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Mergers & Acquisitions Growth Leader
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Mergers & Acquisitions Growth Leader
Transactional Risk Director (M&A)
The successful candidate will have responsibility for coordinating, growing, and building upon the Transactional Risk business within the M&A team, with a particular focus on law firm relationships.
You will provide directional management, including financial and operational responsibility, whilst adhering to Group standards. You will:
- Identify, manage, and develop client, insurer, and team relationships, converting prospects into business opportunities.
The Role
Strategy and Planning
- Facilitate collaborative processes to ensure well-articulated and prioritised goals in delivering the M&A proposition and strategy.
Execution and Placement
- Build WTW’s M&A capability, ensuring execution and advice of the highest standard.
- Optimise revenue from new and existing clients by leveraging full placement channels and global markets.
- Deliver bespoke insurance solutions within tight timeframes.
Inclusive and Collaborative Work
- Work with M&A team members and producers across regions, adapting to local culture and capabilities.
- Identify and convert M&A business opportunities.
- Support organisational initiatives, including cross-selling and innovation, to enhance client service.
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Organisation Design & Development
- Collaborate with centres of excellence, WTW offices, and other lines of business.
- Develop innovation and cross-selling strategies to better serve clients and prospects.
Reporting
- Lead preparation of regular/periodic updates, reports, and analyses for M&A leadership, Finex, corporate risk, and broking.
Client Relationship Management
- Understand clients’ business, structure, and insurance needs.
- Identify primary budget holders and decision-makers and maintain relationships.
Insurer Relationships
- Support and build strong relationships with underwriters/insurers across London and international markets.
Qualifications
What you’ll bring:
- Education: Degree or MBA level (or country equivalent) — or professional experience working with lawyers, financial sponsors, and M&A.
- Experience: Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions, transactional risk, and private equity (preferably focused on law firm relationships).
- Business development skillset:
- Strong track record in relationship-driven expansion, particularly with law firms and financial sponsors.
- Interpersonal and organisational skills, with excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong sales and analytical skills, coupled with planning and budgeting acumen.
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What We Offer
An all-encompassing benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being:
- 25 days’ annual leave + 25+ extra WTW relaxation days per year.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits: Private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and health assessments.
- Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 10% matching by the company.
- Hybrid working flexibility, access to an employee assistance programme, and one paid volunteer day annually.
- Optional enhancements:
- Electric vehicle car scheme
- Share scheme
- Cycle-to-work programme
- Dental and optical cover
- Critical illness protection
A valued set of perks designed to help you thrive in your career and beyond.
Equal Opportunity Employer
WTW is committed to equality of opportunity. Adjustments for application, interview, and workplace needs will be made where necessary. For any questions or assistance from application through to joining:
🔹 Email: candidatehelpdesk@wtw.com
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