Tax Underwriter

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Location:
New York, NY

About the Company:

We are partnered with a top-tier insurance underwriter known for providing innovative, market-leading solutions in the transactional risk and M&A insurance space. As our platform continues to grow, we are expanding our team with high-caliber professionals excited to be part of a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Position Overview:

They are seeking a Junior Tax Underwriter to join their growing tax underwriting team. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated tax professional to transition out of a traditional advisory or accounting role and gain hands-on experience within the transactional risk insurance space.

The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of experience in public accounting or consulting, with a strong focus on M&A tax transactions. This role offers direct exposure to high-profile deals, interaction with clients and counsel, and a dynamic learning environment with long-term growth potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the underwriting of tax liability insurance policies related to M&A transactions.
• Review and analyze tax due diligence reports, legal documents, and transaction structures.
• Support the senior underwriting team in evaluating tax risks and crafting customized coverage solutions.
• Collaborate with brokers, tax advisors, and legal counsel throughout the underwriting process.
• Track industry developments and assist in maintaining underwriting best practices.
• Contribute to the development of internal tools, templates, and process improvements.

Qualifications:

• 1–3 years of tax experience at a public accounting firm, law firm, or consulting firm, with a strong emphasis on M&A tax.
• JD preferred, but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; confident in presenting and interacting with clients.
• Curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn the insurance underwriting process.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and a strong sense of accountability.
• Interest in transitioning from an advisory role into a fast-growing segment of the insurance industry.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to build a career in a fast-growing and intellectually stimulating industry.
• Work alongside top professionals in both the legal and financial services sectors.
• High visibility with leadership and meaningful exposure to complex transactions.
• Supportive, entrepreneurial team culture with real career progression.

For more information regarding this position or other tax opportunities, please reach out to

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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