Job Description I am working with a well-established ship management company headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, managing a substantial and diverse fleet of over 170 vessels including tankers, LPG carriers, bulkers, containers and multipurpose vessels. The company offers comprehensive technical, crewing, insurance, legal and commercial management services on a global scale.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will join the Insurance & Legal team to manage marine insurance claims, primarily Hull & Machinery (H&M) and Protection & Indemnity (P&I). The role involves close coordination with insurers, legal advisors, and internal departments to ensure accurate and timely claims handling and resolution.

Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of H&M and P&I claims, including documentation, negotiation, settlement and follow-up. Interpret and review marine insurance policies to identify coverage scope, obligations and exclusions. Liaise with surveyors, P&I correspondents, technical teams and legal experts to support claims handling. Maintain comprehensive and accurate claim files, correspondence and reporting for internal use and insurers. Deliver regular updates and insights to internal stakeholders on claim status, cost exposure and trends. Monitor developments in maritime law, insurance practices and international compliance standards. Support ongoing improvements in claims processes, procedures and risk mitigation efforts. Provide legal or insurance-related assistance as required across operations. Candidate Profile Experience: At least 3 years in P&I or H&M claims, ideally within a shipowner, ship management company, or marine insurer. Education: Degree in Law, Maritime Studies, Insurance or a related discipline; a postgraduate qualification in Maritime Law is a strong asset. Excellent organisational, analytical and reporting skills. Clear and confident communicator with strong negotiation and stakeholder management ability. Proactive, reliable and able to manage multiple priorities in a demanding and fast-paced international setting. What’s on Offer Competitive salary of €55,000–€60,000 per annum depending on experience. Permanent, full-time position based in Limassol. Opportunity to work within a large-scale international operation handling complex claims. Supportive, collaborative working culture with room for professional development and progression. Exposure to a broad mix of vessel types and international maritime insurance matters.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, please quote “Claims Handler / Insurance Officer – Limassol” in the subject line and I will be in touch to discuss the position further. All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

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