Head of M&A, Human Capital, North America

Overview

Head of M&A, Human Capital - North America

The primary focus of the Head of Human Capital M&A is to drive growth, best-in-class advisory support, thought leadership, and innovation across a range of human capital issues related to merger & acquisition activity. This role is responsible for leading the global go-to-market strategy for Aon’s Human Capital M&A consulting business for North America. This role will work in close partnership with colleagues in Aon’s human capital business and with colleagues in Aon’s Risk Capital M&A business to generate opportunities for our Human Capital consulting businesses (health, wealth, and talent). Additionally, the role will lead liaison with client relationship managers in Aon’s Enterprise Client Group and Human Capital Aon Client Leadership teams to represent Aon’s capabilities to be the trusted advisor for M&A activity. The position can be located in any or our main office locations in North America.

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 team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What The Day Will Look Like

• Providing growth leadership, setting the go-to-market direction and ensuring consistency in how we sell, service and manage global M&A projects.
• Close partnership with M&A team in Risk Capital and relationship management teams to drive sales pipeline for Human Capital M&A projects.
• Working with subject matter experts within the Human Capital consulting businesses to sell and deliver large projects. Leading the teams as player-coach. Will expect leader to be involved in sponsoring the largest bids/client relationships.
• Drive greater consulting and advisory capability and projects, leveraging best practices from each Solution Line.
• Partner with sub-regions to drive margin-accretive growth.
• Prioritizing resources and cases for biggest impact; leading Aon’s response to large RFPs for M&A activity, and leveraging feedback to shape our evolving value proposition.

Driving a Connected Aon Proposition

• Working in close partnership with leaders of Human Capital and EMEA Head of Human Capital M&A to develop a joined-up Aon value proposition of M&A solutions for all segments.
• Encouraging all colleagues working on M&A projects to represent all of Aon (Human Capital and Risk Capital) as we bring our capabilities to the market.
• Develop and drive Aon’s external and internal brand presence through events, thought leadership and education.

Skills And Experience That Will Lead To Success

• Proven track record leading large M&A projects and driving growth in a complex global environment.
• Exceptional influential leadership. Ability to work in a matrixed environment and drive collaboration.
• Proven track record of winning and building long-term and service-oriented relationships with large corporate clients.
• Deep understanding of Human Capital issues that are related to M&A activity—including legal restrictions, harmonization of programs and integration activities.
• Working knowledge of environment and trends and issues across different geographies.
• Ability to create and execute a strategy with a strong commercial lens.
• Exceptional communication skills to convey compelling messages across all levels and geographies.

How We Support Our Colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile 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 for our colleagues as well.

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 and inclusive 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 history are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at View email address on click.appcast.io or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $245,000 to $325,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on the 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 the applicant’s geographic location.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans in addition to base salary. The amount of any incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including 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 counselling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.