Business Unit Manager Renewable Energy - Johannesburg, South Africa - Aon Corporation

Aon Corporation

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Johannesburg, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Business Unit Manager - Renewable Energy
Are you a Renewable Energy specialist? Ready for the next chapter in your career? Read on

Aon South Africa is recruiting a Business Unit Manager to head up our Renewable Energy team, based on a hybrid basis, from our offices in Cape Town.

The role of the Business Unit Manager is to ensure that set revenue and profit targets are met within the business unit.

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 managing a Business Area and day-to-day running of that Business Area

Responsible for driving operational efficiencies and business changes to ensure business unit meets objectives

Contributes to the operational change strategies

Manages the delivery of services

Ensures compliance / regulatory requirements are adhered to

Assumes management responsibility for a team of client facing-, administrativeand/ or claims staff in order to ensure that high standards of client service are maintained

Responsible for a portfolio of client accounts (will be larger and more complex accounts or key clients at this level) and managing and coordinating all related activities

Responsible for building a "client profile" of risks and needs analysis for the above-mentioned clients

Responsible for structuring insurance programmes to meet these needs including producing policy documentation, leading or contributing to renewal meetings and leading or renewing fee negotiation

Responsible for the day to day running of Client's risk and insurance programmes and producing documentation when required (for more complex/valuable accounts)

Attends and contributes to client meetings acting as the "expert" on all client service activities (for more complex/valuable accounts).

Skills and experience that will lead to success

Qualifications

Be in possession of Grade 12 (Matric)
Be in a possession of a bachelor's degree
Have an insurance related tertiary qualification
Must be registered as a representative with the FSCA in terms of the FAIS Act
Must be registered as an associate with the IISA

Knowledge

Good understanding of applicable legislative environment that governs the industry.
Working knowledge of risk analysis methodologies.
A comprehensive knowledge of the South African and international shortterm insurance markets will be advantageous.
An indepth strategic knowledge of industry and business strategies and company goals will be advantageous.

Skills and Attributes.

Good communication skills
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in and with teams.

Experience.

Have a minimum of 6 years' management experience
Have year relevant experience within the insurance industry
Have a proven track record in the provision of risk management and insurance solutions across the full spectrum of business enterprises in South Africa.

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 recognise 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.