Director, Risk & Insurance Due Diligence – M&A & Transaction Solutions

Director, Risk & Insurance Due Diligence – M&A & Transaction Solutions, London Are you a seasoned Commercial Insurance professional with expertise in large-scale, M&A due diligence? Would you like to play a pivotal role within a prominent, specialist practice, leading a variety of projects and advisory services in pre-acquisition and post-deal M&A environments? If so, we’d love to hear from you regarding this exciting opportunity with Aon’s dynamic M&A Transactions Solutions (AMATS) practice at our London office. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions to protect and enrich lives worldwide. We are a trusted, inclusive, and diverse team passionate about helping colleagues and clients succeed. Our global AMATS practice includes experts in Insurance, Human Capital, Cyber & Digital, Intellectual Property, and ESG, focusing on transactional activity. The R&I team provides insurance advisory services to private equity, infrastructure funds, and corporate clients on buy-side and sell-side M&A opportunities. What your day will look like Leading insurance due diligence advisory projects for private equity, infrastructure, and corporate clients, including review of data room information, management interviews, and technical insurance commentary, culminating in high-quality reports. Driving project management engagement. Collaborating closely with clients and top-tier advisers. Coordinating internal Aon expertise across practices and geographies, building an internal network. Identifying opportunities for cross-selling Aon products and solutions. Facilitating post-close programme placements. Building and nurturing client relationships. How this opportunity is different Our leaders highlight the diverse backgrounds of AMATS colleagues—from lawyers to big 4 advisors to insurance experts—and the empowering environment that encourages project pursuit and sector learning. This role offers the chance to develop your career, contribute to team growth, and work with high-profile global clients. David Cooper, UK Head of Risk & Insurance and Lender Insurance Advisory, notes the opportunity to join an established EMEA team and intersect with other disciplines like Digital, Climate, and Human Capital, enhancing career development and leadership opportunities. Skills and experience that will lead to success M&A transaction, due diligence, and project management experience is essential. Proven insurance experience in property & casualty sectors (broking or underwriting), relevant qualifications (e.g., ACII), is crucial. Experience advising on risk and insurance in M&A scenarios is desirable. How we support our colleagues We offer comprehensive benefits, promote diversity, and foster an inclusive, flexible environment that supports wellbeing and work/life balance—our Smart Working approach. Our continuous learning culture aims to help you grow and reach your potential. We value an innovative, diverse workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For more info, email ReasonableAccommodations@aon.com. #LI-AB2 #LI-HYBRID #J-18808-Ljbffr