Business development specialist

Posting Description:

Aon is currently seeking a Business Development Specialist I to impact direct new business growth at Aon Affinity and help redefine how companies and clients deal with insurance online.

This position has the capability to be either hybrid or virtual, anywhere in the United States.

This position focuses on educating clients on risk and insurance products, submitting and brokering business, presenting and closing opportunities and servicing accounts. You will receive a competitive base salary and have the chance to earn performance bonuses based on your individual and team performance. This role is fast-paced and an ideal fit for goal-oriented, hardworking individuals looking to make a difference. KPIs/Metrics are shared transparently across the 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 team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like:

• Meets personal and team sales targets as established focusing on small to mid-size accounts which are stalbe in nature within identified markets
• Contacts assigned healthcare prospects to sell multiple product units by nature of clients
• Reviews client's business and financial data to ascertain whether products meet the client's needs and circumstances
• Negotiate terms with internal and external underwriting staff
• Prepares sales presentations, contracts and proposals subject to review by manager
• Receives periodic coaching from manager or more experienced professionals

Skills and experience that will lead to success:

• P&C license is preferred, or must obtain within 60 days of hire
• Insurance sales, prospecting and relationship management experience
• Experience working in a highly regulated industry
• Has excellent written and verbal/listening skills
• Focuses on consultative interactions with individuals representing small to mid-size firms
• Works well in a team environment
• Embraces technology improvements to help you think outside of the box

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of industry experience

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. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

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 [email protected] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $50,000 to $60,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s incentive plans to receive production incentives in addition to base salary. The amount of any production incentives varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

A summary of all the benefits offered for this position:

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 discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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