Insurance Operations Associate

About the job We are working with a market-leading M&A insurance broker seeking an Operations Associate to join their W&I (Warranty & Indemnity) team in London. The business is experiencing a period of rapid growth and offers strong exposure to high-profile transactions across private equity and corporate M&A. What is the role?

As a W&I Operations Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the execution of M&A insurance transactions. You will work closely with underwriters, brokers, and legal advisors to ensure deals progress efficiently from submission through to binding. This is a highly hands-on role that will provide you with deep exposure to the transactional insurance space, offering a strong foundation for a career in underwriting or broader deal advisory.

What will you be doing? • Managing deal intake and setting up new submissions within internal systems • Coordinating the end-to-end deal process, ensuring timelines and deadlines are met • Liaising with brokers, underwriters, lawyers, and clients to facilitate smooth communication • Organising and reviewing transaction documentation, including SPAs, diligence reports, and financial materials • Supporting underwriters by preparing deal summaries and maintaining data rooms • Assisting with policy documentation, endorsements, and version control during negotiations • Ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation prior to policy binding • Supporting post-bind activities including policy issuance, invoicing, and internal reporting • Contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency within the team About you: • 1–3 years’ experience in insurance, financial services, legal, or transaction-related roles • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple live deals simultaneously • High attention to detail, particularly when handling legal and financial documentation • Excellent communication skills, with confidence interacting with senior stakeholder