Tax Underwriter for M&A & Tax Liability Insurance

Liberty Mutual Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Mutual Group seeks a Tax Underwriter to assess tax risks and underwrite bespoke tax liability insurance policies related to M&A, restructurings, renewable investments, and other transactions. The role targets candidates with a strong tax/legal or M&A background and offers multiple opportunities to develop expertise within a market‑leading team known for training and client focus.

You will lead underwriting of transactions, negotiate policy wording, and maintain broker relations while

Qualifications

• JD and tax LLM required.
• Strong legal drafting and analytical skills essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; negotiation ability valued.

Responsibilities

• Assess tax risks and review related documentation.
• Underwrite bespoke tax liability insurance policies for M&A and restructurings.
• Negotiate and finalize policy wording and coverage.
• Lead underwriting of transactions independently or with the team.
• Maintain broker and client relationships to ensure high service quality.
• Support brand and business development activities within Liberty Mutual GTS.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and contribute to process improvements.
• Collaborate to ensure accurate risk assessment and execution.

Skills

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

JD and tax LLM

Job description

Liberty Mutual Group seeks a Tax Underwriter to assess tax risks and underwrite bespoke tax liability insurance policies related to M&A, restructurings, renewable investments, and other transactions. The role targets candidates with a strong tax/legal or M&A background and offers multiple opportunities to develop expertise within a market‑leading team known for training and client focus.

You will lead underwriting of transactions, negotiate policy wording, and maintain broker relations while