M&A Analyst, Financial Lines

AIG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

AIG in New York seeks an M&A Analyst in Financial Lines to support underwriting for corporate transactions, including representations and warranties insurance. You will prepare deal documents and build relationships with brokers, lawyers and private equity principals.

The role requires a college graduate with advanced Excel skills and some M&A or financial-insurance experience. You will analyze risk, review documentation, and present findings to senior underwriters; office-based collaboration is

Qualifications

• Background research on transaction parties and industries.
• Assess client motivation and the value of the insurance in the deal.
• Review documentation for risk analysis relevant to underwriting.
• Prepare non-binding indications, policies and binder agreements.
• Coordinate with clients, brokers, lawyers and deal professionals.
• Present findings to senior underwriters and management.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriting for transactional insurance related to M&A deals.
• Develop relationships with M&A source producers (brokers, lawyers, PE principals).
• Manage underwriting process with legal counsel as needed.
• Prepare regular analyses to assist management.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Advanced Excel

M&A experience

Insurance sector experience

Education

College graduate

Job description

Join us as a M&A Analyst, Financial Lines to grow your career at the forefront of transactional insurance.

Make your make in Underwritin g

AIG Underwriting teams help to find insurance solutions in areas including Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, and Multinational Clients. We are reimagining how we help customers to manage risk, transforming our operating model and reshaping our role responsibilities and career pathways. The goal is to unlock the full potential in each colleague - empowering our people to grow as insurance professionals and add more value to our customers and AIG.

How you will create an impac t

Support of underwriting team specializing in underwriting of insurable risks as they relate to corporate M&A transactions (including preparation of deal documents) and development of relationships with M&A source producers (brokers, lawyers and private equity fund principals). The Analyst will support the transactional insurance team, including representations and warranties insurance, tax liability insurance and contingent liability insurance.

Among other things, the Analyst will:

• Conduct background research on the parties to a particular transaction and the industries in which they operate.
• Review and understand the client's motivation for requesting the insurance coverage, the role the insurance is playing in the transaction, and the value of the insurance to the transaction.
• Review and understand documentation relevant to the analysis and assessment of the risk.
• Analyze and assess the underlying risk in accordance with the relevant product line policies and procedures.
• Prepare non-binding indication letters, insurance policies and binder agreements.
• Interact with clients, client's advisors, brokers and other deal professionals.
• Participate on underwriting conference calls.
• Manage the underwriting process and, in cooperation with the legal department, the selection of and work performed by outside counsel.
• Present preliminary findings and conclusions to senior underwriters and management.
• Prepare regular targeted analyses on the book to assist management in various tasks.

What you will need to succeed

LEADERSHIP SKILLS:

• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• Highly focused, enthusiastic and creative thinker;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaboratively work on a global basis; and
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• College graduate;
• Advanced Excel skills are a strong plus; and
• Specific experience with M&A, insurance sector or other financial institutions a strong plus.

0-1 years of experience preferred

The base salary range for this position is $65,000-$67,000, and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. We're proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview .

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us - across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by nu