Marine Insurance Broker

The Marine Insurance Broker places and services a portfolio of marine risks for UAE and regional clients. The role combines deep knowledge of the local insurance market with access to international reinsurance capacity, to secure competitive terms and grow marine income for the business.

• Place and renew marine risks across hull and machinery, war risks, P&I, cargo, marine liabilities and yachts.
• Prepare clear market submissions, negotiate terms and present options with recommendations to clients.
• Place risks with UAE-licensed insurers and structure facultative reinsurance support where local capacity or terms fall short.
• Access international reinsurance markets, including Lloyd's, London company markets and regional hubs, directly or through placing partners.

• Manage a portfolio of shipowners, ship managers, yacht owners, traders and logistics clients.
• Act as the main day-to-day contact, including renewals, endorsements and mid-term changes.
• Review clients' contracts, charter parties and financing documents for insurance requirements, such as loss payee and assignment clauses.
• Guide clients through claims notification and handling, working with insurers, adjusters and surveyors.
• Escalate and advocate on complex or disputed claims.

• Ensure placements comply with Central Bank of the UAE regulations, sanctions requirements and internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, cover notes, policy documents and placement files in the broking system.
• Support the Head of Marine with reporting, renewal planning and portfolio reviews.

• At least 5 years' experience in marine insurance broking or underwriting in the UAE.
• Strong knowledge of the UAE insurance market, including its leading marine insurers,local practices and regulatory framework.
• Proven experience placing or structuring business with international reinsurance markets, such as Lloyd's, London, European and Asian reinsurers.
• Working knowledge of marine policy forms, including Institute Clauses, Nordic Plan and International Group P&I club rules.

• Chartered Insurance Institute qualification (Cert CII, Dip CII or ACII) or equivalent.
• Existing relationships with regional insurers and international reinsurers.
• Experience with Commercial and yacht insurance, ship finance requirements or marine