Marine Insurance Specialist
Location: Dubai, UAE
Exclusive Partner: SeaMarque Ltd

About the Role
 
SeaMarque Ltd is the exclusive recruitment partner for a leading international shipping group experiencing rapid growth.
 
We are seeking a Marine Insurance Specialist to manage and optimise insurance coverage across its offshore vessel portfolio and associated marine projects. The role ensures robust protection of fleet operations, alignment with contractual liabilities, and effective management of offshore risk exposure.

Key Responsibilities

1. Insurance Portfolio & Coverage Management

• Support the administration of marine insurance covers including H&M, P&I, War Risks, AWRP, and KNR.
• Maintain insurance certificates and policy records, ensuring updates for ownership, valuation, mortgagee, and trading changes.
• Coordinate condition surveys and monitor vessel coverage adequacy in line with operational requirements.

2. Offshore & Contractual Risk Support

• Review offshore contracts (e.g. SUPPLYTIME, TOWCON) to assess insurance and liability exposures.
• Coordinate with operations and chartering teams to ensure contractual insurance obligations are met.
• Verify third-party vessel insurance compliance and escalate complex risk matters when required.

3. Recycling Voyage Insurance

• Assist in arranging H&M and P&I coverage for demolition or recycling voyages.
• Liaise with brokers and underwriters for quotations, comparisons, and placement documentation.

4. Claims Handling Support

• Coordinate claims processes with brokers, underwriters, surveyors, and P&I Clubs.
• Prepare claims documentation, maintain claims registers, and monitor settlement progress.
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders and escalate significant developments.

5. Broker & Underwriter Coordination

• Maintain relationships with brokers, underwriters, and insurance market counterparts.
• Support renewal submissions, underwriting presentations, and market analysis.
• Monitor premium trends and insurer feedback to support renewal strategies.

6. Compliance & Administration

• Support compliance with ISM, ISPS, and related maritime regulations.
• Maintain accurate insurance records and assist in identifying compliance gaps.
• Coordinate with legal, operations, and commercial teams on insurance-related matters.

  
Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Finance, Law, or related field.
• 3–6 years’ experience in marine insurance, P&I, or maritime operations.
• Strong understanding of H&M, P&I, War Risks, and marine insurance practices.
• Familiarity with TOWCON, SUPPLYTIME, MOA, and related maritime contracts is advantageous.
• Exposure to claims handling, survey coordination, or loss adjusting preferred.
• Shipowner-side or equivalent industry experience with established maritime insurance network preferred.

  
Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in reviewing contractual insurance provisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with insurance management systems is an advantage.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information.

Why Join?

• Be part of a global leader in the offshore support vessel sector.
• Attractive compensation and clear career growth opportunities.  

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