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The Marine team is currently writing business across most Marine classes including Liabilities, Ports and Terminals, War, Hull and Cargo. We are looking for an experienced Underwriter to join the Marine team in London, with a specific focus on Marine Liabilities. The portfolio will include a broad spectrum of liability exposures across marine and offshore sectors, written on both a primary and excess basis for a global client base including shipowners, operators, offshore contractors and associated marine industries. The successful candidate will play a key role in the execution of the Marine underwriting strategy, contributing to profitable growth, portfolio optimisation, and strengthening Canopius' market position in marine liabilities. You will operate with a level of underwriting authority, demonstrating disciplined risk selection, technical pricing expertise, and strong broker and client engagement, whilst contributing to the wider success of the Marine platform. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Marine Underwriting in executing the Marine Liabilities underwriting strategy aligned to business plan, risk appetite, and return targets Underwrite new and renewal marine liability risks within authority, ensuring disciplined risk selection and pricing adequacy Drive profitable growth through portfolio management, cycle awareness, and proactive identification of high-quality opportunities Assist with portfolioperformance monitoring, optimisation, and remediation where required Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships to enhance Canopius' market profile and access to business Demonstrate technical expertise across marine liability classes, including coverage structuring and wordings negotiation Collaborate closely with actuarial, claims, exposure management and reinsurance teams to inform underwriting decisions and portfolio strategy Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and underwriting governance standards Analyse portfolio performance, producing insight-led reporting to support decision-making Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement, challenging existing approaches where appropriate Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to capability development within the Marine team Maintain strong internal relationships across underwriting platforms and international offices to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing Represent Canopius in the market, including broker meetings, industry events, and client engagement Maintain up-to-date market knowledge, including emerging risks, legal developments, and competitor activity Skills and experience Significant experience within Marine Liability insurance, ideally within the Lloyd's or London Market Strong technical capability in risk assessment, pricing, and policy structuring Established broker relationships and credible market presence Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and portfolio performance metrics Excellent communication and negotiation skills (written and verbal) Commercial mindset with a focus on delivering sustainable profitability High attention to detail and strong organisational capability Collaborative approach with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions Cultivates and maintains positive relationships with relevant internal or external stakeholders, effectively involving and communicating with them to drive collaboration, support, and alignment towards shared goals. Collaboration and teamwork: Works effectively with team, project or other work groups or those outside formal line of authority to accomplish goals. Actively participates as a member of a team; develops and builds cohesive team relations to produce required outputs; possesses knowledge and understanding of colleagues work. Adapting to change: Adjusts thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to handle new, challenging, or complex situations; embracing change as a growth opportunity when working within new work structures, processes, regulations, or requirements. Analyses current and future state business requirements and identify strategies to continuously improve products, services or processes. Guide and inspire others to achieve results to enhance efficiency, quality and consistency. Creates, develops and implements new ideas to enhance new or improved processes, systems, solutions, products or services; tries different and novel ways to deal with problems and opportunities. Resilience The ability to cope with and recover from setbacks, challenges or difficulty. Persevering even under pressure or crisis situations and uses ways that foster strength and growth, often emerging stronger than before. Future Focused Anticipates changes in regulations, technology and client needs, proactively responding to key trends happening in the industry. Thinks about the future through identifying opportunities and obstacles whilst planning effectively. About Us Our benefits We offer all employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on their whole wellbeing. hybrid working competitive base salary non-contributory pension discretionary bonus insurances including health (family) and dental cover many other benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health About Canopius Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer. We are one of the leading insurers in the Lloyd's of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda. At Canopius we foster a distinctive, positive culture which enables us to bring our whole selves to work to flourish as people, and build a business which delivers profitable, sustainable results. Based in incredible new offices in the heart of the City of London, Canopius operates a flexible, hybrid working model and is committed to providing an environment that challenges employees to be their best and where everyone's unique contributions are recognised, valued and respected. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion or beliefs, marital or caring status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage and welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Please let us know if you require any information in an alternate format or any other reasonable adjustments.
