Insurance Mergers and Acquisitions Specialist

1 month ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Willis Towers Watson Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Insurance Mergers and Acquisitions Specialist to join our Australian-based team at Willis Towers Watson.

Job Description

The successful candidate will play a key part in the origination, management, and closing of M&A insurance transactions with a focus on Australia and New Zealand. You will work closely with other stakeholders to develop relationships and deliver transaction insurance solutions to existing clients and prospective clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Engaging with lawyers, investment banks, accounting firms, investment funds, private equity funds, and corporate clients to develop relationships and deliver transaction insurance solutions.
  • Developing technical expertise in delivering bespoke transaction insurance solutions to existing WTW clients and prospective clients.
  • Reviewing sale and purchase agreements, due diligence reports, and other transaction documents, negotiating policy terms and changes, and producing reports and advice as requested.
  • Delivering superior client service by being responsive and available to meet clients' demands and timelines.
  • Growing and maintaining strong relationships with all transaction risk insurers in Australia and globally, as well as with M&A advisors.
  • Raising awareness of transaction insurance solutions through education of and marketing to M&A advisors.
  • Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain and grow strong client and insurer relationships.
  • Facilitating the timely and successful settlement of clients' claims and related claims advocacy.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A law degree or equivalent experience, with at least 3 years post-qualification experience.
  • Superior written and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively and confidently communicate with and present to clients and other M&A advisors.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects of M&A deals, including disclosure and due diligence processes, as well as drafting and negotiation of transaction documentation.
  • Financial and accounting literacy.
  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze transaction documents and financial statements and discern and provide advice on related risks.
  • Drafting, proofreading, and producing high-quality reports for your team and external clients.
  • Strong people skills with the ability to work with others under pressure, resolve conflict, and negotiate effectively.
Compensation

The estimated salary for this role is between $120,000 - $180,000 AUD per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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