Acquisition Associate

Reporting to the Head of M&A, this job involves assisting in the coordination of all aspects of acquisition projects to include collecting, compiling, organizing and analyzing quantitative data to develop statistically relevant information for calculating risk, reserve evaluations, and pricing for insurance-based acquisitions.

Essential Functions

Logistics and Technical Coordination

• Understands the overall process of an acquisition from the initial opportunity through the transition/migration.
• Reviews quantitative data to spot trends as it relates to Acquisitions.
• Participates in deal activities such as file reviews, financial review, pricing and reporting.
• Identifies required resources in conjunction with abilities across all departmental acquisition activities.
• Travels for due diligence activities as needed.
• Assists with integration planning and execution of new business.
• Coordinates with and supports departmental leads.
• Provides support for maintaining and updating the Acquisition Framework in electronic format for all aspects of a deal.

Knowledge Management and Reporting

• Develop an understanding of RiverStone culture, exhibit key behaviors and contribute to ongoing team growth and improvement.
• Help coordinate additional analysis and input from other departments as required.
• Support Acquisition Team’s internal and external reporting needs.
• Attend Team meetings; coordinate, set up and scribe meetings as necessary.
• Assist with Continuous Development process for Acquisitions and Framework activities.
• Present results to others, such as senior managers and associates
• Maintain accurate reports on all work
• Help to on-board transactions monitor portfolio performance post-completion

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Self-starter, motivated and able to quickly grasp new concepts
• Organizational skills – ability to multi-task and attention to detail
• Skilled at working with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel

Experience

Applicable experience in relevant disciplines such as Accounting, Actuary, Statistics, Operations and/or P&C Insurance.

Required Education Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Education or Certification Advanced degree (MBA/MS) or professional designation (CPA, CFA) required.