Senior M&A Associate

Senior Vice President – Representations & Warranties Insurance (RWI)

Leading RWI Insurance Brokerage

$280,000 - $325,000 + Bonus

About the Firm

IDEX are representing a leading insurance brokerage specializing exclusively in Representations & Warranties Insurance, advising private equity sponsors and strategic acquirers on complex M&A transactions across the U.S. market. The team is recognized for its technical expertise, market leadership, and deep relationships with insurers, law firms, and financial sponsors.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Vice President to join their Boston-based RWI team. This is a client-facing, deal-driven role for an experienced M&A attorney looking to transition into a commercial advisory position at the forefront of the transactional insurance market.

The SVP will lead the placement and structuring of RWI policies on sophisticated transactions, act as a trusted advisor to private equity clients and deal counsel, and play a key role in business development and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structuring, negotiation, and placement of RWI policies on middle-market and large-cap M&A transactions
• Serve as the primary client contact for private equity sponsors, corporate buyers, and their advisors
• Analyze transaction documentation, including purchase agreements and diligence materials, to assess risk and coverage considerations
• Negotiate policy terms and coverage enhancements with insurers
• Coordinate closely with deal counsel, bankers, and underwriters throughout live transactions
• Contribute to business development efforts and maintain key client and insurer relationships
• Mentor and support junior team members

Candidate Profile

• 3–7 years of experience at a leading corporate law firm
• Strong background in M&A transactions, including private equity–backed deals
• Admitted to practice and qualified in Massachusetts (Boston)
• Deep familiarity with purchase agreements, representations and warranties, and diligence processes
• Excellent commercial judgment and client-facing communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience advising private equity sponsors
• Interest in insurance solutions and risk transfer
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong client service orientation

Why Join Us

• Market-leading platform in the fast-growing RWI sector
• High-impact, advisory role with direct client ownership
• Clear long-term progression and leadership opportunities
• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives