Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist

6 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time

Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist
Play a key role in launching a specialist marine insurance division
Bedfordview, Johannesburg | R15 000 

About Our Client
This boutique insurance brokerage is expanding its specialist offerings and is building a dedicated Marine & Cargo division. With a strong foundation in technical insurance solutions, the team is known for personalised service and industry expertise. This is an opportunity to help shape a new business vertical within a growing organisation.

The Role: Marine & Cargo Insurance Specialist
This role exists to drive the growth of a new marine and freight-forwarding insurance division. You'll lead the development of a client base, deliver technical insurance solutions, and support marine claims — all while working closely with underwriters and logistics partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Minimum 3–5 years' experience in marine, cargo, or logistics insurance

  • Build and expand the marine and cargo insurance portfolio

  • Identify and secure business from freight forwarders, exporters, transporters, and logistics providers

  • Conduct detailed marine risk assessments (e.g. commodity, voyage, packaging)

  • Present and negotiate insurance solutions, including GIT, Marine Cargo, Stock Throughput, and Freight Liability

  • Build strong relationships with marine underwriters and insurers

  • Advise clients on Incoterms, liability exposures, and claims processes

  • Support marine claims and assist with required documentation

About You

  • 3+ years in marine, cargo, or logistics-related insurance

  • Strong understanding of marine risk, Incoterms, and liability structures

  • Skilled in client engagement, technical solutioning, and insurance sales

  • Confident managing claims and advising on documentation

  • Proactive, analytical, and comfortable in a start-up-like environment

  • Advantageous: Knowledge of Marine Hull or related high-complexity risks

If you're looking to take ownership of a new division and bring your marine insurance expertise into a strategic, client-facing role — this is your next step.

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