Senior Broker – Europe

A leading international insurance brokerage firm is seeking a strategic and well-connected Senior Broker to join their dynamic team in a key European market hub.
 
You will play a pivotal role in expanding and managing strategic insurance portfolios within the marine and logistics sectors, leveraging deep market insights and an extensive professional network.
 
This is a rare chance to work for a strong financially backed employer with great commission sharing opportunities.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a sophisticated portfolio of marine and logistics insurance clients, focusing on strategic relationship building and comprehensive risk management
• Leverage extensive market knowledge to identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities in marine insurance sectors
• Design and negotiate complex insurance programs tailored to client’s specific risk profiles, including commission-based compensation structures
• Coordinate co-brokering arrangements with partner firms to maximize client coverage and market penetration
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, tracking industry trends, event insights, and sector-specific market intelligence
• Manage end-to-end client engagement, from initial risk assessment to policy placement and ongoing account management
• Prepare comprehensive proposal documents, risk reports, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key underwriters, insurers, and industry stakeholders
• Develop innovative insurance solutions that address complex risk challenges in marine and logistics industries

 
Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of proven experience in marine insurance brokerage, with a strong track record of business development
• Extensive network and deep understanding of marine insurance market dynamics (with a preference for the Western/Central European market)
• Demonstrated ability to generate and close high-value insurance opportunities
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven capability to build and maintain strategic client relationships
• Proven experience in co-brokering arrangements and collaborative business models
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex market data and trends
• Advanced degree in Business, Finance, Maritime Studies, or related field preferred
• Fluency in English; additional European language skills highly advantageous
• Proven success in commission-based compensation environments
• Advanced negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to operate at senior executive levels

 
Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strategic thinker with a comprehensive understanding of marine industry risks
• Well-connected professional with a robust industry network
• Capable of translating market insights into actionable business strategies
• Comfortable in dynamic, fast-paced professional environments
• Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and relationship management capabilities