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As key contributor to UPS Capital’s Digital Customer Experience Strategy in the UK a highly engaged, business focused and innovative Marine Underwriter will make the difference!

Do you want to work in a dynamic start-up and team centric environment that combines flexibility and development opportunities with the advantages of a global logistics player? Are you excited about driving profitable business results by closely collaborating with our in house Sales team?  Do you see your future in a leadership role that creates the framework for establishing a UPS Capital Underwriting team in the UK?

What you’ll do

• Underwrite all UK cargo marine risks based upon strategic business goals for both book and new customers
• Collaborate closely with Sales through all phases of underwriting to ensure seamless customer experience
• Implement and monitor adherence to Underwriting framework / set guidelines within own department
• Ensure continuous improvement of direct reports and self by developing and executing on development plans to ensure quality levels are obtained
• Audit employee’s Underwriting proposals
• Process complex and large deals from submittal to issuing proposals
• Support policy modifications and renewals for existing customers
• Investigate customer shipping background and behaviors

What you’ll need

• Cargo Insurance underwriting experience is a Must Have requirement
• Strong communication skills including the ability to handle challenging situations
• Fluent in English, additional language skills beneficial
• Detailed oriented with strong analytical skills
• Proficient MS-Office – especially Word and Excel skills
• Educated to Degree level

What you’ll get
Industry-leading training will build on your existing talents plus opportunities to develop your professional and technical job specific education. You can also look forward to a competitive salary, annual bonus and excellent benefits including pension scheme and discounts at major retailers (like Apple), cinemas and attractions such as Alton Towers or The London Eye. We offer our employees individual hybrid working models that combine the ease of working from at home with the advantages of working in one of our office locations in the UK.

About UPS Capital
UPS Capital is one of the fastest growing business units of UPS which provides risk mitigation and financial solutions for businesses of all sizes and industries.

How we recruit:

At UPS, equal opportunities, fair treatment and an inclusive workplace environment are of utmost importance. We are committed to a policy of treating individuals fairly and recruiting, selecting, training, promoting and compensating based on merit, experience and other work–related criteria. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, race, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.