Associate Account Executive

Aon; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading team as an Associate Account Executive in Edmonton, where you will leverage your skills in construction advisory services. You'll collaborate with experts, manage client relationships, and drive innovative solutions in a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Global Wellbeing Days

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Some surety-related experience required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review bids and prepare surety bonds and invoices.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver construction advisory services.
• Coordinate and oversee the account team.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Digital Literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you curious about the inner workings of risk related to construction projects? Interested in working with a team of experts who are generous with sharing their knowledge and joining an industry-leading, highly inclusive organization? If this sounds like you, we should talk!

Note : This role is subject to our SmartWorking policy, which may allow for a hybrid work style.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

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

1. Review bids and prepare sunshine letters, surety bonds, and invoice preparation;
2. Lead by example and assist colleagues in delivering DAU to clients and prospects;
3. Deliver continuous excellence in servicing an existing book;
4. Collaborate with colleagues in Edmonton and Calgary branches to deliver the best of Aon to clients and prospects in need of construction advisory services and solutions;
5. Identify specific client and prospect needs and develop innovative and cost-effective solutions;
6. Ensure all procedures, internal client files, and correspondence are in compliance with Aon audit standards;
7. Review and revise Surety facilities;
8. Coordinate and oversee the account team and establish client service plans that prioritize activities and profitability in a value-based approach;
9. Participate in industry-sponsored events and industry committees;
10. Lead by example by demonstrating and sharing knowledge across all lines of business;
11. Perform other related duties as assigned.

How this opportunity is different

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions within our Construction & Infrastructure Group [C&I] at Aon Reed Stenhouse in Edmonton, Alberta. As an Associate Account Executive, you will report directly to the regional Manager, Construction & Infrastructure, Kevin Whitson.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

Our ideal candidate has some surety-related experience and excellent communication and relationship-building skills with diverse audiences.

1. Meticulous attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task;
2. A proven track record of prioritizing tasks under tight deadlines;
3. Ability to work collaboratively as a key team member and independently with minimal supervision;
4. Strong digital literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office;
5. Ability to learn quickly through self-directed learning and in-role training.

How we support our colleagues

Along with comprehensive benefits, we promote a diverse workforce and an inclusive, flexible environment that supports your wellbeing and work/life balance. We offer two “Global Wellbeing Days” annually and various flexible working arrangements, embracing our concept of Smart Working.