Specialist II - Specialties Broking

Marsh McLennan•Norwalk, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE: MRSH) is seeking a tax lawyer (preferably with renewable energy experience, M&A tax experience, or international tax experience, with preference in that order) to serve as a Senior Vice President and Placement Advisor in its Transactional Risk Insurance brokerage team, which is recognized as global leaders in transactional risk insurance. The candidate will be a key part of Marsh’s multi-disciplinary advisory team and will report to the head of the Transactional Risk Tax Practice. The position will provide in-depth exposure to a variety of transactions (M&A, renewable energy financing and otherwise) and the insurance industry generally, in a well-established, high-profile practice within the company. What to expect: Utilizing legal and business skills to analyze tax risks associated with transactions and making commercial decisions relating to transactional risk insurance coverage with respect to complex domestic and cross-border transactions. Managing deal processes with clients, Marsh client executives, clients’ outside counsel, and the carriers who provide coverage in the transactional risk insurance space. Establishing and expanding relationships with carriers, clients, prospects, and other deal professionals, including attorneys, bankers, and accountants. Reviewing and understanding transaction documents and tax risks associated with third-party transactions and internal restructurings. Communicating and negotiating policy terms with lawyers, clients, and underwriters. Preparing and presenting marketing and informational materials relating to transactional risk insurance and Marsh’s specific product offerings to clients, law firms, accounting firms, and at conferences and other venues. What you need to have: At least four years of transactional, renewable energy finance or M&A tax experience at a major law firm or Big Four Strong oral and written communication skills Creative, commercial, and practical problem-solving skills Entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment Strong business development skills are a plus Must be able to obtain P&C license Marsh Risk is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Marsh Risk, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [email protected]. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Requirements

At least four years of transactional, renewable energy finance or M&A tax experience at a major law firm or Big Four
Strong oral and written communication skills
Creative, commercial, and practical problem-solving skills
Entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to obtain P&C license

Nice To Haves

Strong business development skills are a plus

Responsibilities

Utilizing legal and business skills to analyze tax risks associated with transactions and making commercial decisions relating to transactional risk insurance coverage with respect to complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
Managing deal processes with clients, Marsh client executives, clients’ outside counsel, and the carriers who provide coverage in the transactional risk insurance space.
Establishing and expanding relationships with carriers, clients, prospects, and other deal professionals, including attorneys, bankers, and accountants.
Reviewing and understanding transaction documents and tax risks associated with third-party transactions and internal restructurings.
Communicating and negotiating policy terms with lawyers, clients, and underwriters.
Preparing and presenting marketing and informational materials relating to transactional risk insurance and Marsh’s specific product offerings to clients, law firms, accounting firms, and at conferences and other venues.

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