Associate Director

Aon; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance firm is seeking an Associate Director to lead the Professional Indemnity team in London. This role involves managing client accounts, negotiating insurance, and delivering exceptional service. The successful candidate will have proven experience in the PI insurance sector and a solid understanding of industry dynamics. Enjoy flexible working and a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

25 days holiday

Healthcare options

Childcare vouchers

Global Wellbeing Days

Qualifications

• Experience in the PI insurance industry, especially in construction and engineering.
• Knowledge of London insurance market operations and processes.
• Familiarity with compliance regulations and IT systems in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day client service and account operations.
• Negotiate and market Professional Indemnity Insurance.
• Prepare documentation and market presentations for clients.

Skills

Proven experience in the PI insurance industry

Understanding of construction and engineering risk

Sound understanding of London insurance market dynamics

Effective communication skills

Ability to use insurance industry IT systems

Good understanding of compliance and FCA regulation

Teamwork abilities

Job description

We're Hiring, Are you ready for a new challenge?

Aon is currently recruiting an Associate Director to join our Professional Indemnity (PI) team, which forms part of our Global Broking Centre.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the account (client service) in collaboration with other team colleagues, and co‑ordinating and contributing to the marketing and negotiation of Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) business within the Lloyd’s and Company Markets.

If you need to flex your working pattern, Aon offers flexible and agile working policies, and we’re happy to discuss options with you upon application.

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

What the day will look like

• Supporting placing brokers to negotiate and place renewal and new business in a contract certain process
• Reviewing and drafting insurance contracts to ensure correct documents are issued to clients and insurers
• Signing insurance contracts with insurers via electronic placing platforms (such as PPL)
• Providing the highest level of service and technical expertise to clients.
• Preparing market presentations and broker submissions to respond to clients’ enquiries to insurers
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with insurance market and underwriters
• Proactively approach training and development to grow knowledge and ability to deliver excellence in client service
• Professionally represent Aon, demonstrating an understanding of corporate objectives.
• Effective working relationships with other Aon specialist areas of business.
• Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of required training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company.

How this opportunity is different

The London GBC Professional Services Group comprises over 20 brokers with various levels of experience and expertise. The team services a wide portfolio of global clients in collaboration with our Retail network colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is recognised in the market as being best in class within the Professional Indemnity sector and is known for its dynamic and innovative nature.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Proven experience gained within the PI insurance industry, ideally with an understanding of construction and engineering risk.
• Sound understanding of London insurance market dynamics and core processes
• Ability to use insurance industry IT systems to efficiently deliver client service
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Good understanding of compliance and FCA regulation
• Ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team

How we support our colleagues

This role offers a competitive salary and bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 25 days holiday. Through our flexible benefits, you will also have the opportunity to choose additional benefits, including healthcare, childcare vouchers and additional holiday.

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.

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 on [e-mail].

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.