M&A Analyst - Global Underwriter

MRA Search; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading player in transactional risk management in Singapore is seeking a proactive M&A Analyst to support the evaluation and underwriting of diverse M&A transactions. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, around 2 years of relevant experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. The role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth in a global industry.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in M&A, corporate finance, insurance/underwriting, or transactional services.
• Detail-oriented and a proactive self-starter.
• Must be comfortable with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze company and transaction data.
• Participate in underwriting assessment of M&A deals.
• Liaise with brokers, lawyers, clients, and deal teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in law, business, finance, insurance or related field

Job description

My client, a leading player in transactional risk management, is seeking a proactive M&A Analyst to join their dynamic international team and support the evaluation and underwriting of diverse M&A transactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret company and transaction data, including financial statements, due diligence materials, and purchase agreements.
• Participate in the underwriting assessment of M&A deals, assisting with risk evaluation, policy structuring, and drafting coverage documents transactional insurance solutions.
• Prepare quotations, policy binders, and other relevant documentation to support the underwriting process.
• Liaise closely with brokers, lawyers, clients, and deal teams to ensure seamless and timely progression from deal submission to policy binding.
• Research emerging trends in the M&A and insurance markets, providing strategic insights to the underwriting team.
• Collaborate with senior underwriters to present findings, address transaction issues, and support portfolio management activities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in law, business, finance, insurance, or a related field.
• Around 2 years’ experience in M&A, corporate finance, insurance/underwriting, or transactional services.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with an aptitude for risk assessment.
• Detail-oriented, a proactive self-starter, and comfortable with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented, open to collaboration, and eager to grow in a global industry.
• English with additional language capability in Chinese or Korean is a must.