Graduate Associate – Mergers and Acquisitions (Start ASAP)

Forming a key part of the Australian based team the Graduate Associate will be responsible for assisting the team with the origination, management and closing of M&A insurance transactions with a key focus on Australia and New Zealand.   

This role can be based in Melbourne or Sydney.

The Role

• Develop relationships with other M&A stakeholders (lawyers, investment banks, accounting firms, investment funds, private equity firms and corporate clients) to assist in the delivery of transaction insurance solutions to existing clients and prospective clients.
• Developing your technical expertise to assist with the delivery of bespoke transaction insurance solutions to existing WTW clients and prospective clients.
• Reviewing sale and purchase agreements, due diligence reports and other transaction documents, negotiating policy terms and changes, and producing reports and advice as requested.
• Delivering superior client service by being responsive and available to meet clients’ demands and timelines.

The Requirements

• Delivering superior client service by being responsive and available to meet clients’ demands and timelines.
• Interest in learning about M&A deals, including disclosure and due diligence processes as well as drafting and negotiation of transaction documentation.
• Financial and accounting literacy.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong people skills with the ability to work with others under pressure, resolve conflict and negotiate effectively.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• Degree in Commerce, Economics, Law or Arts.
• Collegiate attitude and pride in delivery of service.
• You will need excellent time management skills .

Note: Employment-based visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity. 

The Application/Interview Process

• Application: To be considered for this role please submit an up-to-date resume with a cover letter addressing why you are interested in this role. Please include a copy of your most recent tertiary education transcripts. (Note: Please attach transcripts to resume or cover letter)
• Stage 1: Online application and recruiter review
• Stage 2: HireVue Video Interview
• Stage 3: In-person/MS Teams interview
• Stage 5: Offer and onboarding

Why Join WTW

WTW provides a competitive benefits package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• Annual bonus
• Company paid salary continuance insurance
• Life and TPD insurance
• Hybrid working
• Networks (Gender, Wellbeing, Pride)
• Career Growth – internal opportunities and development programs

At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution.

We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working. 

At WTW, we believe that a culture of inclusion and diversity is critical to our business. It’s not a separate initiative – rather it’s fundamental to everything we do. We are an equal-opportunity employer who is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and embrace diversity including gender, nationality, disability, age, marital/parental status, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. 

In the spirit of reconciliation, WTW acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.