Placement Director

Placement Director, Financial Services Group (Global & Corporate), Sydney Are you interested in becoming a key member of Aon’s high‑performing Financial Services Group (Global & Corporate) placement team, working on some of Australia’s largest and complex companies. This role will see you partnering with a diverse portfolio of clients – including ASX 200 companies and large private organizations – to design and deliver market‑leading financial lines risk transfer solutions. The Opportunity As Placement Director, FSG – Global & Corporate, you will operate from within Aon’s Financial Services Group and report to National Leader FSG G&C. You will be a senior placement broker and technical resource for our largest corporate clients, shaping placement strategy across the Global & Corporate segment and leveraging Aon’s Global Broking Centre and international network. You will be at the forefront of complex Financial Lines placements for: ASX 200 companies Large private corporates with complex operational and financial risk profiles At Aon, our Placement team leverages insurance markets locally and globally to obtain the best results for our clients. This is achieved through delivering insurance placement solutions designed specifically to meet the unique needs and risks faced by our clients across a broad range of industries. Aon is a multi-faceted retail brokering and risk management service that specialises in providing products, services, and solutions to meet the diverse and varied needs of our clients. We help our clients anticipate the obstacles that stand in the way of achieving their business vision by providing innovative, effective solutions that help clear the path to their success. 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 Key responsibilities will include:- Providing Financial Lines technical advice and placement guidance to Aon’s Global & Corporate clients in New South Wales, Leading, managing and mentoring Placement Managers and Placement Executives Coordinating the broader placement team to deliver cohesive risk transfer strategies specific to Financial Lines Leading negotiations with underwriters and senior executives within our carrier partners to secure optimal terms Contributing to and implementing our market engagement strategies, ensuring strong, strategic relationships with local and international markets Shaping and refining Aon’s policy structures and wordings to address emerging financial lines risks and client‑specific requirements Creating and sharing insights with clients, carriers and colleagues using Aon’s data & analytics platforms to inform decision‑making and differentiate our offering. How this opportunity is different You are always more than just a job title at Aon, you’ll join a culture that values curiosity, integrity and teamwork. We’ll encourage and support you to broaden your expertise, take on new challenges, and grow your career – here in Australia and across our connected global network. Skills and experience that will lead to success Extensive experience within the Financial Lines insurance market with a distinct focus on risk identification and risk transfer for financial lines risk exposures Strong technical understanding of a broad range of Financial Lines Insurance products and risk solutions, including PI, D&O and Crime; Demonstrated success in managing team relationships and senior-level client relationships; Proven experience structuring and placing complex Directors’ and Officers’ Liability and Professional Indemnity programs for ASX listed companies Demonstrable track record in clearly articulating and delivering insurer engagement strategies for large or technically challenging risks Demonstrated success in managing team relationships and senior-level client relationship Outstanding negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at senior levels with clients, markets and internal stakeholders A resilient, proactive approach, comfortable working in an ever‑changing environment with competing priorities and deadlines Advanced analytical capability – able to interpret data, portfolio performance and market trends and translate them into clear recommendations Proficient in contract reviews – able to review key clauses, recommend enhanced positions and provide strategic advice on how to insure A developed insurer network at all levels and the ability to maintain and strengthen strategic market relationships. 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, colour, 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. #placementdirector #insurancebroking #financiallines #Li-NL1 #Li-Hybrid 2586526Placement Director, Financial Services Group (Global & Corporate), Sydney Are you interested in becoming a key member of Aon’s high‑performing Financial Services Group (Global & Corporate) placement team, working on some of Australia’s largest and complex companies. This role will see you partnering with a diverse portfolio of clients – including ASX 200 companies and large private organizations – to design and deliver market‑leading financial lines risk transfer solutions. The Opportunity As Placement Director, FSG – Global & Corporate, you will operate from within Aon’s Financial Services Group and report to National Leader FSG G&C. You will be a senior placement broker and technical resource for our largest corporate clients, shaping placement strategy across the Global & Corporate segment and leveraging Aon’s Global Broking Centre and international network. You will be at the forefront of complex Financial Lines placements for: ASX 200 companies Large private corporates with complex operational and financial risk profiles At Aon, our Placement team leverages insurance markets locally and globally to obtain the best results for our clients. This is achieved through delivering insurance placement solutions designed specifically to meet the unique needs and risks faced by our clients across a broad range of industries. Aon is a multi-faceted retail brokering and risk management service that specialises in providing products, services, and solutions to meet the diverse and varied needs of our clients. We help our clients anticipate the obstacles that stand in the way of achieving their business vision by providing innovative, effective solutions that help clear the path to their success. 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 Key responsibilities will include:- Providing Financial Lines technical advice and placement guidance to Aon’s Global & Corporate clients in New South Wales, Leading, managing and mentoring Placement Managers and Placement Executives Coordinating the broader placement team to deliver cohesive risk transfer strategies specific to Financial Lines Leading negotiations with underwriters and senior executives within our carrier partners to secure optimal terms Contributing to and implementing our market engagement strategies, ensuring strong, strategic relationships with local and international markets Shaping and refining Aon’s policy structures and wordings to address emerging financial lines risks and client‑specific requirements Creating and sharing insights with clients, carriers and colleagues using Aon’s data & analytics platforms to inform decision‑making and differentiate our offering. How this opportunity is different You are always more than just a job title at Aon, you’ll join a culture that values curiosity, integrity and teamwork. We’ll encourage and support you to broaden your expertise, take on new challenges, and grow your career – here in Australia and across our connected global network. Skills and experience that will lead to success Extensive experience within the Financial Lines insurance market with a distinct focus on risk identification and risk transfer for financial lines risk exposures Strong technical understanding of a broad range of Financial Lines Insurance products and risk solutions, including PI, D&O and Crime; Demonstrated success in managing team relationships and senior-level client relationships; Proven experience structuring and placing complex Directors’ and Officers’ Liability and Professional Indemnity programs for ASX listed companies Demonstrable track record in clearly articulating and delivering insurer engagement strategies for large or technically challenging risks Demonstrated success in managing team relationships and senior-level client relationship Outstanding negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently at senior levels with clients, markets and internal stakeholders A resilient, proactive approach, comfortable working in an ever‑changing environment with competing priorities and deadlines Advanced analytical capability – able to interpret data, portfolio performance and market trends and translate them into clear recommendations Proficient in contract reviews – able to review key clauses, recommend enhanced positions and provide strategic advice on how to insure A developed insurer network at all levels and the ability to maintain and strengthen strategic market relationships. 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, colour, 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. #placementdirector #insurancebroking #financiallines #Li-NL1 #Li-Hybrid