Executive Director - Corporate

Aon plc; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Income Protection options

Two wellbeing days per year

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Aon plc in Auckland seeks an Executive Director – Corporate to lead a portfolio of major client relationships, delivering strategic risk advice and superior service to large NZ-based companies. You will collaborate with clients, insurers and internal teams to drive retention, growth and client value.

Combining deep risk expertise with strong commercial leadership, you will shape client strategy, mentor colleagues, and advance the continued success of Aon’s corporate clients and organisation in

Qualifications

• Proven risk and insurance background.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders up to board level.
• Experience managing large corporate clients and complex risks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate client renewals, premium calculations and policy reviews.
• Provide advisory services and liaise with clients and underwriters.
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing relationships and new business.
• Mentor and develop colleagues across the broking team.

Skills

Risk & Insurance expertise

Client relationship management

Strategic advisory

Leadership & mentorship

Education

NZ Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) – General Insurance

Job description

Executive Director – Corporate

Are you an experienced senior broker looking to take the next step in your career? We have an outstanding opportunity for you to join Aon’s Auckland team as an Executive Director within our Corporate Broking division. Based in our Auckland CBD head office, you will be responsible for managing the risk and insurance needs for some of New Zealand’s largest companies.

Aon is in the business of better decisions:

With our dedication to your development, this career pathway could see you progress into various roles within the Aon business. We have teams based locally and around the globe, so joining the Aon team means you will have access to a range of knowledge and skill sets across various fields and geographies.

About the Role

Join a team where relationships, expertise, and innovation drive success. As an Executive Director, you will lead a portfolio of key client relationships, driving retention, growth, and service excellence. Working closely with clients, insurers, and Aon colleagues, you will provide strategic risk advice, develop tailored solutions, and find opportunities to expand and enhance client value.

Combining deep technical expertise with strong commercial leadership, you will help shape business strategy, mentor team members, and contribute to the continued success of our clients and organisation.

About the Role

As an Executive Director, you'll own and grow a portfolio of corporate clients, delivering strategic advice and outstanding service. You'll strengthen client partnerships, drive portfolio growth, and proactively identify and convert new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate client renewals, including premium calculations and policy reviews.
• Provide professional, accurate and effective response to client needs through liaison with clients and underwriters
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing client relationships and new business prospects, showcasing Aon’s value to clients.
• Provide support and mentorship to colleagues, sharing your expertise and helping to develop the next generation of broking talent.

What We’re Looking For

A natural relationship builder, someone who earns trust and respect through clear communication and genuine care with the ability to effectively engage with and present to stakeholders up to C-suite and Board level. Your background in insurance, specifically managing a large and complex clients, means you understand the complexities of the field and can confidently navigate client needs.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A proven risk and insurance background.
• A New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) – General Insurance (or working towards it).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to negotiate and present effectively.
• A strategic mindset, able to see the bigger picture and offer comprehensive solutions to clients.

Why Work at Aon?

We don’t just talk about culture, supportive workplaces—we live it. Here’s what you can expect:

• Friendly, collaborative teams both locally and across the globe.
• Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development.
• Opportunities to grow and progress across different areas of our business.

What’s in it for You?

• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Health and Life Insurance, plus Income Protection options
• Two Aon wellbeing days per year.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services

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.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, 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]