Client Manager/Commercial Account Executive - Leeds

Are you looking for the chance to build a career at a leading risk adviser and insurance broker? Can you bring cross-class commercial insurance experience underpinned by proven client management expertise to a new, growth focused role? If so, then we would love to hear from you in connection with this brand-new role offered on a hybrid working basis from our wonderful Leeds, South Central Office.

Aon is in the business of better decisions. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

In this role, you’ll act as a trusted adviser to Mid-Market businesses across the UK, working closely with owners, MDs and FDs to understand their risks and deliver tailored insurance and risk management solutions. You’ll combine strong client relationships with commercial drive, using the full breadth of Aon’s capabilities to help clients protect, grow and future-proof their businesses — while building a profitable and sustainable portfolio of your own.

Responsibilities will include:

• Building trusted relationships with business owners and senior decision-makers, acting as their primary risk and insurance adviser.
• Designing and delivering bespoke insurance programmes, supported by proactive risk management and claims advocacy.
• Identifying new business opportunities, referrals and cross-sell solutions through Delivering Aon United.
• Owning and developing a strong pipeline of new and existing opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Collaborating with specialist teams across Aon to deliver joined-up, high-quality client solutions.
• Managing your client portfolio in line with Aon’s risk, compliance and governance frameworks.

How this opportunity is different

This is more than a traditional broking role. You’ll operate at the heart of the UK Mid-Market, acting as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior leaders, with the autonomy to shape client relationships and the backing of Aon’s full global capability. You’ll combine the feel of a local, relationship-led business with the scale, insight and innovation of a market-leading firm — giving you genuine influence, variety and long-term career growth.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Proven client relationship experience in the insurance industry, with experience in the core lines of commercial risks is essential.
• Experience dealing with Mid-market commercial and corporate insurance risks is desirable.
• Commercial understanding of business i.e. market forces, business drivers, market dynamics, competitors and risks, etc.
• A growth mindset with an eye for new business opportunities.
• An effective communicator and presenter.
• Client focused with a consultative approach and dedication to excellence in the provision of client service.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard.