Account Executive Practice Leader

Position Overview

Aon is seeking an Account Executive Practice Leader for our Commercial Risk and Energy teams in Location: Houston. In this role, you will help empower results by delivering innovative and effective solutions for our Commercial Risk and Natural Resources/Energy clients. As part of an industry-leading team, you will drive talent development, support client retention and new business growth, and promote the value Aon delivers. Additionally, the base Salary: $215,000 to $275,000 per year (with adjustments based on education, experience, skills, and other factors) and eligibility to participate in an annual incentive plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Account Executive’s effective alignment with the Aon Leadership Model.
• Educate Account Executives and Account Managers through training in client management, risk management, insurer interface, and the use of Aon resources, processes, and tools.
• Marshal appropriate Aon resources to support retention, sales efforts, and client service.
• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing and originators to drive new and penetration sales, while enhancing AE skills regarding Aon’s products and specialty expertise.
• Work closely with the Houston Market Leader and the US Energy Practice Leader to lead key client management initiatives including Strategic Account Review and Client Return to Profitability Planning.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Experience Required: Typically at least 7-10 years of insurance experience with demonstrated managerial ability, strong project and team management, and negotiation skills.
• Possess in-depth working knowledge of the insurance industry and an understanding of diverse client needs across major lines of business.
• Demonstrated proficiency in PC office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with a focus on Risk and Insurance Management or Business-related studies.
• Requirements: Broker License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualifications: Professional designations such as CPCU, CIC, or ARM are preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: A comprehensive package including a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions, employee stock purchase plan, medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off (15 days vacation, 12 paid holidays, and paid sick leave), short-term and long-term disability options, health savings and reimbursement accounts, life insurance options, adoption and tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program.
• Inclusive workplace initiatives, Global Wellbeing Days, flexible work arrangements, and a continuous learning culture designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
• Eligibility for an annual incentive plan offering discretionary bonuses or production incentives in addition to base salary.