Aon

Account Executive - Surety

Aon • $80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in construction and infrastructure risk management
  • Strong understanding of the surety field
  • Highly organized and self-motivated
  • Commitment to continuous learning
  • Ability to analyze contract and bond language

Responsibilities

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities
  • Provide executive-level client contact and service existing clients
  • Conduct financial analysis of client businesses
  • Analyze contract and bond language for risk guidance
  • Collaborate with Associate Account Executives for bond execution
  • Work with colleagues in Edmonton and Calgary to deliver client solutions
  • Participate in industry events and committees

Benefits

  • Hybrid work flexibility under Aon's SmartWorking policy
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Two Global Wellbeing Days each year
  • Support for work/life balance
  • Access to corporate and on-the-job training
  • Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
Full Job Description
Are you looking for an opportunity to take your Surety career to the next level? Are you intrigued by the idea of working with industry-leading experts and having loads of professional development opportunities? If this sounds like you, read on!

Note: This vacancy is eligible under Aon's SmartWorking policy and is therefore a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Calgary office.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.

What the day will look like

While no two days are the same, some of the key responsibilities of our new colleague will be:
  • Identifying and engaging in pursuit of new business opportunities
  • Providing executive level client contact including servicing existing client's facilities, identifying surety issues and providing advice and options for resolution, prompting surety meetings, maintaining regular contact, and discussing industry issues
  • Financial analysis of client business and review of supporting agreements to provide advice on impact to clients bonding facility
  • Analyzing contract and bond language, share review and provide guidance to clients from a risk perspective
  • Collaborating with Associate Account Executives to ensure accurate and timely bond execution and delivery
  • Collaborate with fellow colleagues in Edmonton and Calgary branches to deliver the best of Aon to clients and prospects in need of construction advisory service and solutions
  • Participating in industry sponsored events and maximize opportunities to become involved with various industry committees
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

How this opportunity is different

The Construction & Infrastructure team at Aon is made up of passionate, dedicated colleagues who thrive on finding creative and effective surety solutions for their clients. Our new colleague will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated projects, interacting with a variety of internal and external partners. You will also have access to both corporate and on-the-job training that will support your personal and professional development.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

Our ideal candidate brings experience with construction and infrastructure risk, and ideally has a solid understanding of the surety field. You are highly organized, self-motivated and committed to continuous learning.

How we support our colleagues

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. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

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, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves.

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About Aon

Aon plc is a leading global professional services firm that provides a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in London, England. Aon operates in more than 120 countries and has a team of over 50,000 employees. The company's services include risk management, insurance brokerage, reinsurance brokerage, human capital consulting, and retirement solutions. Aon is committed to helping clients manage risk and achieve their goals, and is known for its innovative solutions and industry expertise. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AON.
Learn more about Aon
Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$62.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.9 billion
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$11 billion
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