Client Manager/Commercial Account Executive

Commercial Client Manager / Account Executive - Leeds

Are you looking for the chance to build a career at a leading risk adviser and insurance broker? Can you bring cross-class commercial insurance experience underpinned by proven client management expertise to a new, growth focused role? If so, then we'd love to hear from you in connection with this brand-new role offered on a hybrid working basis from our wonderful Leeds, South Central 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 organisation, 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

In this role, you’ll act as a trusted adviser to Mid‑Market businesses across the UK, working closely with owners, MDs and FDs to understand their risks and deliver tailored insurance and risk management solutions. You’ll combine strong client relationships with commercial drive, using the full breadth of Aon’s capabilities to help clients protect, grow and future‑proof their businesses — while building a profitable and sustainable portfolio of your own.

Responsibilities will include:

• Building trusted relationships with business owners and senior decision‑makers, acting as their primary risk and insurance adviser

• Designing and delivering bespoke insurance programmes, supported by proactive risk management and claims advocacy

• Identifying new business opportunities, referrals and cross‑sell solutions through Delivering Aon United

• Owning and developing a strong pipeline of new and existing opportunities to drive revenue growth

• Collaborating with specialist teams across Aon to deliver joined‑up, high‑quality client solutions

• Managing your client portfolio in line with Aon’s risk, compliance and governance frameworks

How this opportunity is different

This is more than a traditional broking role. You’ll operate at the heart of the UK Mid‑Market, acting as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior leaders, with the autonomy to shape client relationships and the backing of Aon’s full global capability. You’ll combine the feel of a local, relationship‑led business with the scale, insight and innovation of a market‑leading firm — giving you genuine influence, variety and long‑term career growth.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Proven client relationship experience in the insurance industry, with experience in the core lines of commercial risks is essential.

• Experience dealing with Mid-market commercial and corporate insurance risks is desirable.

• Commercial understanding of business i.e. market forces, business drivers, market dynamics, competitors and risks, etc.

• A growth mindset with an eye for new business opportunites

• An effective communicator and presenter.

• Client focused with a consultative approach and dedication to excellence in the provision of client service.

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