Underwriter – Cargo & Yacht

Ref: 44643

Underwriter – Cargo & Yacht (MGA – London based)

Base salary: £75,000–£110,000 (DOE)
Location: London
Employment type: Permanent

An established and fast?growing MGA is seeking a Cargo & Yacht Underwriter to join its Marine team. This is an excellent opportunity to underwrite within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment where decision?making is fast, collaboration is strong, and underwriters are empowered to shape the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite risks across Cargo and Yacht lines within delegated authority.
• Cultivate strong broker relationships across the London Market to drive profitable growth.
• Support ongoing portfolio development and contribute to the MGA’s wider Marine strategy.
• Work closely with senior members of the team on underwriting approach and market positioning.

Requirements

• Around 5 years of underwriting experience within the London Market.
• Strong technical understanding of Cargo and/or Yacht risks.
• Experience operating within an MGA or carrier environment 
• Comfortable working in a fast?paced, agile setting with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong communication and relationship?building skills.

Ideal for Career Progression

The position is also well?suited to a high?performing Assistant Underwriter in Marine (Cargo and/or Yacht) who is ready to step up into a full underwriting role. Support and development will be provided.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary between £75,000 and £110,000, depending on experience.
• The opportunity to work in a high?growth MGA environment with genuine autonomy and strong mentorship
• Clear progression and the chance to make a tangible impact on a growing Marine portfolio.

Bruin recognises the positive value of diversity, and aims to promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. As a champion of equal opportunity employment we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as these groups are underrepresented throughout the financial services industry. Our clients work with us because they value a diverse workforce, and subscribe to our shared principle that all appointments are made on merit and that ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.