Aon

Senior Vice President, Professional Services Practice

Aon$200K — $240K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in insurance or related experience, ideally with law firm clients.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interactions.
  • Proficient in data analysis to inform decision-making.
  • Ability to mentor and develop junior colleagues effectively.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Capable of managing multiple tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and guide client service teams to meet insurance needs.
  • Lead client interactions and advise on insurance programs.
  • Build and maintain relationships with insurance markets.
  • Prepare key deliverables and proposals for clients.
  • Analyze and report on client claims data for informed decision-making.
  • Drive business development initiatives within the practice, exploring new risks.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Employee stock purchase plan options.
  • Paid time off, including 12 paid holidays and 15 days of vacation.
  • Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs.
Full Job Description
What the day will look like

  • Manage and oversee team members who provide insurance broking and related advisory services for the insurance needs of professional service firm clients. Among others, this includes delegating tasks to team members and working with them to provide the following services:
  • Drive and lead client service teams in the delivery of services and advice to clients' senior management, risk managers and offices of general counsel.
  • Build relationships with insurance/reinsurance markets and participate in the broking of requisite insurance placements.
  • Provide advice, support, and prepare key deliverables to clients.
  • Advise and present to senior client contacts regarding their insurance programs, Aon deliverables, and in response to requests and inquiries.
  • Prepare underwriting submissions and claims exhibits for commercial (re)insurers.
  • Draft and prepare policy documentation and endorsements and prepare wording comparisons across different risks, when necessary.
  • Monitor the financial strength ratings of commercial (re) insurers.
  • Lead the accurate organization and administration of clients' claims data and its extraction for reporting purposes
  • Collaborate with the group's data and analytics leader in using data to assist clients in understanding and managing their professional liability risk. Prepare and analyze statistical exhibits and presentations in relation to historical claims experience.
  • Collaborate with team members and Aon's actuaries to analyze the cost of risk for the setting of (re)insurance premiums.
  • Prepare reports, summaries, papers, and meeting materials for delivery directly to clients.
  • Plan and coordinate client meetings and events as required.
  • Drive business development within the practice and the exploration of new and evolving risks and potential risk transfer and risk financing solutions.
  • Respond to queries from clients and commercial (re)insurers.
  • Manage and assist in the preparation and issuance of verifications of insurance.
  • Collaborate with colleagues in other Aon offices (Chicago, London, New York, Bermuda and elsewhere) in the coordinated delivery of service to clients.
  • Attend team meetings, maintain team/personal outstanding lists, and maintain files that clearly and accurately record the activities and communications of the team.
  • Attend training sessions, presentations and meetings that will assist with present and anticipated future responsibilities.


How this opportunity is different

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, conscientious, and career-minded individual to join our client service team. The Senior Vice President (SVP) role provides direct client responsibilities plus a need to support and collaborate with other Senior Managers on Professional Indemnity Insurance programs in addition to other insurance placements such as Cyber insurance, D&O/Management Liability and Property & Casualty programs. The SVP must manage and lead team members and ensure all clients' needs are promptly and accurately satisfied; ensure all deadlines are met on a timely basis; ensure quality standards are maintained and handle projects and responsibilities independently.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

  • 8+ years of previous insurance or related experience preferably dealing with law firm clients.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Experience in using data and models to deliver solutions.
  • Strong interpersonal skills. Experience as an effective team player. Motivated and self-directed. Able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize and control workflow deadlines, manage multiple tasks and responsibilities and be flexible.
  • Support the development of colleagues - train and mentor others effectively.
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word and Excel in particular).
  • Willingness to travel within the U.S. and internationally.

Education
  • Bachelor's degree. Master's Degree or JD would be a plus.
  • Brokers License (or willingness to obtain such license within 4 months).

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.

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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.
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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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