Do you have a passion for keeping your organization safe? Are you looking for a global role with tremendous impact? Our Chicago based Head of Crisis and Special Risk Management position may be exactly what you are looking for! 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 we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Responsible for Global Emergency Operations Center, Global Travel Risk, Proactive Security Intelligence, Special Contingency, Event Security, and Executive Protection:
Provides oversight for programs and drives adoption of global standards in the function.
Accountable for developing and implementing risk management strategies, policies, and procedures.
Helps champion change initiatives.
Identifies opportunities for process improvement that will improve the function.
Perform risk assessments, identify issues and/or control gaps, and recommend remediation plans.
Innovate automated solutions to drive greater efficiencies with dynamic and static data across travel, facility and resiliency.
Act as global lead for crisis and incident management thru the Global Emergency Operations Center (GEOC).
Develop the travel risk management process, awareness and advocacy program across the firm.
Led the event security and Executive Protection strategy and operating model.
Optimize automation through our networked solutions in CVENT, Critical Event Management and risk intelligence.
Identify, coordinate and complete tabletop exercises as needed and according to various regional/country regulatory obligations/requirements.
Support high level Aon events in-person which directly face the clients.
High decision-making responsibility. Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments. Decisions have a major day to day impact on area of responsibility.
Lead a global team.
Manage project implementations, timelines, deliverables and change management from internal customers and stakeholders for GSS initiatives, identify roadblocks to success and solution options to move forward.
Lead talent activities, such as organizational design, coordination of talent & performance reviews, and development of engagement plans.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
8-10 years of experience in global security.
Ability to independently lead large-scale program(s).
Possesses strong ability to work with and influence senior leaders.
Strong financial and business acumen.
A strong executive presence, well-developed presentation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment.
Communicate with clarity, conviction, and confidence across all levels, both up and down the organization. Able to understand and work in a large scale, complex matrix environment.
Aon business knowledge (Required).
Working knowledge of Everbridge system (Required).
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
Education : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of industry experience.
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive 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, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!
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, diverse 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. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [email protected]
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $160,000 to $180,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, IL. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
A summary of all the benefits offered for position:
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance. This role does not accrue vacation. Rather, this role is eligible to take paid time off at the discretion of the employee and management in accordance with Company policy and practices. Various other types of leaves of absence; paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Do you have a passion for keeping your organization safe? Are you looking for a global role with tremendous impact? Our Chicago based Head of Crisis and Special Risk Management position may be exactly what you are looking for!
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 we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Responsible for Global Emergency Operations Center, Global Travel Risk, Proactive Security Intelligence, Special Contingency, Event Security, and Executive Protection:
Provides oversight for programs and drives adoption of global standards in the function.
Accountable for developing and implementing risk management strategies, policies, and procedures.
Helps champion change initiatives.
Identifies opportunities for process improvement that will improve the function.
Perform risk assessments, identify issues and/or control gaps, and recommend remediation plans.
Innovate automated solutions to drive greater efficiencies with dynamic and static data across travel, facility and resiliency.
Act as global lead for crisis and incident management thru the Global Emergency Operations Center (GEOC).
Develop the travel risk management process, awareness and advocacy program across the firm.
Led the event security and Executive Protection strategy and operating model.
Optimize automation through our networked solutions in CVENT, Critical Event Management and risk intelligence.
Identify, coordinate and complete tabletop exercises as needed and according to various regional/country regulatory obligations/requirements.
Support high level Aon events in-person which directly face the clients.
High decision-making responsibility. Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments. Decisions have a major day to day impact on area of responsibility.
Lead a global team.
Manage project implementations, timelines, deliverables and change management from internal customers and stakeholders for GSS initiatives, identify roadblocks to success and solution options to move forward.
Lead talent activities, such as organizational design, coordination of talent & performance reviews, and development of engagement plans.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
8-10 years of experience in global security.
Ability to independently lead large-scale program(s).
Possesses strong ability to work with and influence senior leaders.
Strong financial and business acumen.
A strong executive presence, well-developed presentation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment.
Communicate with clarity, conviction, and confidence across all levels, both up and down the organization. Able to understand and work in a large scale, complex matrix environment.
Aon business knowledge (Required).
Working knowledge of Everbridge system (Required).
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
Education : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of industry experience.
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive 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, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!
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, diverse 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. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email [email protected]
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $160,000 to $180,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, IL. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
A summary of all the benefits offered for position:
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance. This role does not accrue vacation. Rather, this role is eligible to take paid time off at the discretion of the employee and management in accordance with Company policy and practices. Various other types of leaves of absence; paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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