Senior Analyst - Ratings Advisory

at Aon in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Aon's Capital Advisory group is seeking to hire a Senior Analyst - Aon Reinsurance Solutions.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Analyst in our Ratings Advisory team. Primary office locations include Boston, Chicago, Minneapolis, New York, Northern New Jersey, and Philadelphia. Remote workstyle is an option but depends on candidate qualifications.
About Aon Capital Advisory:
Aon's Capital Advisory group is a firm-wide joint venture that combines expertise across various Aon disciplines, including Ratings Advisory, Corporate Finance, Analytics and Reinsurance Solutions. The goal of the Capital Advisory group is to provide objective and tailored holistic advice on the capital supporting clients' business and how it can be optimized and be most efficiently utilized. The Ratings Advisory team provides customized support to clients for all their rating agency needs, including capital modeling, profitability analysis, peer benchmarking, and strategic positioning for the most optimal rating outcome.
Job Description and Responsibilities:
The role is client facing and the colleague will interact with both internal Aon Reinsurance client teams as well as clients directly. The role will be focused on Rating Advisory support, where the colleague will be responsible for advising reinsurance clients through rating agency criteria and capital management strategies. Colleague will also be responsible for managing client relationships, providing expertise regarding rating agency criteria, and developing innovative tools and thought leadership research on behalf of clients. Colleague will be expected to work alongside other Capital Advisory functions, at times, such as Corporate Finance (M&A Advisory) and ReSolutions (Structured Reinsurance team), with the goal of growing client relationships.

The individual will work in a team environment on a variety of tasks, including:

Rating Agency Capital Modeling and Analysis - provide analytics and rating advisory support using rating agency capital models and company's financial statements and forecasts
Synthesize Information and Make Recommendations - research and analyze data and client financials through the lens of rating agency criteria; proactively identifying alternative ideas and solutions to meet client goals
Support Rating Agency and Board-level objectives - assist senior management in creating presentations and recommendations by developing expertise in rating agency methodologies
Establish and Maintain Client Relationships - build internal relationships within Aon and become a direct point of contact for Aon clients
Industry Research - track (re)insurance industry trends and translate that information into insights that aid client recommendations
Special Projects - participate in special projects and Thought Leadership content to further Aon's market presence
Work Across Capital Advisory Teams - provide support and collaborate with other capital advisory functions, including structured reinsurance solutions, corporate finance/investment banking, and capital markets transactions
Qualifications:
2-5 years of insurance industry experience
Ability to analyze insurance company financial statements
Proficient user of Microsoft Excel and Power Point
Experience with industry databases (S&P Global Market Intelligence/SNL and/or BestLink) are a plus
Knowledge of insurance STAT and GAAP accounting concepts is a plus
Bachelor's Degree ideally in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business or related major
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
CFA or CPA designation a plus
Skills and Experience:
Prior experience with data analysis and research concepts
Prior experience with rating agency and regulatory capital models is a plus
Focused, with strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills, client management and communication capabilities
Excellent presentation skills with ability to synthesize content from multiple sources
Ability to perform under time pressures
Self-directed with experience managing multiple, concurrent projects
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
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... For full info follow application link.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) 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, or domestic partner status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.