Associate Director

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips.

Here, you’re not just improving clients  risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters;

think of Gallagher.

Join our M&A team in Manchester and help shape the future of transactional insurance. With over 50 years of experience, our M&A Team has advised on over 2,000 deals across 40 countries since 2013, with a combined deal value of over $50 billion USD in 2024. Our specialists include qualified lawyers, brokers, and insurance professionals who support private equity, corporates, sovereign wealth funds, individuals, and advisors in placing M&A insurance, such as warranty and indemnity or contingent risk insurance, for domestic and international transactions.

We’re looking for someone passionate about building relationships, driving growth, and delivering exceptional client service.

• Expand our network
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  Meet with legal, corporate finance, and private equity professionals across Manchester and the North West. Build relationships with existing contacts and new prospects.
• Host events
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  Organise and lead Gallagher events to connect with industry professionals.
• Deliver presentations
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  Share insights on M&A insurance and market trends with diverse audiences.
• Lead transactions
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  Be the main point of contact for deals ranging from £2m to £1bn+. Guide clients and underwriters through the process, ensuring the best outcomes.
• Collaborate with insurers
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  Maintain strong relationships with transactional insurers and stay updated on market developments.

• You’re a qualified corporate lawyer (1-3 years PQE), corporate finance advisor, or private equity professional with M&A experience.
• You have a network of contacts in Manchester and the North West.
• You’re a problem-solver who thrives under pressure and tight deadlines.
• You’re a confident communicator with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• You’re organised, analytical, and ready to take ownership of new challenges.
• Experience with W&I processes is a bonus but not essential.

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy extra days
• Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
• Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
• Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
• Health cash plan or Private medical insurance

Other benefits include:

• Three fully paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
• Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
• Season ticket loan
• Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
• Emergency back-up family care
• And many more…

Inclusion and diversity () is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences…