Business Development Manager - Online Employee Benefits Platform & Broking Services

Aon Corporation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm seeks a Business Development Manager to drive growth for its Online Benefits Platform in London. You will build relationships with mid-to-large corporate clients, lead strategic sales discussions, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative employee benefit solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in enterprise sales, particularly in HR technology, and possess excellent negotiation and analytical skills. This hybrid role offers a supportive culture focused on professional development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven record in enterprise sales within Employee Benefits technology or HR Technology.
• Experience managing complex sales cycles and meeting targets.
• Ability to cultivate multi-level relationships and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage pipelines of enterprise prospects.
• Lead value-based sales conversations with HR and C-suite decision-makers.
• Collaborate with consulting and technical teams to enhance sales success.

Skills

Enterprise sales success

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Relationship building

Solution-selling methodologies

Job description

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Business Development Manager - Online Benefits Platform & Broking Services

Location: London, UK (Hybrid)

Are you a driven enterprise sales professional passionate about transforming how organizations engage in Health, Wellbeing, and Employee Benefits?

Do you thrive on building long-term relationships, developing innovative solutions, and exceeding ambitious goals?

Join Aon as we shape the future of employee benefits through our industry-leading Online Benefits Platform and integrated Broking services.

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.

Role Purpose

As a Business Development Manager within our UK Health Solutions team, you will be at the forefront of driving new business growth for Aon's Online Benefits Platform and associated Broking services. You'll engage with senior leaders in mid-to-large corporate and global businesses, connect their objectives to Aon's technology and consulting expertise, and deliver strategic solutions that improve health and wellbeing outcomes for their employees.

What You'll Do

• Pipeline Ownership: Identify, develop, and manage robust pipelines of enterprise prospects and existing clients across the UK, ensuring consistent achievement of quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Strategic Sales & Discovery: Lead effective discovery sessions and value-based sales conversations to build trusted relationships with HR, Reward, and C-suite decision-makers. Diagnose business needs and present tailored proposals that align with client strategies.
• Market Expansion: Champion the adoption of our Online Benefits Platform and broking solutions by promoting innovation, thought leadership, and measurable impact.
• Account Planning: Construct strategic account plans, multi-thread executive relationships, and unlock expansion opportunities throughout the client lifecycle.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with colleagues across Aon-including consulting, analytics, technical, and broking teams-to support prospecting efforts and enhance ongoing sales success. Leverage the full breadth of Aon's expertise and resources to identify opportunities, access insights, and ensure best-in-class solutions are delivered to clients.
• Solution Positioning: Position Aon's Health Solutions as a market leader, articulating its quantifiable value and technical advantages to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Networking & Brand Representation: Represent Aon at industry events, networking forums, and in high-impact client meetings to grow relationships and strengthen our brand presence.

Skills & Experience That Will Lead to Your Success

• Proven record of enterprise sales success in Employee Benefits technology, HR Technology, SaaS, or broking, with experience managing complex sales cycles and consistently meeting targets.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial acumen, able to build a compelling business case for change.
• Experience selling HR or reward technology solutions to large organizations; broking experience in Health, Risk, or DC advisory is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate sophisticated technical concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Skilled at cultivating multi-level relationships and influencing HR leadership and C-suite stakeholders.
• Familiarity with modern consultative and solution-selling methodologies (e.g., Challenger, MEDDPIC, value-based selling).
• Self-motivated, agile, and resilient in a rapid, changing environment.

How We Support You

Aon empowers colleagues with flexibility (hybrid working), comprehensive benefits, and a culture of continuous learning and growth. Enjoy Global Wellbeing Days, inclusive work policies, and opportunities for professional development within a trusted and innovative global leader.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all candidates and colleagues to thrive.

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. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [e-mail].