Principal Broker

Posting Description:
**Principal Broker - Commercial Crime**:
Are you a commercial crime or financial lines expert? Ready for the next chapter in your career? Read on

Aon South Africa is recruiting a Principal Broker in our Broking department, based on a hybrid basis from our Head office in Sandton. The role of the Principal Broker is to build productive, working relationships with clients and in so doing retain the business unit’s client base.

**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**:
Responsible for delivering the Aon broking proposition.

Responsible for leading (if appropriate) a team to deliver the Aon broking proposition

Tailors and implements agreed business unit strategy for broking activities

Responsible for working on complex and high value deals.

Responsible for providing advice to clients and colleagues in respect of:

- placement design
- available coverage and capacity
- likely pricing
- potential coverage enhancements and
- market progress.

Responsible for cross-selling into other areas of the business

Responsible for negotiating the terms and conditions of placement

Provides specialist advice to clients and colleagues

Builds strong market relationships across a number of locations

Maintains awareness of all available Aon Specialist products.

Maintains necessary management information and completes required administrative tasks (ECM, time tracking, GRIP data and so on).

**How this opportunity is different**:
What makes Aon different are the people and the culture. Aon colleagues support each other, across geographies and solution lines. Aon has the tools plus depth and breadth of experience to drive great outcomes for our clients, while providing the optimal environment for the career and personal growth of our colleagues.

**Skills and experience that will lead to success**:
**Qualifications.**
- Be in possession of Grade 12 (Matric)
- Have an insurance related tertiary qualification (Minimum NQF Level 5)
- Must be registered as a representative with the FSCA in terms of the FAIS Act
- Must be registered as an associate with the IISA

**Knowledge.**
- Knowledge of the South African and international short-term insurance markets.
- General financial lines product knowledge.
- Specific Commercial Crime insurance knowledge will be a significant advantage.
- Strategic knowledge of industry and business strategies and company goals.
- General knowledge of insurance solutions across the full spectrum of business enterprises in South Africa.
- Good understanding of applicable legislative environment governing the industry.
- Solid understanding of risk analysis methodologies.
- Knowledge of underwriting and claims administration/management, including dealing with complex claims.

**Skills and Attributes.**
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work optimally in and with teams.

**Experience.**
- Have proven experience within the insurance industry
- Have significant specific financial lines experience.
- Commercial crime experience will be a distinct advantage.
- Experience in financial planning, forecasting and budgeting.

**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.

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