Growth Leader - Financial Services

Aon Corporation•Chicago, IL

2d•$300,000 - $350,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Growth Leader will spearhead efforts to build and activate a community across Talent Solutions in the Financial Services sector. This role is responsible for leading a team of experts to bring cutting edge solutions, technologies and strategies to our clients. They will do this through integrating solutions and strategies across Talent, enabling GTM channels across Aon, and driving a targeted client engagement approach based on whitespace and market demand. The ideal candidate for this position will have strong client relationships in the financial services industry, industry expertise and be a strategic thinker with a proven track record for lead and revenue generation. This role will also partner closely with experts across Human Capital and Aon to bring client‑focused solutions and insights to market. This is a hybrid role and could be based out of Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Denver, Washington, D.C., or any major Aon hub. 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 makes Aon different are the people and the culture. Aon colleagues support each other, across geographies and solution lines. Aon has the tools plus depth and breadth of experience to drive great outcomes for our clients, while providing the optimal environment for the career and personal growth of our colleagues. This pivotal opportunity is for an accomplished leader who is ready to drive dynamic growth and innovation in the Total Rewards space. You will play a central role in growing Aon’s market presence, guiding some of the most influential employers in the U.S. to achieve lasting talent transformation and business success.

Requirements

Knowledge and expertise within the Financial Services sector.
Previous experience building and nurturing client relationships within financial services.
Understands the opportunity for our clients and can clearly express the Why.
Proven experience in GTM strategy, Talent enablement, or HR leadership.
Strong cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to translate strategic themes into actionable campaigns and toolkits.
Experience with client segmentation, whitespace analysis, and demand forecasting.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a related field.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree or MBA is preferred.

Responsibilities

Build a collaborative community and expert team focused on the Financial Services sector.
Integrate strategies, solutions, and perspectives across Talent Solutions to deliver a holistic and unified offering tailored to the Financial Services industry.
Partner with the Talent leadership team, Chief Commercial Office (CCO), and Aon Client Leaders to mobilize a cross‑Talent GTM team with a financial‑services focus.
Design and deploy a comprehensive GTM Toolkit including: Webinars, Podcasts, Boot Camps PowerPoint decks, Surveys, Videos 1‑pagers, Enterprise Client Leader and Human Capital Client Leader door‑openers, Go/No‑Go frameworks
Educate Talent and key GTM channels to empower them to initiate client conversations and open doors with financial services companies.
Forge lasting client relationships at some of the world's largest businesses, becoming a trusted advisor for the Financial Services industry in ways that transform their employee value proposition and elevate their talent.
Execute a targeted and thoughtful client approach informed by whitespace analysis and anticipated client demand.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Solution Leaders to identify and pursue high‑potential opportunities.
Ensure alignment between internal capabilities and external client needs.
Attend and present at relevant conferences in the Financial Services sector.
Act as a proactive, strategic self‑starter, identifying market opportunities and adapting to evolving client needs to drive the practice’s growth trajectory.
Thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment while championing the Aon United model and advancing business objectives.

Benefits

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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