Partner & Practice Leader - Equity Services

Aon; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 275,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with employer contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance and commuter benefits

Job summary

Aon is seeking a Partner & Practice Leader for their Talent Solutions, Equity Services team. This leadership position involves setting strategy, overseeing operations, and driving business growth in various U.S. locations, including Philadelphia.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience, a strong background in equity compensation, and proven leadership skills. A comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $275,000 to $325,000 annually are offered for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience with prior career progression.
• Experience with leading large teams and developing future leaders.
• Expert knowledge of equity compensation strategy and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue through proposal responses and business initiatives.
• Guide teams through strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop innovative solutions while promoting brand awareness.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Equity compensation strategy

Project management

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree or MBA

Job description

Aon is Hiring a Partner & Practice Leader - Talent Solutions, Equity Services

NYC, Boston, Philadelphia, DC, Atlanta, Chicago, Minneapolis, San Francisco

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 & Board Advisory business. As a Partner Equity Services Team Leader, you will set strategy and long-term planning for the team, oversee all operations, staffing and administrative tasks, own the income statement for the business and balance multiple client engagements. The goals of the person in this role will be to generate and grow revenue for the Equity Services team, improve operational efficiency, identify areas of growth and improvement, innovate on new and existing solutions and drive engagement and professional development of the team. You will also play a significant role in the leadership of the greater Executive & Board Advisory business, helping to grow collaboration and process improvement for the greater business.

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

What the day will look like

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 and events.
• Identify current and future needs among our client base to pursue new or expanded work.
• Build relationships inside and outside of Aon to drive collaboration and business growth.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Guide teams through strategic initiatives and business change
• Set strategy for the business including where to make investments, where to make changes, and how to improve operational efficiency without impacting growth.
• 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, leveraging colleagues and technology.
• Promote brand awareness by being active within Aon and at industry events.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• A minimum 10 years of relevant work experience with demonstration of prior career progression.
• Experience with leading large teams and developing future leaders and consultants.
• Experience running a business or solution line using colleagues, technology and innovation to drive business outcomes.
• Expert knowledge of equity compensation strategy, design, and implementation issues, including financial reporting, program design and administration.
• 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

• Experience managing a P&L is preferred

Education

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

Benefits

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.

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.

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.