Broker II - Credit & Political Risk

at Aon in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Aon is looking for a Broker II - Credit & Political Risk
Currently, we have an exciting career opportunity for a Broker II preferably in our New York, NY office or would consider candidates in our Chicago, IL or Washington DC locations. This role is supporting our Crisis Management Group, specifically with the political risk team. 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, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.What the day will look like
Provide outstanding and timely service and support to clients, relationship managers and originators
Identify and analyze client exposures
Facilitate the compilation of submission information in conjunction with clients, relationship managers, originators and service center support
Finalize market submissions.
Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of products and services, developing productive business relationships with key insurance underwriters
Provide status updates and continuous support and service to clients during entire placement process and entire period of engagement by client (this is a continuous process)
Handle and monitor premiums to prevent policy cancellation
Drive utilization of all available technology throughout placement process and client service process, including managing files for each client or prospect.
Develop, execute and implement client service plan
Understand the causes of E&O and avoid and adopt practices to reduce exposure
Adhere to all best practices
Replicate effective products/solutions
Retain and grow assigned clients/prospects
Recognize and develop opportunities
Adhere to the highest standards of professionalism and ethical behavior in all activitiesHow this opportunity is different
Aon Crisis Management delivers a unique broking proposition, bringing consistent and total risk management, on a global basis, to the perils of political risk, terrorism, political violence and product recall & contamination.
Going beyond traditional risk transfer solutions, our global network of product specialists offers a full range of consultancy services that concentrate on each aspect of the risk management approach. Through experience in the marketplace, and a relentless approach to find innovative solutions for our clients, each team of specialists provide risk management plans that transfer, avoid, accept, and mitigate exposure enabling clients to quantify their risk exposure and make informed decisions on the optimum balance between risk retention, risk management and risk transfer. Our team of specialist brokers, consultants and in-house claims management combine threat assessment, impact analysis and crisis management and response with individually structured insurance programs. Our unique, consultative approach enables our clients to implement the most appropriate measures to meet their duty of care and better protect their balances sheet, brand, and reputation.Skills and experience that will lead to success
Special skills:
Candidate must have good analytical skills, with a focus on client operations, financials, and industry expertise.
The position requires strong multi-tasking abilities and client facing skills.
Excellent communication, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to deal with people are a must
Required experience:
Solid understanding of global trade and finance and business environments.
2+ years of job experience within a broker role.
Education:
Bachelors Degree in International Relations, Political Science, International Economics or related field with MBA considered a plus

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 recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!
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... 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.