Marine Account Executive

Posting Description:
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your account management and relationship building skills? Do you get a thrill from landing new business and growing your client base? If so, this could be your next big career move Our dynamic team in Halifax is expanding, and we are on the lookout for passionate individuals who are eager to take their career to the next level. This is a fantastic chance to join a thriving team and make a significant impact.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit._

**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, diverse team, and are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

**What the day will look like**
- Producing documentation specific to Marine Placements accurately and within deadlines
- Servicing existing programs, identifying risk exposures and providing feedback on policy coverage
- Coordinating and providing support for sales initiatives including networking and meeting with prospective clients
- Reviewing policies, endorsements and producing invoices and other documentation as required
- Coordinating the delivery of client information
- Processing client requests for policy changes
- Analyzes client specific risk exposure and details coverage requirements; prepares and presents marketing proposals for renewals and new business
- Negotiates with underwriters to establish best terms and conditions with respect to premiums and coverage
- Continually works to develop thought leadership and expertise in the Marine segment through networking, technical training, and market/industry/client discussions
- Communicates current trends and issues to interested parties internally and externally
- Establishes and maintains strong relationships with the underwriting community
- Follows up with insurer to confirm terms of negotiated contract are met;
- In conjunction with other team members, prepares, reviews and approves client-ready documentation, including proposals, analysis, comparisons, manuscript policy documents, mid-term changes, new business and renewals

**How this opportunity is different**

As part of an industry-leading team, you will help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions as part of our Marine Business Group at Aon Risk Solutions in Atlantic Canada. As a Marine Account Executive, you will report directly to the Atlantic Canada Marine Manager and will work closely with the other members of this high-volume, high-performing team.

**Skills and experience that will lead to success**
- 5 years’ experience in the Insurance industry, preferably with some exposure to Marine insurance
- Demonstrated success in building “trusted advisor” style relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Proven ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines and while managing competing priorities
- Customer-centric approach to problem-solving
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Proven success working both collaboratively and independently as required
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Commerce or similar area of focus is preferred
- CIP or working towards same
- Ability to possess Provincial Insurance License

**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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