Public Affairs Director- State and Local

About the role

This position reports to the Vice President of Government and Public Affairs and is office-based in Chicago. The role requires travel 2–3 times per month. The Public Affairs Director serves as a key point of contact for monitoring and analyzing legislative and regulatory developments that could impact Aon and the insurance industry, translating policy developments into clear insights for business leaders while supporting government relations, advocacy efforts, regulatory meetings, and industry partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Serve as point-of-contact for assigned states
• Assist with development and compilation of materials (leave-behinds, fact sheets, etc.) for meetings and advocacy work across North America
• Monitor and track activities in state legislation and policies relevant to Aon
• Review and provide analysis on state legislation and regulatory activities impacting Aon and the insurance industry
• Draft regular legislative activity reports
• Attend state regulatory meetings as needed
• Administer, manage, assist, and participate in events/meetings as assigned by the Vice President of Government and Public Affairs (including meeting planning, registration, logistics, speaker recruitment, content development, and presenting)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (required); graduate degree in public policy, administration, or business administration (preferred)
• Policy Analysis: Experience assessing policies to inform decision-making and drive organizational effectiveness and efficiency
• Government Relations & Affairs: Experience managing interactions and relationships with government entities to influence public policy and regulatory decisions; building and maintaining correspondence with government officials and agencies
• Researching & Communication: Expertise gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing information from various sources to support decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic planning; conveying accurate and relevant information to internal and external audiences through emails, meetings, reports, and presentations
• Proficiency with MS Office, internet research, database information systems, e-advocacy systems, and bill tracking programs (preferred)
• Proficiency managing client relationships to build partnerships, enhance reputation, and achieve organizational objectives
• Experience collaborating with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders to achieve organizational goals
• Efficient, organized work style with ability to prioritize quickly and confidently and manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to understand the long-term impact of policy decisions and strategies
• Knowledge of insurance industry (preferred)

Pay

Salary range: $130,000 – $150,000 annually (for U.S. applicants). Actual salary varies based on education, experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data, and geographic location. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus under one of Aon’s annual incentive plans; bonus amount varies and is subject to the applicable plan terms.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Various types of leaves of absence
• Paid time off including 12 paid holidays per calendar year
• 15 days of paid vacation per year
• Paid sick leave as provided under state and local 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
• Employee assistance program including free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. Job ID: 2589861.