M&A Trainee

The Role

Analytical & Research Support (M&A industry in Spain and Portugal)

• Research and analyze data related to the M&A market in Spain and Portugal to support client deliverables.
• Prepare summary insights, charts, and draft conclusions for the Transactional Risk team.

Client & Project Delivery Support

• Contribute to different phases of M&A Insurance broking and advisory cycle, with a focus on technical placement. 
• Assist in preparing presentations, proposals, and client-facing documents.
• Support ongoing projects by tracking progress and coordinating next steps.
• Draft meeting notes, action logs, and follow-up documentation.

Operational & Administrative Coordination

• Maintain internal trackers, databases, and documentation repositories.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and interactions with external carriers and client.

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Work with colleagues from other M&A offices in the UK and EU on specific deliverables.
• Participate in internal initiatives, knowledge-sharing sessions, and team meetings.

The requirements

• Bachelor or Master degree student (preferably in Law).
• Strong analytical mindset; comfortable working with data and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong sense of responsibility.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Interested in M&A, risk and insurance.

What we offer

• Hands-on experience with real broking projects in the transactional risk industry.
• Direct mentorship from senior team members and managers to accelerate your learning.
• A collaborative, international work environment within a leading global firm.
• The opportunity to develop business, analytical, and client-management skills that are highly valued in the market.
• Hybrid role

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidate.helpdesk@willistowerswatson.com.