Head of Office - Corporate Risk (Leeds, UK)

We’re hiring! Are you a dynamic leader ready to shape the success of a thriving, high-performing office? Do you have the vision, influence and problem-solving capability to drive growth in a complex market?

Aon are now currently recruiting for a Head of Office to lead our Corporate risk team in Leeds! This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility to work both virtually and from our Leeds Embankment 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.

What the day will look like

• Lead the delivery of regional and national strategy at branch level, contributing to its ongoing development alongside the Regional Director.

• Develop and execute the branch business plan, driving performance, growth and profitability across the office.

• Act as the ‘face of Aon’ locally, building a strong external profile and positioning Aon as the broker of choice.

Business leadership

• Drive revenue performance through forecasting, client profitability insights and activity analysis, ensuring risks are identified and managed.

• Embed a consistent approach to client management, account planning and service delivery across all teams.

• Build strong relationships with insurers and internal stakeholders, including Claims, Trade Credit, Premium Finance and Operations.

• Ensure robust governance, regulatory compliance and accurate, timely invoicing.

Client growth and retention

• Lead client retention and organic growth strategies, including oversight of key client defences.

• Partner with the Sales team to deliver new business and profitable growth.

• Maximise opportunities to introduce the wider Aon offering across Risk, Claims and specialist solutions.

People leadership

• Lead, coach and develop the branch leadership team, driving a high-performance culture.

• Build a strong talent pipeline, with clear succession plans and ongoing development for key roles.

• Create an inclusive, motivated and collaborative environment aligned to Aon’s values.

Wider business contribution

• Support broader Commercial Insurance initiatives and contribute to growth and retention across Aon.

• Share best practice and drive consistency across the region and wider business.

• Raise Aon’s profile locally through networking, events and market engagement.

Compliance and governance

• Promote a strong compliance culture, ensuring all regulatory and internal standards are understood and met.

• Lead by example, embedding consistent processes and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

How this opportunity is different

This is a high-impact leadership role at the centre of one of Aon’s key regional offices, offering the autonomy to shape strategy, drive performance and make a visible difference in a competitive market. With access to market-leading data, analytics and global expertise, you’ll be empowered to make informed, strategic decisions that deliver value for both clients and the business.

At the same time, you’ll play a key role in developing talent, strengthening culture and leading a high-performing team in a growing and ambitious office.

This is an opportunity to combine commercial leadership, market influence and people development in a role that offers real breadth, visibility and long-term career progression within Aon.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Broad insurance knowledge, including market landscape, Aon’s solutions and client risk exposures

• Strong leadership skills, with a proven ability to motivate, develop and manage high-performing teams

• Demonstrated success managing relationships with mid-market and large corporate clients

• Commercially astute, with a strong understanding of market dynamics, business drivers and financial performance

• Confident negotiator with experience in fee setting, client retention and growth strategies

• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on delivery

• Highly results-driven, with a strong client and people focus

• ACII qualified (or equivalent)

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