The Marine team is currently writing business across most Marine classes including Liabilities, Ports and Terminals, War, Hull and Cargo. We are looking for an experienced Underwriter to join the Marine team in London, with a specific focus on Marine Liabilities. The portfolio will include a broad spectrum of liability exposures across marine and offshore sectors, written on both a primary and excess basis for a global client base including shipowners, operators, offshore contractors and associated marine industries. The successful candidate will play a key role in the execution of the Marine underwriting strategy, contributing to profitable growth, portfolio optimisation, and strengthening Canopius' market position in marine liabilities. You will operate with a level of underwriting authority, demonstrating disciplined risk selection, technical pricing expertise, and strong broker and client engagement, whilst contributing to the wider success of the Marine platform. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Marine Underwriting in executing the Marine Liabilities underwriting strategy aligned to business plan, risk appetite, and return targets Underwrite new and renewal marine liability risks within authority, ensuring disciplined risk selection and pricing adequacy Drive profitable growth through portfolio management, cycle awareness, and proactive identification of high-quality opportunities Assist with portfolioperformance monitoring, optimisation, and remediation where required Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships to enhance Canopius' market profile and access to business Demonstrate technical expertise across marine liability classes, including coverage structuring and wordings negotiation Collaborate closely with actuarial, claims, exposure management and reinsurance teams to inform underwriting decisions and portfolio strategy Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and underwriting governance standards Analyse portfolio performance, producing insight-led reporting to support decision-making Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement, challenging existing approaches where appropriate Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to capability development within the Marine team Maintain strong internal relationships across underwriting platforms and international offices to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing Represent Canopius in the market, including broker meetings, industry events, and client engagement Maintain up-to-date market knowledge, including emerging risks, legal developments, and competitor activity Skills and experience Significant experience within Marine Liability insurance, ideally within the Lloyd's or London Market Strong technical capability in risk assessment, pricing, and policy structuring Established broker relationships and credible market presence Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and portfolio performance metrics Excellent communication and negotiation skills (written and verbal) Commercial mindset with a focus on delivering sustainable profitability High attention to detail and strong organisational capability Collaborative approach with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions Cultivates and maintains positive relationships with relevant internal or external stakeholders, effectively involving and communicating with them to drive collaboration, support, and alignment towards shared goals. Collaboration and teamwork: Works effectively with team, project or other work groups or those outside formal line of authority to accomplish goals. Actively participates as a member of a team; develops and builds cohesive team relations to produce required outputs; possesses knowledge and understanding of colleagues work. Adapting to change: Adjusts thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to handle new, challenging, or complex situations; embracing change as a growth opportunity when working within new work structures, processes, regulations, or requirements. Analyses current and future state business requirements and identify strategies to continuously improve products, services or processes. Guide and inspire others to achieve results to enhance efficiency, quality and consistency. Creates, develops and implements new ideas to enhance new or improved processes, systems, solutions, products or services; tries different and novel ways to deal with problems and opportunities. Resilience The ability to cope with and recover from setbacks, challenges or difficulty. Persevering even under pressure or crisis situations and uses ways that foster strength and growth, often emerging stronger than before. Future Focused Anticipates changes in regulations, technology and client needs, proactively responding to key trends happening in the industry. Thinks about the future through identifying opportunities and obstacles whilst planning effectively. About Us Our benefits We offer all employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on their whole wellbeing. hybrid working competitive base salary non-contributory pension discretionary bonus insurances including health (family) and dental cover many other benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health About Canopius Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer. We are one of the leading insurers in the Lloyd's of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda. At Canopius we foster a distinctive, positive culture which enables us to bring our whole selves to work to flourish as people, and build a business which delivers profitable, sustainable results. Based in incredible new offices in the heart of the City of London, Canopius operates a flexible, hybrid working model and is committed to providing an environment that challenges employees to be their best and where everyone's unique contributions are recognised, valued and respected. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion or beliefs, marital or caring status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage and welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds. We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Please let us know if you require any information in an alternate format or any other reasonable adjustments.
