Account Executive - Mergers And Acquisitions (M&A) Insurance Services And Infrastructure Team

Job Description:
Introduction
Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.
We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.
Overview
Gallagher is a global leader in Insurance broking, risk management and consulting, with over 52,000 employees worldwide in over 130 countries. We have a global reach with a local presence, and pride ourselves on being a socially responsible and ethical organisation as expressed through our Shared Values: The Gallagher Way. We are proud to have been awarded, for the 13th consecutive year, the 2023 World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute (2023) as well as being one of Insurance Business Australia Top Insurance Employers and Forbes Best Employer for Women.
Gallagher’s M&A Insurance Services’ team are trusted advisors to corporates, pension/infrastructure funds, private equity, financial institutions, government, and M&A professional advisors. With a combined 75+ years of team experience, you will get exposure to top tier clients and be supported in your career, working on deals from the M&A phase to the placement and management of the program following transaction close.
The purpose of this role is to support our principal advisors and brokers; taking a pro-active approach to all aspects of account management and service delivery.
Key accountabilities include:

• Maintaining and developing business relationships with prospective and existing clients;
• Collaboration with your colleagues in identifying opportunities and supporting prospective and existing clients across all phases of the client lifecycle – from the initial due diligence phase to broker appointment and placement of the corporate insurance program;
• Developing and maintaining meaningful working relationships with our underwriting partners;
• Identify and describe insurable risks and opportunities, designing appropriate insurance solutions and risk management strategies, and negotiating appropriate risk transfer into the global insurance market;
• Managing systems underpinned by AI, client relationship management systems, and supporting the team’s business plan; and
• Researching target sectors to support the building of a long term pipeline to generate new business growth.

This is a great opportunity and to be considered, we are seeking a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally with exposure to corporate insurance accounts plus:

• An organised and efficient mindset, able to balance multiple priorities simultaneously;
• Strong account management experience gained within corporate broking;
• Tier 1 Insurance Broking qualification;
• Comprehensive proficiency in Microsoft products (principally Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Outlook), and pro-active approach to learn specific new programs;
• Proven experience in document preparation with high attention to detail;
• Pro-active approach to all aspects of account management and service delivery;
• Willingness to learn;
• Highly developed communication and negotiation skills; and
• Driven and professional disposition with a willingness to contribute to a team environment.

Gallagher Benefits – we offer great benefits and career development opportunities including tuition assistance; career development and training to build a personalised career pathway; wellbeing offerings; employee assistance program; additional weeks’ Lifestyle leave; Gallagher Rewards for discounts at 350+ major retailers; Employee Stock Purchase Plan to invest in the company's growth potential; paid Volunteering days; and salary sacrifice superannuation options.
Apply now via our careers website, https://www.ajg.com/au/about-us/careers/ or for further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@ajg.com.au
Any offer of employment and subsequent continuing employment is dependent upon the satisfactory completion of background checks by Gallagher or by an external third party provider.
Gallagher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to the principles of workplace diversity and inclusion. We welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.