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Marine Cargo Claims Manager (Marine Cargo / Freight Liability / Legal) Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Location: UK (Hybrid / Remote with required on-site handover) Start: ASAP for full handover period Our client, a long-established global logistics and shipping organisation, is seeking an experiencedMarine Cargo Claims Managerto take over the leadership of their Group Central Claims function. The incoming candidate will benefit from a substantial handover period, dependant on your notice period. Due to the complexity of the work, the role would ideally suit someone currently working within London insurance/claims markets or Manchester's established marine cargo hub. Remote working can be considered; however, the successful candidate must be able to work hybrid or fully on-site during the handover period, which may last a number of months. The Role The Marine Cargo Claims Manager will oversee a global claims operation covering freight liability, marine cargo, logistics claims, and associated legal matters. Responsibilities include: Managing the Group Claims department and supporting global offices. Handling freight liability and marine cargo claims from first notification through to settlement, including recoveries. Liaising with insurers, surveyors, legal teams, clients and internal stakeholders. Advising on contract drafting, risk assessment and cargo acceptance policies. Leading training across group offices on relevant legal, insurance and claims topics. Compiling workflow, renewal and performance reports. Contributing to systems development and continuous improvement. Managing the Group Freight Liability insurance policy. Reporting at Board and Director level. Required Experience The successful Marine Cargo Claims Manager must demonstrate: >Strong experience in marine cargo and freight transport liability claims. Deep understanding of the legal frameworks governing international transport, including CMR, Hague/Hague-Visby, Warsaw/Montreal Conventions, BIFA, FIATA, COGSA, UKWA and Incoterms. Experience with insurance law (Marine Insurance Act, Insurance Act 2015, etc.) and policy interpretation.Ability to manage complex, high-value global claims. Proven managerial capability and confidence when reporting at senior and Board level. High competency with Microsoft 365. Experience issuing Bills of Lading, AWBs, Letters of Credit and other cargo documentation is highly desirable. ACII qualification and/or a Law degree would be advantageous. This role will not suit someone from hull, machinery or non-cargo marine insurance backgrounds. Why This Role? Global exposure with a respected international shipping group. Opportunity to step into a senior leadership position with full support during handover. Strategic responsibility, reporting directly to senior directors.Rare opening due to planned retirement. How to Apply: To discuss this role in confidence, please contact Red Recruit Global. Early applications are encouraged due to the required handover timeline. If you'd like to know more about this Marine Cargo Claims Manager opportunity, or know someone suitable, please share this advert or send us their details. Successful referrals qualify for our candidate referral scheme. Red Recruit specialise in freight and shipping recruitment, with opportunities across all levels. Not all roles are advertised, so feel free to send us your CV in confidence or call us directly.
Marine Cargo Claims Manager (Marine Cargo / Freight Liability / Legal) Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 Location: UK (Hybrid / Remote with required on-site handover) Start: ASAP for full handover period Our client, a long-established global logistics and shipping organisation, is seeking an experiencedMarine Cargo Claims Managerto take over the leadership of their Group Central Claims function. The incoming candidate will benefit from a substantial handover period, dependant on your notice period. Due to the complexity of the work, the role would ideally suit someone currently working within London insurance/claims markets or Manchester's established marine cargo hub. Remote working can be considered; however, the successful candidate must be able to work hybrid or fully on-site during the handover period, which may last a number of months. The Role The Marine Cargo Claims Manager will oversee a global claims operation covering freight liability, marine cargo, logistics claims, and associated legal matters. Responsibilities include: Managing the Group Claims department and supporting global offices. Handling freight liability and marine cargo claims from first notification through to settlement, including recoveries. Liaising with insurers, surveyors, legal teams, clients and internal stakeholders. Advising on contract drafting, risk assessment and cargo acceptance policies. Leading training across group offices on relevant legal, insurance and claims topics. Compiling workflow, renewal and performance reports. Contributing to systems development and continuous improvement. Managing the Group Freight Liability insurance policy. Reporting at Board and Director level. Required Experience The successful Marine Cargo Claims Manager must demonstrate: >Strong experience in marine cargo and freight transport liability claims. Deep understanding of the legal frameworks governing international transport, including CMR, Hague/Hague-Visby, Warsaw/Montreal Conventions, BIFA, FIATA, COGSA, UKWA and Incoterms. Experience with insurance law (Marine Insurance Act, Insurance Act 2015, etc.) and policy interpretation.Ability to manage complex, high-value global claims. Proven managerial capability and confidence when reporting at senior and Board level. High competency with Microsoft 365. Experience issuing Bills of Lading, AWBs, Letters of Credit and other cargo documentation is highly desirable. ACII qualification and/or a Law degree would be advantageous. This role will not suit someone from hull, machinery or non-cargo marine insurance backgrounds. Why This Role? Global exposure with a respected international shipping group. Opportunity to step into a senior leadership position with full support during handover. Strategic responsibility, reporting directly to senior directors.Rare opening due to planned retirement. How to Apply: To discuss this role in confidence, please contact Red Recruit Global. Early applications are encouraged due to the required handover timeline. If you'd like to know more about this Marine Cargo Claims Manager opportunity, or know someone suitable, please share this advert or send us their details. Successful referrals qualify for our candidate referral scheme. Red Recruit specialise in freight and shipping recruitment, with opportunities across all levels. Not all roles are advertised, so feel free to send us your CV in confidence or call us directly.
