Underwriter

Join us as a Marine Underwriter to grow your career at the forefront of large multinational marine insurance programmes.

Make your mark in Marine

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.

How you will create an impact

This role will report to the Head of Marine, UK.  Positioning the business for sustained growth through underwriting and executing Multinational programmes across Cargo, Transportation & Logistics, Ports & Terminals, Marine Liability and Fine Art & Specie.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Executing new and renewal multinational business
• Build and maintain a pipeline of quality business through relationships with key producers and clients and regular liaison with AIG UK Distribution/Broker relationship teams
• Providing multinational technical direction to the underwriting team 
• Create and maintain positive relationships with key producers and clients and other relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and execution of underwriting strategy and annual budget.
• Obtain all necessary technical underwriting information through liaison with the broker and or client
• Resolve service issues through liaison with appropriate internal departments
• Liaise on technical service issues with appropriate departments to expedite resolution
• Work with brokers, internal and external clients across the UK and internationally to ensure quality and consistency of underwriting and service delivery
• Liaise with claims and client / broker to establish Claims Reporting requirements for Major accounts
• Collaborating with Distribution and other line(s) of business underwriters to target desirable accounts and cross selling opportunities from brokers

What you’ll need to succeed

• Previous experience in marine underwriting or broking or implementing Multinational programmes.
• Understanding of key pricing principles
• Ability to build strong relationships, brokers, clients and internal stakeholders
• Strong communication/interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
• Good analytical skills
• Team player
• Ability to prioritise and focus on targets & results
• Works well under pressure, especially during end of quarter renewal periods of peak activity
• Good time management skills – ability to handle multiple priorities, organise work and meet deadlines
• Ability to work on own initiative / Organised
• CII Qualification desirable or progression towards ACII

Ready to take your career to the next level? We would love to hear from you.

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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of belonging

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through inclusion learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides 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.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.  

UW - UnderwritingAIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd