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Job Description

We are looking for a Underwriting Executive to join a global marine insurance organisation operating within the international shipping sector. This role offers the opportunity to build a long term career in marine insurance, gaining exposure to international stakeholders, regulatory processes and technical underwriting operations.

This is a development focused position where you will support the accurate management of member accounts and associated documentation, ensuring high standards of service, compliance and data integrity.

What’s on offer
  • Hybrid working model
  • 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Pension contribution up to 15%
  • Private medical insurance and life cover
  • Paid volunteering days
  • Structured training and professional development support
  • Gym and wellbeing allowance
What we’re looking for
We are seeking someone who is organised, reliable, and comfortable working in a structured, process driven environment.
You do not need prior insurance experience but it is desirable. 
  • Strong administration and organisational ability
  • High attention to detail
  • Clear communication skills
  • Confidence using systems and learning new tools
  • Ability to manage workload and priorities effectively
  • Team-oriented approach
  • Educated to Leaving Certificate / GCSE / A-Level or equivalent
What you’ll be doing
You will act as account handler for allocated members, ensuring accuracy and effective relationships with members and brokers.

Responsibilities include:
  • Maintaining accurate member and vessel records across underwriting systems
  • Supporting onboarding, renewals and cancellations of member accounts
  • Preparing and issuing insurance documentation within required timeframes; blue cards, guarantees, undertakings, MLC documentation and ITOPF entries. 
  • Liaising with brokers, members, and external stakeholders/3rd parties including banks and maritime organisations
  • Updating records following account or vessel changes
  • Handling routine queries from internal and external parties
  • Supporting regulatory submissions and renewal reporting requirements
  • Completing compliance screening checks and resolving alerts
  • Maintaining system data, templates, and reference materials
  • Producing reports and supporting data accuracy across renewal cycles
If you are looking for a structured role with genuine development potential in a specialist industry, we would welcome your application.