Executive Compensation Partner

AON PLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 275,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Aon is seeking a Partner in Talent Solutions, Executive Compensation Advisory to lead client engagements with Compensation Committees and senior leaders. You will drive revenue, oversee teams, and advance plan design and governance with deep executive compensation expertise.

The role emphasizes business development, collaboration across the practice, and developing talent while delivering data-driven solutions for complex compensation strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant work experience with progression shown.
• Expert knowledge of executive compensation strategy, design and implementation.
• Strong governance knowledge including SEC, ISS, Glass Lewis considerations.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by leading proposals, sales leads, and client relationships.
• Lead client teams delivering high-quality executive compensation advisory solutions.
• Develop and mentor team members and contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Executive compensation

Client relationship management

Business development

Leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA / Master's preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Posting Description

Aon is Hiring a Partner – Talent Solutions, Executive Compensation Advisory

As part of an industry-leading practice, you will help our clients make informed decisions by delivering data-driven, innovative, and effective solutions in our Talent Solutions Practice group supporting the Executive Compensation Advisory practice. As a Partner, you will balance multiple client engagements, establish relationships with Compensation Committees and senior business leaders to generate revenue, and lead client teams in the delivery of high-quality client solutions. You will also play a significant role in developing the technical/consulting skills of our team members, especially in the areas of plan design, plan implementation and compensation governance.

The ideal candidate would be located near a major Aon Office within the United States.

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.

Your Impact as a Partner:

Revenue Generation

• Generate revenue by responding to requests for proposals and sales leads and business relationships and proactive initiative.
• Contribute to business development through participation in industry forums.
• Identify current and future needs among our client base to pursue new or expanded work.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Share subject matter expertise on technical issues, business development techniques, and/or project management skills with colleagues.
• Provide leadership, day-to-day direction, technical training and professional mentoring to colleagues in the practice.
• Actively collaborate with peers.
• Offer input on staffing needs to meet business demands and help with recruitment and on-boarding or new team members.

Content Development

• Contribute to the development of innovative client solutions, including new plan design or implementation approaches.
• Promote brand awareness by writing articles and speaking publicly at industry events.

Knowledge and Expertise

• A minimum 15 years of relevant work experience with demonstration of prior career progression.
• Expert knowledge of executive compensation strategy, design, and implementation issues, including base pay, short- and long-term incentives and equity dilution management.
• Deep familiarity with corporate governance policies and trends, especially those related to SEC disclosure, ISS and Glass Lewis policies, and other technical areas impacting executive compensation.
• Proven track record of providing trusted advice to clients, understanding business problems, and providing potential solutions.
• Exceptional consultative skills, including relationship building, process definition and meeting facilitation.
• Advanced client, project, and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Recent executive compensation consulting experience within an executive compensation consulting boutique or full-service firm environment.

Education

• A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a related field.
• A master’s degree or MBA is preferred.

We offer you

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts,employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

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]

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Pay Transparency Laws:

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $275,000 to $325,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of New York, NY. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.