Are you recently qualified with a degree in Shipping and Logistics or Maritime Law and interested to work in the field of marine insurance? Then, you should spend some time reading this. 

Our operation is divided into four teams and one of them is located in Göteborg. Each team is responsible for members (clients) within a certain geographical area and delivers high quality services in relation to the classes of insurance offered. The claims executives are responsible for investigating and handling claims and for providing advice to members regarding insurance cover, nautical or legal matters related to the insurance.

Work Description

As a Trainee you will assist the claims executives generally and you will be introduced to and obtain training in the following areas:

• P&I Rules
• Hull & Machinery Insurance conditions and clauses
• Investigating claims
• Assessing proper reserves
• Appointing surveyors and other representatives and reviewing reports
• Assessing liability
• Negotiate with opponents
• Adjusting claims

As a member of The Swedish Club staff we can promise an international and stimulating business environment. Ships trading on a worldwide basis continuously offer new situations and a changing legal environment puts increasing demands on the insurance. As a result, we need to offer a service characterised by high skills and a professional approach. Our core values Proactive, Committed and Reliable are important guiding stars in our daily work. 

Place of work and period of trainee ship 

The place of work is our head office in Göteborg. The traineeship starts in January 2016 and lasts for one year. A trainee salary will be paid. Unless you already live in the Gothenburg area, you must arrange for your own accommodation.

Qualifications

The trainee position is offered to you who is recently qualified with either a degree in Shipping & Logistics or Law (including Maritime Law). Understanding of marine insurance, maritime law or nautical matters are useful qualifications. Experience from studying or working abroad is also an advantage. You have to speak English fluently and express yourself accurately in writing. Good command of the Swedish language is an advantage.

We are looking for a service minded and open person with a positive attitude and pro-active work style. 

Applications together with CV should be received by us by 23 October (applications received after close of business will not be considered) and be addressed to: hw.dahlsten@swedishclub.com 

For further information please see www.swedishclub.com or feel free to contact Johan Kahlmeter: +46 31 638 411, Maria Berndtsson: +46 638 440 or Helena Wallerius Dahlsten: +46 31 – 638 432.

The Swedish Club is a leading marine mutual insurer, head-quartered in Göteborg, Sweden, with offices in Hong Kong, Oslo, Piraeus, Tokyo and London. The Swedish Club was established in 1872 and today we employ about 100 staff members. We offer P&I, FD&D, Marine & Energy and various ancillary covers for selected clients. The Club is a member of the International Group of P&I Clubs.