Private Equity Consultant

4 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Marsh & McLennan Companies Full time
About the Role

Marsh & McLennan Companies is seeking a highly skilled Private Equity Consultant to join our team. As a key member of our Private Equity - Merger and Acquisition team, you will play a critical role in advising clients on risk management strategies and solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cultivate a deep understanding of clients' business strategic priorities, risk strategies, and risk management needs to advise on potential risks associated with transactions.
  • Understand clients and/or target industry niches, recognize typical business problems, and how our service platform provides solutions.
  • Utilize substantial risk expertise and knowledge of industry and insurance marketplace to review target company exposures and loss experience, developing solutions for moderately complex client needs.
  • Prepare and deliver due diligence reports to appropriate parties.
  • Effectively communicate due diligence findings and coverage solutions to clients throughout the diligence process.
  • Coordinate with clients' other diligence advisors on findings or gaps in coverage that impact other workstreams.
  • Partner and coordinate with internal and external teams to receive, negotiate, and evaluate quotes from carriers, presenting evaluations and recommendations to clients.
  • Participate in presentations to prospective clients on diligence findings.
  • Build and maintain relationships with clients and target companies, serving as the primary point of contact for due diligence-related and deal needs.
  • Maintain proactive awareness of industry changes and their impact on clients, their portfolio companies, and potential acquisitions.
  • Help establish and build the Private Equity - Merger and Acquisition team.
  • Mentor and coach junior staff members and Private Equity Analysts.
  • Develop and nurture relationships with private equity firms, law firms, accounting firms, investment banks, and financial institutions to leverage into future business opportunities.
  • Active internal communication to stay informed on changing risk and insurance market conditions.
  • Liaise with internal practices to implement insurance placements.
  • Represent Marsh & McLennan Companies in client and insurance industry through visible writing, speaking, and networking engagements.
  • Advocate for changes and additions to our service platform that increase value created for clients, add barriers to exit, and follow our strategic direction.
Requirements
  • Experience at an insurance brokerage with corporate and/or global accounts.
  • 3+ years of experience in a Due Diligence/Private Equity role, or demonstrated experience with clients considering M&A in an insurance broking context.
  • Proven track record for accomplishing specific tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
  • BS/BA in business, management, insurance, or related field.
  • Professional qualification (Actuarial, ACA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent).
  • In-depth understanding of investment manager operations and market participants.
  • Knowledge of operational risk frameworks across asset classes, including equity and fixed income, hedge funds, fund of funds, private equity, private debt, real estate, and infrastructure.
  • General understanding of EBITDA and corporate financial statements.
About Us

Marsh & McLennan Companies is a global professional services firm that provides advice and solutions in risk, strategy, and human capital. Our company culture values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace where colleagues feel welcome and valued.

We offer a range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401K benefits, and more. Our colleagues enjoy flexibility to work from home or an office, and we provide opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to join a dynamic team, please submit your application.

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