We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to serve as the new Head of Hull Underwriting Oslo. This is a key role in developing our Hull business, in collaboration with all Skuld offices globally, and especially with the London Hull colleagues. We are looking for candidates who can lead and oversee complex risks and independently create new business within our underwriting and business development framework.

Your responsibilities

In this position, you will:

Actively and effectively promote Skuld and our products to new and existing members, brokers and markets in close collaboration with Skuld Business Units globally.
Develop and maintain business relationships in line with Skuld’s business development strategy
Ensure that Skuld is seen as the preferred choice for brokers and clients
Deliver positive business development through active external market activities
Deliver a long-term positive technical underwriting result from new and existing members, assureds, brokers and markets
Drive cross-functional collaboration across Claims, Underwriting, Legal, Loss Prevention, and other relevant functions to deliver integrated solutions
Ensure compliance with Skuld’s Policies, Instructions and Guidelines
Be the team leader for the hull underwriters in Oslo and Piraeus
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior colleagues, support their development and strengthen a learning culture

Qualifications:

This role requires an independent, forward-leaning approach, with a strong drive to build client relationships and develop new business opportunities. We are looking for an experienced Underwriter who can lead and work together with a competent team.

Key qualifications are:

Leadership skills in managing change and can effectively lead through others to achieve strategic goals
The ability to coach colleagues and lead by example
Can quickly take on board Skuld's strategy, goals and business needs, and will have an advanced grasp of Skuld's core processes
Understanding of market dynamics and staying informed on industry trends
At least 10 years of relevant work experience
Fluent in English and Scandinavian language, both spoken and written, at a highly professional level
Can demonstrate alignment with Skuld’s values

Why Skuld?

If you want to be part of the maritime community and a highly international environment, Skuld is the perfect place. At Skuld, you will be close to the business, have hands-on responsibilities, and have excellent opportunities for both personal and professional development. We focus on service and quality in everything we do and constantly develop our business to meet the future needs of shipowners, the offshore and energy sector, charterers and traders, and the superyacht community.

We offer competitive benefits, a social workplace in a team-oriented organisation with more than 350 highly skilled and engaged employees. We are proud to have a strong focus on sound work-life balance, empowerment, flexibility, and trust. Together, we build an inclusive and diverse workplace with equal opportunities regardless of gender, age, nationality, race, or other personal factors.

Are you ready to join the Skuld team? We review applications continuously, so feel free to submit your application today and no later than 8 March.

Instead of a cover letter, we invite you to answer a few specific questions that help us better understand your background and motivation for applying.

For further details, please contact Global Deputy Head of Hull Carl Morten Sundin at carl.morten.sundin@skuld.com.

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