At a Glance
- Tasks: Take charge of underwriting M&A transactions and collaborate with brokers and legal teams.
- Company: Global corporate insurer with a strong presence in the transactional risk market.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, international exposure, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Inclusive company culture focused on diversity and personal authenticity.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on complex, cross-border deals that make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in W&I underwriting or broking; fluency in French or Italian is essential.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
A corporate insurer with a well-established presence across the international transactional risk market is looking a W&I Underwriter to have a particular focus on Southern Europe.
This is an opportunity to join a business with genuine global reach, working alongside a collegiate team of underwriters who collaborate closely across jurisdictions on complex, cross-border deals.
The successful candidate will take ownership of the underwriting process from initial triage through to policy issuance, working directly with brokers, legal counsel and deal teams to assess and price risk across a broad spread of M&A transactions.
Fluency in French or Italian is essential, given the volume of instructions originating from these territories and the need to liaise directly with local counsel and clients on deal specifics.
Candidates must have W&I experienced from either underwriting or broking will be comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy on live transactions.
This role offers the opportunity to work on a genuinely international book of business, with clear scope for progression both domestically and internationally as the team continues to grow.
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Discipline(s): Legal In-House Job type: Permanent
W&I Underwriter // Southern Europe employer: IDEX Consulting
IDEX Consulting is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, ideal for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field of international M&A and growth. With a strong emphasis on employee development, we offer numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to work alongside industry leaders in the vibrant setting of Greater London. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your expertise and encourages you to shape the future of corporate law.
