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Cargo Underwriter

The Emerald Group Ltd, Search and Selection

Location:
United Kingdom , Leeds

Category:
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Job Description:

They are currently looking for a Cargo Underwriter to be based in their Leeds office on a full-time basis, reporting into the Underwriter & Team Leader.

Job Responsibility:

Undertaking end-to-end handling for the allocated portfolio to deliver the agreed joint business development plans in line with the Company’s overall trading strategy
Make effective decisions, within delegated authority, for allocated intermediaries so that work is completed efficiently
Working with the underwriting team, develop strong relationships with allocated intermediaries, balancing intermediary needs with the Company’s trading objective in a way that will deliver profitable and balanced trading growth
Plan and process own work in a way that will assist the team to meet its customer service targets including credit control targets

Requirements:

High level of underwriting knowledge
Understanding of technical underwriting, philosophy and Company trading strategy
Ability to interpret and effectively use management information
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of the local market
Internal relationships with Line of Business Managers, team members, Underwriters, the Claims Department and the Syndicate
External relationships with a range of contacts within the allocated intermediaries and customers

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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