Account Executive​/Broker - Construction Surety

Overview

Aon’s Surety Team is looking for an Account Executive/Broker I in the Northeast! As a leader in the industry, Aon is one of the largest surety brokers representing both contract and commercial clients domestically and globally. We are the top broker with the majority of the large surety companies. Aon is seeking candidates for a Surety Account Executive position to join our team.

This hybrid role can be based out of our New Jersey, New York City or Philadelphia office.

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.

• Responsible to manage and grow a portfolio of surety clients.
• Continuously provide advisory services by outlining the surety program options and providing guidance on the recommended structures specific to the client’s needs.
• Consult with clients regarding surety market conditions and the surety companies.
• Secure and manage surety facilities to meet the clients’ surety bond requirements. This process involves the receipt and review of materials including, but not limited to, financial, organizational, operational, and strategic information necessary to prepare a placement memorandum, negotiate terms and conditions, indemnity, and completion of requisite documentation.
• Management of the existing surety relationships on client surety programs, including participation in, establishing and moderating meetings with the sureties when necessary.
• Continuously monitor client company structure, operations, and credit profile in support of the surety program, including reviewing financial presentations.
• Work with the client service team as the client team lead in managing day-to-day account management of the surety business.
• Deliver new solutions for clients by reviewing their needs and ensuring surety credit is maximized.
• Drive growth by collaborating with internal sales producers, the Insurance Account Executives and other surety team members to bring in new clients or prospects. This includes contributing to the sales process and responding to RFPs.
• Preparing and presenting surety proposals and presentations.

This is more than an account management or transactional brokerage position. As a Surety Account Executive/Broker I, you will act as a strategic advisor to complex contract and commercial surety clients.

You’ll manage and grow a portfolio of sophisticated accounts, advise clients on surety program structure and market conditions, and lead negotiations with top-tier surety markets. You’ll work closely with internal producers and client service teams, serving as the surety lead while leveraging Aon’s full resources to deliver innovative solutions and maximize surety credit.

• 3+ years of experience in the Surety industry
• Relationship builder – internally and externally.
• Ability to travel.
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and technical proficiency is critical.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in business, preferably finance or accounting, or equivalent work experience

• A Property and Casualty Brokers License is required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire if not already active.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self  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…