Transactional Liability Underwriter

Ryan Specialty Europe GmbH - Dutch Branch; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Specialty Europe GmbH - Dutch Branch in Amsterdam seeks an experienced Transactional Liability Underwriter to optimize underwriting strategies for M&A deals, manage risk, and build strategic partnerships with brokers and clients.

The role requires a bachelor or master in finance, business, or risk management, 5+ years in financial or M&A underwriting, and licenses such as state P&C; CMAA or RPLU are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Risk Management.
• 5+ years of work experience in Financial or M&A Underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements underwriting strategies, manages risk appetite, and optimizes profitability for assigned accounts per the M&A underwriting strategy.
• Identifies inefficiencies and ensures compliance with taxation requirements under pre- and post-deal structures.
• Shares expertise on warranties & indemnity, tax & contingence insurance, guiding complex risk assessments.
• Analyzes contracts, insurance policies, and binder agreements to inform underwriting decisions.
• Fosters strategic partnerships to drive new business and provide tailored client solutions.
• Tailors coverage terms to meet client needs while balancing risk and profitability.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to resolve underwriting issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitors changes in transactional liability laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk management

Contract analysis

Regulatory awareness

Client collaboration

Strategic partnerships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Risk Management

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Position Summary

The Transactional Liability Underwriter is responsible for optimizing underwriting strategies, managing risk, and fostering strategic partnerships for profitable deals. The role collaborates internally to resolve complex issues, monitor regulatory changes, and underwrites liability insurance policies in connection with M&A transactions. They shape the portfolio direction, analyze intricate contracts, and tailor coverage to meet deal requirements. Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

What will your job entail?

• Develops and implements underwriting strategies, manages risk appetite, and optimizes profitability for assigned accounts as per the M&A underwriting strategy.
• Identifies inefficiencies and proposes actionable solutions to ensure taxation requirements are met and are based on pre-deal and post-deal tax structures to deliver a positive deal outcome.
• Shares expertise on warranties & indemnity, tax & contingence insurance, guides on complex risk assessment, and empowers associates to make informed underwriting decisions.
• Analyzes intricate contracts, insurance policies and binder agreements, assesses potential liabilities, and identifies hidden risks to inform underwriting decisions.
• Fosters strategic partnerships to drive new business, secures profitable deals, and provides customized client solutions depending on business sector, deal structure, jurisdiction and indemnification obligations.
• Tailors' coverage terms and conditions to meet specific client needs while balancing risk considerations and profitability.
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders to resolve complex underwriting issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitors changes in transactional liability laws and regulations to ensure compliance and adapt underwriting practices accordingly.
• Stays ahead of industry trends, conducts research of new sectors, and develops innovative coverage solutions to expand the portfolio.

Work Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Risk Management required. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
• 5+ years of work experience in Financial or M&A Underwriting with a Bachelor’s degree or minimum of 3 years of work experience with a Master’s degree.

Licenses & Certifications

• State P&C and/or surplus line license is required.
• Certified Merger and Acquisition Advisor (CMAA) or Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) a plus.

Disclaimer

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

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