National Leader Alternative Risk Financing - AGRC

Aon; Montreal; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global risk management firm is seeking a visionary leader to head their Canadian Alternative Risk Financing practice. You will shape national strategies, drive business growth, and deliver innovative solutions to clients. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and strong communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decisions and develop cutting-edge risk solutions in a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Continuous learning culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in accounting or financial analysis.
• Experience in an insurance-related environment.
• Consulting background would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead national strategy for Alternative Risk Financing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Drive innovation in risk products and services.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, finance, math or economics

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Enterprise Risk Management Diploma (ERM)

Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP)

Canadian Risk Manager Diploma (CRM)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to head our Canadian Alternative Risk Financing practice. This role is responsible for shaping and implementing the national strategy, driving business growth, and delivering innovative risk financing solutions to our clients.

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 team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Lead national strategy for Alternative Risk Financing, growing client relationships and driving growth.
• Identify and contribute to business targets across individual, team, and national levels.
• Manage a pipeline of new and expanded sales opportunities.
• Conduct feasibility analysis for captives and reciprocals, including financials, coverage, domicile, and compliance.
• Monitor emerging risk financing trends and deliver strategic insights.
• Develop thought leadership through publications and presentations.
• Lead all aspects of enterprise risk diagnostics, governance, and technology systems.
• Promote Aon’s presence in the Canadian risk consulting market.
• Direct strategic initiatives for business development and client retention.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across all levels.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs and expand business.
• Ensure client satisfaction and resolve performance issues promptly.
• Foster a responsive, empowered team culture.
• Uphold operational excellence and compliance standards.
• Pursue personal development and recognition as a thought leader.
• Drive innovation in risk products and services.
• Provide expert mentorship on complex accounts and programs.
• Lead client service teams and manage delivery of client-facing services.
• Independently establish and grow strategic client relationships.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and deliver innovative solutions.
• Manage internal processes to ensure seamless client service delivery.

How this opportunity is different

This role offers a rare blend of strategic influence, thought leadership, and innovation within a nationally recognized practice. As the leader of Canada’s Alternative Risk Financing strategy, you’ll shape the future of risk solutions with direct impact on client outcomes and business growth. You’ll have the autonomy to build new relationships and expand existing ones, while leveraging Aon’s proprietary tools like the Global Risk Insight Platform. Unlike traditional roles, this opportunity emphasizes intellectual capital development, cross-functional collaboration, and visibility across executive-level stakeholders. You’ll be empowered to drive innovation, solve complex client challenges, and be recognized as a market-facing expert in risk financing.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

The ideal candidate will have an undergraduate degree in business, finance, math or economics or hold one or more of the following designations: Chartered Accountant (CA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Enterprise Risk Management Diploma (ERM), Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) Canadian Risk Manager Diploma (CRM).

A minimum of 10 years experience in accounting or financial analysis in an insurance related environment is also required. The appropriate candidate will be working with clients on a one-on-one basis, so strong communication and presentation ability is a must in addition to analytical, organizational and trouble shooting skills.

Consulting background would be an asset.

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.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

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