Executive Director

Location London, LONDON, United Kingdom Posted on Jun 08, 2022 Profile Executive Director Are you passionate about driving initiatives and delivering client experience and value proposition? If so, then come and join our Professional Services Group team here at Aon that offers the flexibility to work both virtually and from our London 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 organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As an Executive Director, your primary responsibilities will include: Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients at a c-suite level. Develop and implement an accessible compliance and risk management advisory service to our law firm clients based in the UK, Offshore and the UK offices of those based elsewhere who might require Aon’s services. Act as a role model in the business by consistently demonstrating integrity, professionalism, and quality. Accountable for maintaining and improving client satisfaction. Good understanding of Aon products and ability to bring in relevant colleagues to respond to insurance queries clients may have. Participate in new business pitches to articulate the value of the risk and compliance services on offer. Present and lead panel discussions at conferences on risk and compliance related subjects. Write risk and compliance related articles 3-4 times a year for Aon newsletters. Share relevant developments in the risk industry with the team in both the UK and globally. Support the retail team on complex client risk matters in the changing regulatory environment. This role is also a management role, working as part of the leadership team, which includes responsibilities for: Compliance with regulatory requirements including the FCA’s Senior Managers and Certification Regime as well as Aon’s business procedures. Planning and strategic development of the Professional Services team. Effectively managing, developing, mentoring and motivating a team of colleagues on a day-to-day basis. Leading projects which are for the benefit of the Professional Services team and the clients. 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 (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company. How this opportunity is different This role will see you maintaining effective relationships with clients at c-suite level and leading a strong team that provides the relationship and servicing of financial lines. Skills and experience that will lead to success Your skills will ideally include: Educated to Degree level or equivalent. A professional qualification relevant to our client base while not essential would be an advantage. Experience of dealing with large professional service firms at senior management level and have a detailed understanding of the key risk exposures faced by professional service firms. Credibility in front of professional service firm clients. Leadership capability and proven experience (and commitment to further developing leadership skills). Excellent communication and presentation skills. Strong client management relationship skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to manage, motivate, and coach direct reports. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong business acumen. How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive 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, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work… and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! 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. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr