the world. We also deliver bespoke programmes catering for the highly specialised transportation needs of a wide variety of businesses.

About the role

What you need to know:

Reporting to the Head of Multinational & Retail Cargo you will contribute to the growth of the regional marine business by: the underwriting of new and renewal business; developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing brokers; building client relationships; develop and carry out agreed strategies; deliver technical support and programme administration on an assigned portfolio of Cargo Multinational & Regional Accounts.

The role can be based out of our Birmingham or Manchester office.

Accountabilities for the role:

Contribute to the growth of the business by assisting in the underwriting of new and renewal business and delivering technical support and programme administration on an assigned portfolio of accounts.

Driving growth through multiple distribution platforms including E-trade, open market underwriting and facility participation.
Developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing brokers and clients.
Obtaining all necessary technical underwriting information through liaison with the broker and or client
Liaising on technical service issues with appropriate departments to expedite resolution.
Liaising with brokers, internal and external clients across UK to ensure quality and consistency of underwriting and service delivery.
Liaising with UK Distribution/Broker Relationship Teams to manage pipeline of account activity on a monthly basis.

What we're looking for:

Advanced working knowledge of UK cargo business including product features, forms, regulatory environments and risks, etc.

Insight:
Detail-oriented, critical thinking skills, decision making based on level of authority, problem solving, competent using analytical tools and technology

Agility:
Effective in dynamic environment, adaptable, comfortable with ambiguity, working at pace and prioritizing multiple tasks

Relationships:
Communication skills (written and verbal), collaboration, building trust with wide range of colleagues and clients

Commercial edge:
Financial understanding, appetite for learning about the industry, negotiating and focused on profitable business
Extensive experience in a Commercial insurance environment / London Market
CII Qualification desirable or progression towards ACII

LI-AIG

A look at our Benefits

We're proud to offer a range of employee benefits and resources that help you protect what matters most - your health care, savings, financial protection and wellbeing.

We provide a variety of leaves for personal, health, family and military needs.

For example, our "Giving Back" program allows you to take up to 16 hours a year to volunteer in your community.

Our global mental health and wellness days off provide all colleagues with a paid day off to focus on their mental health and wellbeing.

We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills to position themselves for the next steps of their careers.

We have a tuition reimbursement program for eligible colleagues to enhance their education, skills, and knowledge in areas that relate to their current position or future positions to which they may transfer or progress.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

American International Group, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and its policies and procedures reflect this commitment.

We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories such as sexual orientation.

At AIG, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission - creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability.