Early Career Dvlpmnt Prgm Asso-Direct Risk Svcs

Employee Type: Full Time Regular (R) Job Description: Company Overview Aon is a global leader in risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and outsourcing with more than 46,000 employees in more than 500 offices in 120 countries worldwide. We integrate customized services, leverage expertise across industries and apply business knowledge to our clients' strategic goals. Aon helps clients anticipate how change intersects with opportunity. Each of our clients has unique business needs, so we have developed expertise for a complete range of business processes, products and industries. Aon’s account and relationship managers form a comprehensive perspective of our clients’ organizations, matching our expertise to their business strategy.Program SummaryThe Early Career Development Program consists of a select pool of highly talented recruits who begin employment at Aon with an 18-month formal Development Program. During this 18-month period, associates aggressively learn the business and the Aon culture through on-the-job experience, a formalized development plan and a performance management process. Through this Program, associates build a skill and competency set that is relevant and valuable to the employee’s development and to the business line. Further, through their exposures, the associates will develop organizational knowledge, insight and business relationships.This position is within the Aon Risk Services Track of the Direct Development Program. The position is within the Dallas Commercial Risk Group, focusing on Risk Management and Risk Consulting within the Commercial Risk industry.The Direct Development Program places associates directly into one full-time position upon hire in various locations nationwide. Direct Development Program participants will focus their learning and development in one position, and remain in the position at the conclusion of the 18-month development Program. Direct Development Program opportunities are available in one of four tracks: Insurance Brokerage and Risk Management (ARS), Human Capital Consulting (Aon Consulting), Aon Underwriting Managers (AUM) and Actuarial. This position is within the Aon Risk Services Track of the Direct Development Program. This position is within the Aon Risk Services Track of the Direct Development Program. The position is within the Dallas Commercial Risk Group, focusing on Risk Management and Risk Consulting within the Commercial Risk industry.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAs a member of the Early Career Development Program, associates will be assigned specific responsibilities and performance objectives with their manager. Program associates will also be required to complete their assigned formal development plan set forth by the Program. Additionally, associates will be ambassadors of Aon by accomplishing the following:

Discuss assignment specifications and performance with mentor and manager

Complete assigned training curriculum

Support Aon’s values at all times

Represent the Program in a professional manner

Develop awareness of policies and adapt behavior accordingly

Approach all development opportunities with an open and positive mindset

Maintain realistic expectations of the Program

Give and receive constructive feedback

Attend and contribute to regularly scheduled meetings and team building activities

Participate in Program campus recruitment activities, if requiredSelection RequirementsThe selection of the Program associates will be based upon, but not limited to, the following criteria:
Candidates pursuing Bachelor Degrees with majors in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Human Resources (Labor Industrial Relations), Risk Management, Insurance or a related degree

December 2006-May 2007 graduates only, for start date of July 2007

A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred

Relevant work/ internship experience

Mature and professional demeanor

Involvement in extracurricular activities

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to cultivate relationships

Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills

The ability to work as an integral part of a team, fostering teamwork and cultivating relationships, as well as work independently or with minimal direction

Adaptability - quick learner

Positive attitude

Results-oriented

Strong PC skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office SuiteAon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are evaluated without regard to race, creed, sex, age, national origin, color, handicap, or disability.For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at