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The Role The Marine team writes business across most Marine classes including Liabilities, Cargo, Ports and Terminals, War and Hull. We are looking for an Underwriter to join the Marine team in London, helping to underwrite the cargo account. Our portfolio is a worldwide general cargo account covering transit and storage. Coverage is for physical damage and in some segments, financial consequences. We write primary and excess business. The successful candidate will work with the team in the execution of the Marine underwriting strategy, contributing to profitable growth and strengthening Canopius' market position in marine cargo, particularly in our leadership proposition.They will operate with a level of underwriting authority, demonstrating disciplined risk selection, technical pricing expertise, strong broker and client engagement and a leadership profile. Key Responsibilities Work with the team in executing the Marine cargo underwriting strategy aligned to business plan, risk appetite, and return targets Underwrite new and renewal cargo risks including the ability to lead, whilst ,ensuring disciplined risk selection and pricing adequacy With the team, drive profitable growth through portfolio management, cycle awareness, and proactive identification of high-quality opportunities Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships to enhance Canopius' market profile and access to business Demonstrate technical expertise across the cargo book including coverage structuring and wordings negotiation Collaborate closely with actuarial, claims, exposure management and reinsurance teams to inform underwriting decisions and portfolio strategy Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and underwriting governance standards Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement, challenging existing approaches where appropriate Support and mentor junior team members, as applicable, contributing to capability development within the Marine team Maintain strong internal relationships across underwriting platforms and international offices to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing Represent Canopius in the market, including broker meetings, industry events, and client engagement Maintain up-to-date market knowledge, including emerging risks, legal developments, and competitor activity Skills and Experience Significant underwriting experience within Marine cargo insurance, ideally within the Lloyd's or London Market Proven track record of managing and growing a profitable portfolio with demonstrable underwriting discipline Strong technical capability in risk assessment, pricing, and policy structuring Established broker relationships and credible market presence Ability to operate autonomously with strong decision-making capability within authority limits Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and portfolio performance metrics Excellent communication and negotiation skills (written and verbal) Commercial mindset with a focus on delivering sustainable profitability High attention to detail and strong organisational capability Collaborative approach with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions
The Role The Marine team writes business across most Marine classes including Liabilities, Cargo, Ports and Terminals, War and Hull. We are looking for an Underwriter to join the Marine team in London, helping to underwrite the cargo account. Our portfolio is a worldwide general cargo account covering transit and storage. Coverage is for physical damage and in some segments, financial consequences. We write primary and excess business. The successful candidate will work with the team in the execution of the Marine underwriting strategy, contributing to profitable growth and strengthening Canopius' market position in marine cargo, particularly in our leadership proposition.They will operate with a level of underwriting authority, demonstrating disciplined risk selection, technical pricing expertise, strong broker and client engagement and a leadership profile. Key Responsibilities Work with the team in executing the Marine cargo underwriting strategy aligned to business plan, risk appetite, and return targets Underwrite new and renewal cargo risks including the ability to lead, whilst ,ensuring disciplined risk selection and pricing adequacy With the team, drive profitable growth through portfolio management, cycle awareness, and proactive identification of high-quality opportunities Build and maintain strong broker and client relationships to enhance Canopius' market profile and access to business Demonstrate technical expertise across the cargo book including coverage structuring and wordings negotiation Collaborate closely with actuarial, claims, exposure management and reinsurance teams to inform underwriting decisions and portfolio strategy Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and underwriting governance standards Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement, challenging existing approaches where appropriate Support and mentor junior team members, as applicable, contributing to capability development within the Marine team Maintain strong internal relationships across underwriting platforms and international offices to ensure consistency and knowledge sharing Represent Canopius in the market, including broker meetings, industry events, and client engagement Maintain up-to-date market knowledge, including emerging risks, legal developments, and competitor activity Skills and Experience Significant underwriting experience within Marine cargo insurance, ideally within the Lloyd's or London Market Proven track record of managing and growing a profitable portfolio with demonstrable underwriting discipline Strong technical capability in risk assessment, pricing, and policy structuring Established broker relationships and credible market presence Ability to operate autonomously with strong decision-making capability within authority limits Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and portfolio performance metrics Excellent communication and negotiation skills (written and verbal) Commercial mindset with a focus on delivering sustainable profitability High attention to detail and strong organisational capability Collaborative approach with the ability to influence stakeholders across functions
QBE Insurance Group
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee Pricing Actuary London Permanent (Hybrid) About QBE At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.What if you could have a positive impact - at work and in the of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion. The opportunity We've an opportunity for a Pricing Actuary to join our Data Science Pricing team in London. The role will include creating future focussed processes and tools that will help both Marine and the wider pricing transformation. It will give you exposure to the London Market, with the world's largest and most complex insurance risks.Our vision is to be the market leading Pricing Data Science team, working with Underwriters to deliver profitable business, investing in the development of every team member to build expertise in both insurance and data science and providing them with the tools and data that they need to be excellent in their roles. Your New Role: Work with the Marine Pricing Data Science lead and build strong relationships with Marine underwriters working in the European and Lloyd's markets. Be responsible for the on-going development of Marine models used by the various Marine underwriting teams (covering Cargo, P&I, Hull, Liability, Ports & Terminals, Specie and War). Work on the case pricing of larger risks and binders Fuse new data science techniques with