Marine Cargo Account Executive

WTW group; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Ipswich is seeking an experienced professional to manage and broker Cargo insurance accounts. This role requires strong negotiation skills with UK and international markets to deliver tailored client solutions while ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in Cargo Insurance Broking or Underwriting, necessary analytical abilities, and excellent communication skills. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package encouraging professional growth and balance, including a hybrid working option and 25 days of annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Electric vehicle car scheme

Dental cover

Optical cover

Cycle-to-work programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Cargo Insurance Broking or Underwriting.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to manage relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and broker Cargo insurance accounts.
• Negotiate placements with UK and international markets.
• Prepare client presentations and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Technical skills

Analytical abilities

Interpersonal skills

IT skills (Word, Excel)

Job description

Description

Summary: This role involves managing and broking Cargo insurance accounts, requiring strong technical expertise and relationship-building skills. The successful candidate will negotiate placements with UK and international markets, deliver tailored client solutions, and support new business development while ensuring compliance. Proven experience in Cargo Insurance Broking or Underwriting, excellent communication, and strong analytical abilities are essential.

The Role:

• Responsible for all aspects of handling and broking Cargo accounts
• Ability to understand a client or prospect’s business, coverage requirements and key issues
• Ability to manage relationships and negotiate placement with the relevant (re)insurance markets
• Prepare client / prospect and market presentations and documentation
• Determine appropriate solutions, structuring and pricing
• Identify appropriate markets and determine placing strategy
• Create and grow relationships with underwriters in UK and international markets
• Assist with the department’s sales processes and the development of new business
• Ensure ongoing compliance with WTW guidelines and procedures
• Ensure good relationships and communication with other WTW associates
• Understand and use relevant WTW systems
• Provide the highest level of customer service to existing and new clients, maintaining profitable revenue and supporting the sales process for upselling and cross selling

Qualifications

What you’ll bring

• A proven track record in Cargo Insurance Broking or Underwriting
• Good communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent technical skills
• Ability to assimilate and apply large volumes of information rapidly
• Negotiation skills coupled with the ability to be flexible and innovative
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• Able to prioritise, manage deadlines and work under pressure
• Comfortable explaining complex concepts and making recommendations to clients/client servicing teams
• Ability to adapt personal style to work effectively with a wide range of clients, colleagues and underwriters
• Must be prepared to work with integrity and openness, complying at all times with FCA and WTW requirements
• Good IT skills with excellent Word and Excel usage capability

What We Offer

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail]