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Claims Executive - Marine and Shipping Insurance

Confidential company · Hamburg · Posted Jul 15, 2026

Public summary

A well-established international shipping and insurance company is seeking a Claims Executive to manage Hull and Machinery as well as Loss of Hire claims. The role involves liaising with customers and surveyors, overseeing salvage contracts, and maintaining damage statistics. Candidates should have a degree or apprenticeship in marine insurance or shipping, at least five years of relevant claims handling experience, strong communication and negotiation skills, and fluency in written and spoken business English. The company offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and an attractive benefits package, including a pleasant office atmosphere and access to in-house facilities.

Location and work setup

Location
Hamburg
Remote status
On-site
German requirement signal
No German Required Detected
Detected job language
English

Responsibilities

Processing Hull and Machinery and Loss of Hire Claims; liaising with customers, average adjusters, and surveyors; defending and settling recoveries; nominating and supervising salvage contracts; issuing and maintaining damage statistics.

Qualifications

Successful apprenticeship or degree in (marine) insurance and/or shipping; minimum five years experience handling Hull & Machinery Claims or similar role; strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to work well in a team; fluent written and spoken business English.

Skills

Hull and Machinery Claims Processing Loss of Hire Claims Customer Liaison Claims Settlement Salvage Contract Supervision Damage Statistics Maintenance Communication Skills Negotiation Skills Teamwork Business English