traditional pricing methods to help form a market leading team of pricing data science professionals. Provide support and guidance to junior members of the Marine Pricing Data Science team About You: Knowledge and experience of working in General Insurance; specific experience within Marine classes (Cargo, Hull, P&I, etc.) is advantageous Qualified / Nearly qualified actuary, or a similar mathematical or scientific qualification backed up by relevant experience in the insurance industry Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset Willingness and desire to learn new skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects A quantitative undergraduate degree Experience in using Excel, Python, R, SQL or other programming languages Perks: Work for a world leading insurer alongside experts in pricing, data science, insurance underwriting, claims, and information technology Develop and deploy industry leading pricing and machine learning models into a $5 Billion book of business Invest in your personal development with support to train and learn new skills Utilise high quality data science lab environments including QBE's Google Cloud Platform Exposure to the London Market: the world's largest and most complex insurance risks, and gain exposure to UK, European insurance, and Reinsurance sectors. Competitive compensation, pension, training, and benefits. Study support for actuarial exams and other relevant professional qualifications Benefits We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from: 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working -balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family. Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad -you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.To find out more visit our Reward Page Awards & Recognition We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards: Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award 2025 at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our program Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star EmployeeYou can view all our awards Apply now and let's make it happen! If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it. Skills: Actuarial Science, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration Tools, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Data Quality Assessments, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Price Modelling, Pricing Strategies, Programming Languages, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Working IndependentlyHow to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee Pricing Actuary London Permanent (Hybrid) About QBE At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.We're an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries - which means we're big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It's an exciting time. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.What if you could have a positive impact - at work and in the of the QBE team, you'll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role.QBE may consider sponsorship at its discretion. The opportunity We've an opportunity for a Pricing Actuary to join our Data Science Pricing team in London. The role will include creating future focussed processes and tools that will help both Marine and the wider pricing transformation. It will give you exposure to the London Market, with the world's largest and most complex insurance risks.Our vision is to be the market leading Pricing Data Science team, working with Underwriters to deliver profitable business, investing in the development of every team member to build expertise in both insurance and data science and providing them with the tools and data that they need to be excellent in their roles. Your New Role: Work with the Marine Pricing Data Science lead and build strong relationships with Marine underwriters working in the European and Lloyd's markets. Be responsible for the on-going development of Marine models used by the various Marine underwriting teams (covering Cargo, P&I, Hull, Liability, Ports & Terminals, Specie and War). Work on the case pricing of larger risks and binders Fuse new data science techniques with traditional pricing methods to help form a market leading team of pricing data science professionals. Provide support and guidance to junior members of the Marine Pricing Data Science team About You: Knowledge and experience of working in General Insurance; specific experience within Marine classes (Cargo, Hull, P&I, etc.) is advantageous Qualified / Nearly qualified actuary, or a similar mathematical or scientific qualification backed up by relevant experience in the insurance industry Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset Willingness and desire to learn new skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects A quantitative undergraduate degree Experience in using Excel, Python, R, SQL or other programming languages Perks: Work for a world leading insurer alongside experts in pricing, data science, insurance underwriting, claims, and information technology Develop and deploy industry leading pricing and machine learning models into a $5 Billion book of business Invest in your personal development with support to train and learn new skills Utilise high quality data science lab environments including QBE's Google Cloud Platform Exposure to the London Market: the world's largest and most complex insurance risks, and gain exposure to UK, European insurance, and Reinsurance sectors. Competitive compensation, pension, training, and benefits. Study support for actuarial exams and other relevant professional qualifications Benefits We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from: 30 days holiday a year with the option to buy up to 2 additional days. Flexible working -balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all, this can include part-time, job share and compressed hours. Pension - you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan, which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary. Private medical insurance - we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family. Family friendly policies - we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation or how you become a parent. Short term remote work abroad -you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad. Sustainable investing - we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial, environmental, and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions in carbon footprint, by investing more in green businesses than the broader market, so your savings are looking after the planet's future, as well as your own. Cycle-to-Work - benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper, select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of £5,000.To find out more visit our Reward Page Awards & Recognition We value our employee's experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards: Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award 2025 at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our program Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year, Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star EmployeeYou can view all our awards Apply now and let's make it happen! If you're looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it. Skills: Actuarial Science, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration Tools, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Data Quality Assessments, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Price Modelling, Pricing Strategies, Programming Languages, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Working IndependentlyHow to Apply:To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.