Underwriting Opportunities

Underwriting Opportunities - French Market | Acquinex | Part of PIB Group

Acquinex is expanding its European underwriting platform and building out a dedicated team focused on the French market . This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, entrepreneurial business at a pivotal stage of its European growth.

We are seeking talented individuals at all levels, from Junior Underwriters to Senior Underwriters, to play a key role in underwriting complex Warranty & Indemnity (W&I), tax, title and contingent risk policies across French and cross-border M&A transactions.

You will work closely with brokers, legal advisors, and corporate clients to deliver bespoke insurance solutions that support deal execution and mitigate risk. Whether you’re developing your technical skills or leading on complex transactions, you’ll be part of a highly collaborative and experienced team that values both precision and creativity.

As part of Acquinex, you’ll contribute to :

Assessing and structuring a variety of transactional risks.

Supporting the full underwriting process from submission to policy issuance.

Building trusted relationships with brokers, advisors, and clients.

Contributing to market development and underwriting strategy for the French market.

Mentoring or learning from others within a supportive, high-performing team.

Helping shape Acquinex’s European growth journey within PIB Group

What We Are Looking For

We are interested in speaking with professionals who have a background in underwriting, M&A, corporate law, tax advisory, or a related transactional risk field.

You may already be a Senior Underwriter looking to take on broader leadership and market responsibilities, or an early-career professional from a legal, business or financial background seeking to step into the transactional risk space with a desire to develop your career in underwriting.

You will likely bring :

A strong understanding of French M&A transactions, corporate reorganisations, or tax structuring.

Experience in analysing risk, drafting policy documentation, or managing deal processes.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills.

Fluency in French and English (additional European languages are a plus).

A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.

We are also open to hearing from professionals who are not currently looking to move, but would like to stay connected as our French underwriting team continues to grow

What You Will Get

Competitive compensation and senior-level benefits.

Flexible and hybrid working options, focused on performance and autonomy.

The chance to shape a growing French underwriting team and strategy.

Exposure to a diverse European deal pipeline and cross-border collaboration.

A collegiate, entrepreneurial environment where new ideas are valued.

We are flexible on location, these roles can be based anywhere within Continental Europe, but ideally within one of our existing European entities such as Spain, the Netherlands, or the Benelux region.

Why PIB Group?

PIB Group is one of the UK’s fastest-growing insurance businesses, offering real career progression, professional development, and a collaborative culture where your work truly matters.

We encourage our people to be collaborative, with entrepreneurship at our core. We are a fast-paced, growing organisation and an exciting place to be.

We also value ambition and creative thinking. You don’t have to tick every box to apply—if you bring fresh ideas and a drive to grow, we’d love to hear from you!

Inclusion & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need this job advert in any other format or require adjustments for your application or during the recruitment process, please reach out to recruitment@pib-insurance.com