Job Description
Latsco (London) Ltd., located in Central London (West End) and representing a fleet of Product, Crude Oil Tankers, LPG, LNG, Containers and Dry bulk vessels is looking to recruit an Insurance Assistant for a fixed term contract, minimum 12 months. The position is based in London.
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Latsco Shipping was originally established in the 1940s when the company’s founder, Captain John Latsis, first ventured into passenger and commercial shipping. In line with our core values we strive for business excellence and customer satisfaction, maintaining the ethos, passion and vision of our founder. We care about our people and their wellbeing and nurture a fair culture that promotes equal opportunities, continuous development and participation, being a Great Place to Work Certified Company. We are headquartered in Monaco with offices in London and Athens.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Reviewing, checking, and processing in Document Management System insurance related invoices, claims deductibles, insurance premiums (debits and credits) and ad hoc insurance costs as well as facilitating accounts and keeping Financial Reporting department updated.
- Assisting the Insurance Manager with renewals, reviewing and saving documentation, comparing expiring and new policy wordings and ensuring relevant filing
- Liaising with brokers, insurers and other related parties
- Working closely with the Chartering and Operations department dealing with critical time sensitive enquiries.
- General handling of claims, including but not limited to:
- Acknowledging new claims, engaging with P&I Club, Correspondents, lawyers or brokers under the supervision and guidance of the Insurance Manager
- Monitoring open claims and liaising with related company departments to collate and prepare reimbursement for insurers.
- Electronic filing of claims and ensuring Company’s filing system is always up to date
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Up to 2 years of marine insurance experience (broking house, owner’s office or P&I Club)
- Educated to Bachelor Degree level
- Excellent command in written and spoken English
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and related software
- Organisational skills and attention to detail
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Analytical and numerical skills
- Team player
REMUNERATION PACKAGE
- Competitive compensation package including performance related annual bonus
- Medical scheme
- Learning opportunities in a high standards working environment
All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.