Munich Re
Manchester, Lancashire
About us At Munich Re Specialty - Global Markets (MRS-GM), it is our ambition to become the leading Primary Specialty Insurance provider, underpinned by an effective and adaptable strategy, superior products, and industry leaders working in a supportive environment to achieve this. At the heart of our success is a strong culture where people are encouraged to be present, bold, and curious, allowing them to achieve their individual goals. We are currently looking for an Underwriter to be based in our Manchester office on a full-time basis, reporting into the Underwriter & Team Leader. Your role is to achieve and maintain a profitable, well-balanced, and growing portfolio with allocated intermediaries and customers to assist in meeting the long-term trading objectives of the Company. Provide technical underwriting expertise and guidance to less experienced underwriting staff. Responsibilities: Work 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 to ensure work is completed efficiently. Develop strong relationships with allocated intermediaries, balancing intermediary needs with the Company's trading objectives to deliver profitable and balanced growth. Plan and process your work to help the team meet its customer service and credit control targets. Identify, define, and close business opportunities, seeking input from other staff when appropriate, to ensure swift and effective business proposals that secure business for the Company. Serve as a reference point on all issues for the allocated intermediary/customer or less experienced staff to ensure high customer service levels. Assist in maintaining a balanced, high-quality portfolio by optimising the use of gathered information. Undertake other duties as directed within the scope 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. Knowledge of the local market. Internal relationships with Executive Directors, Line of Business Managers, team members, Underwriters, the Claims Department, and the Syndicate. External relationships with contacts within the allocated intermediaries and customers. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Munich Re, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion foster innovation and resilience and enable us to act braver and better. We recognize that diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex. We aim to build a diverse workforce that includes various racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and provides equitable opportunities to succeed. Candidates can request reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process by contacting your Talent Acquisition representative. Our Commitment to Sustainability and Development Our ESG strategy is designed to seize business opportunities and foster an inclusive, stimulating work environment. We support local initiatives and offer volunteering opportunities for colleagues, focusing on environmental, social, and governance topics, including: Critical illness insurance, Life Assurance, Permanent Health Insurance Wellbeing and Development Scheme, EAP, Health Assessments (subject to eligibility) Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme Support for Study & Continuing Professional Development
About us At Munich Re Specialty - Global Markets (MRS-GM), it is our ambition to become the leading Primary Specialty Insurance provider, underpinned by an effective and adaptable strategy, superior products, and industry leaders working in a supportive environment to achieve this. At the heart of our success is a strong culture where people are encouraged to be present, bold, and curious, allowing them to achieve their individual goals. We are currently looking for an Underwriter to be based in our Manchester office on a full-time basis, reporting into the Underwriter & Team Leader. Your role is to achieve and maintain a profitable, well-balanced, and growing portfolio with allocated intermediaries and customers to assist in meeting the long-term trading objectives of the Company. Provide technical underwriting expertise and guidance to less experienced underwriting staff. Responsibilities: Work 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 to ensure work is completed efficiently. Develop strong relationships with allocated intermediaries, balancing intermediary needs with the Company's trading objectives to deliver profitable and balanced growth. Plan and process your work to help the team meet its customer service and credit control targets. Identify, define, and close business opportunities, seeking input from other staff when appropriate, to ensure swift and effective business proposals that secure business for the Company. Serve as a reference point on all issues for the allocated intermediary/customer or less experienced staff to ensure high customer service levels. Assist in maintaining a balanced, high-quality portfolio by optimising the use of gathered information. Undertake other duties as directed within the scope 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. Knowledge of the local market. Internal relationships with Executive Directors, Line of Business Managers, team members, Underwriters, the Claims Department, and the Syndicate. External relationships with contacts within the allocated intermediaries and customers. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Munich Re, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion foster innovation and resilience and enable us to act braver and better. We recognize that diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex. We aim to build a diverse workforce that includes various racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and provides equitable opportunities to succeed. Candidates can request reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process by contacting your Talent Acquisition representative. Our Commitment to Sustainability and Development Our ESG strategy is designed to seize business opportunities and foster an inclusive, stimulating work environment. We support local initiatives and offer volunteering opportunities for colleagues, focusing on environmental, social, and governance topics, including: Critical illness insurance, Life Assurance, Permanent Health Insurance Wellbeing and Development Scheme, EAP, Health Assessments (subject to eligibility) Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme Support for Study & Continuing Professional Development