Senior Underwriter, Transactional Risk (RWI/M&A) – Hybrid NYC

Howden Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401k with company match

Paid volunteer days

Job summary

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking a Senior Underwriter to lead the Transactional Risk division in New York.

You will shape underwriting framework, manage submissions, and guide brokers through M&A representations and warranties insurance in a fast-paced deal-driven environment. The role requires 8–15 years in M&A or underwriting, strong negotiation and risk assessment skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff while building broker relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Finance, Business, Law or a related field preferred.
• 8-15 years of M&A or relevant underwriting experience.
• Professional certifications such as CPCU, AU, or similar designations preferred.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Quote development and timely delivery of quotes to brokers in line with deal timelines.
• Lead underwriting negotiations with buyer’s counsel and advisors to review due diligence materials and negotiate policy terms.
• Analyze target company materials for risk, due diligence reports, and M&A agreements to inform policy terms.
• Supervise and mentor junior underwriters and analysts, providing guidance and feedback.
• Deliver training to junior underwriters and analysts on best practices.
• Coordinate with deal counsel to review findings and communicate with brokers and clients.
• Drive team performance toward achieving financial goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong broker/client relationships to support deal flow.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in risk management, Finance, Business, Law or a related field

CPCU / AU certification

Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills

Broker relationships

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking a Senior Underwriter to lead the Transactional Risk division in New York.

You will shape underwriting framework, manage submissions, and guide brokers through M&A representations and warranties insurance in a fast-paced deal-driven environment. The role requires 8–15 years in M&A or underwriting, strong negotiation and risk assessment skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff while building broker relationships.