Global Benefits Consultant in London

Are you looking to make an impact on a global scale? This role is a hybrid role based out of our London office where there will be a combination of office and remote working.

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

The Global Benefits Consultant will be primarily responsible for supporting our expanding portfolio of multinational companies on all aspects of employee benefits, as well as introducing and coordinating local, in-country Aon appointments as part of a global broking mandate. Our multinational clients come with specific challenges and require sophisticated support.

Your day-to-day may include:

• Managing client relationships to provide advice with regards to international employee benefit solutions.
• Coordinating in-country colleagues in their role of local employee benefit advisers/brokers.
• Measuring and reporting Aon's performance against objectives agreed with the client.
• Staying current and be proactive with issues/trends, monitor market developments and assist with the identification of revenue generation opportunities for existing clients.
• Taking a role in internal initiatives aimed at driving efficiency, improving client experience, and building our team infrastructure.
• Promoting Aon's portfolio of business/services with clients and in the industry (e.g. media events, trade conferences, client seminars).
• Working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company.

How this opportunity is different

The Global Benefits Practice sits within Aon's Advisory and Specialty business line, with over 300 employees globally. This specific role sits within our Growing Multinationals Consulting Team, a team dedicated to small and mid-market multinational clients. We help them overcome the specific challenges that these types of clients face and help them to realise efficiencies and best practice. This is a core growth pillar of the Global Benefits Practice and the wider Human Capital business.

The UK team consists of approximately 50 consultants and support staff. The role of the Global Benefits team is varied and challenging, and the services we offer can take various forms, including:

• Consulting regarding the design, use, issues and objectives surrounding the implementation and provision of employee benefits.
• Risk Management advice to govern and control the risk associated with providing employee benefits.
• Global Broker of Record (GBOR) whereby the Global Benefits team work with clients to implement and then coordinate in-country brokerage services to local operations for employee benefits.
• Bespoke Projects to address specific issues or requirements a client has surrounding employee benefits. Examples include new country implementation, employee benefit audits, benchmarking, funding and financing.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Working knowledge of differing types of international employee benefits (e.g. pension, risk benefits, medical).
• Clear communicator, both written and spoken. Able to provide clarity and a level of interpretation to different nationalities, cultures and levels of expertise in benefits.
• Demonstrate proactivity in client management.
• Proven ability to manage ongoing client relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects and drive them to conclusion.
• Supporting mindset to assist senior consultants to deliver.
• Experience of regulated environments.
• Results-orientated, accustomed at setting high standards and working in a demanding environment.
• Organised approach to managing various, competing work streams.
• Able to work under own initiative and as part of a team.

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.