Broker - UK Commercial Risks, Glasgow
Are you an experienced UK commercial insurance professional with an in depth knowledge of the core classes of business and the carrier marketplace too ? Are you an accomplished communicator, negotiator and influencer with the ability to secure the best possible client outcomes at all times ? If so, then we'd love to hear from you in connection with this specialist placement role offered on a hybrid basis with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Glasgow Office .
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 organisation, 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
In this wide and varied role you'll be collaborating regularly with colleagues in our Client Service teams and will also work closely with the Clients directly to understand and appreciate each risk and the outcomes required. Accountabilities will include:
Implementation of the Retail Broking Strategy and procedures
1. Handle all broking activities for portfolio of clients and prospects ensuring that Aon is never outbroked
2. Manage trading relationships with insurers
3. Analyse the insurance market and cascading information back to the client service team
4. Improving the quality and efficiency of the broking process
How this opportunity is different
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful, innovative and dynamic regional broking team and to become involved in the placement of some diverse, large commercial UK, European and Global insurance portfolios. Working from our Glasgow office you'll be repsonsible for the placement of a wide range of core -commercial risks emanating from our Glasgow, Aberdeen and Edinburgh locations.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
5. A detailed knowledge of commercial insurance market practices and dynamics including an understanding of the financial issues that drive the market
6. The ability to work optimally with colleagues in an environment where success often depends on influencing skill rather than direct control.
7. An effective and reasonable negotiator with an understanding of the importance of sustainability.
8. An effective listener and an eloquent communicator
9. Confidently articulate Aon’s strategy
10. Acts with the highest integrity and professional standards
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!