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Risk and Insurance Director (London, UK)

We're hiring!

Aon are currently recruiting a Risk and Insurance Director to join our team in London.

Aon Global Risk Consulting provides integrated solutions to help clients understand and improve their risk profile to increase profitability and protect their interests.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Risk and Insurance Director to work with one our prestigious global clients in the real estate investment management sector. The position will provide insurance and risk management advice and support for the European region and coordinate with global risk management as required for projects and corporate programmes. The position may require international travel, primarily within Europe.

The position has a dual reporting line to the Construction Director with dotted line reporting to the heads of risk management in the US.

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 team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Providing insurance and risk management advice and support to the European region.
• Negotiation and analysis of insurance and risk provisions of corporate and client programmes. Providing objective critique of carriers, coverage, pricing and capabilities.
• Review or develop a Risk Management Manual/Guidelines which addresses key issues and procedures. Identify essential subject matter and procedures for inclusion, such as certificates of insurance, contract review, special activities, claims reporting, loss control and coverage summaries
• Managing local and regional insurance data for the real estate portfolio. This will include working closely with Joint Venture partners and local asset and property managers.
• Supporting colleagues and Joint Venture partners on acquisitions and disposals in the portfolio. Alongside this, recommending insurance requirements for individual deals and procuring these with Aon broker partners.
• Coordinating global programme renewals and liaising with other global risk managers for this procurement.
• Working closely with the Aon claims team and loss adjusters to analyse and assess claims and loss information. Supporting colleagues in the management of claims, particularly large losses, and considering the broader business impact of these.
• Negotiating commercial positions on behalf of the firm, such as with clients and lawyers, including contractual negotiations, drafting of directives and technical insurance issues.
• Assisting with identifying and implementing risk management practices for the firm and its businesses.
• Providing support for enterprise risk projects as requested.
• Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework, and compliance with the Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks (including completion of mandatory training) that may adversely affect the business, interests or reputation of any Group Company.

How this opportunity is different

This is a fantastic chance to work at the heart of one of the world's largest real estate investors acting as an interface between their asset management team, the appointed Aon insurance broking team and insurance carriers.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Relevant general insurance and actual risk management experience.
• Thorough knowledge of all areas of commercial insurance and international insurance practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with brokers, insurers, vendors, and clients.
• Familiarity with established risk management practices; awareness of current risk management issues.
• General knowledge of legal process; experience in working directly with legal counsel.
• Administrative and organisational skills critical; excellent time management skills, flexibility and management of a variety of tasks simultaneously is necessary.
• Flexibility regarding assignments; responsiveness to the needs of the firm and its clients.
• Understanding of real estate operations, not essential but an advantage.
• Fluency in European languages is an advantage.

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.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities 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, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

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