Partner Executive Jobs in Illinois
Partner Executive jobs in Illinois are active across professional services, financial technology, healthcare consulting, and enterprise software, with demand at every level from newly promoted associates through senior equity partners. Chicago anchors most of the hiring, with additional openings in Schaumburg and Naperville, where companies like Deloitte, Hyatt, and Allstate maintain substantial Illinois operations. The most sought-after specialties are client portfolio management, strategic alliance development, and cross-functional business development within regulated industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As part of an industry-leading practice, you will help our clients make informed decisions by delivering data-driven, innovative, and effective solutions in our Talent Solutions Practice group supporting the Executive Compensation Advisory practice. As a Partner, you will balance multiple client engagements, establish relationships with Compensation Committees and senior business leaders to generate revenue, and lead client teams in the delivery of high-quality client solutions. You will also play a significant role in developing the technical/consulting skills of our team members, especially in the areas of plan design, plan implementation and compensation governance.
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.
Your Impact as a Partner:
Revenue Generation
- Generate revenue by responding to requests for proposals and sales leads and business relationships and proactive initiative.
- Contribute to business development through participation in industry forums.
- Identify current and future needs among our client base to pursue new or expanded work.
- Share subject matter expertise on technical issues, business development techniques, and/or project management skills with colleagues.
- Provide leadership, day-to-day direction, technical training and professional mentoring to colleagues in the practice.
- Actively collaborate with peers.
- Offer input on staffing needs to meet business demands and help with recruitment and on-boarding or new team members.
- Contribute to the development of innovative client solutions, including new plan design or implementation approaches.
- Promote brand awareness by writing articles and speaking publicly at industry events.
- A minimum 15 years of relevant work experience with demonstration of prior career progression.
- Expert knowledge of executive compensation strategy, design, and implementation issues, including base pay, short- and long-term incentives and equity dilution management.
- Deep familiarity with corporate governance policies and trends, especially those related to SEC disclosure, ISS and Glass Lewis policies, and other technical areas impacting executive compensation.
- Proven track record of providing trusted advice to clients, understanding business problems, and providing potential solutions.
- Exceptional consultative skills, including relationship building, process definition and meeting facilitation.
- Advanced client, project, and time management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Recent executive compensation consulting experience within an executive compensation consulting boutique or full-service firm environment.
- A bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in a related field.
- A master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
We offer you
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, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, 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.
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.
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Pay Transparency Laws:
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $275,000 to $325,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on 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 applicant’s geographic location.
The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of New York, NY. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Telecommunications
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in partner executive jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field recognized by an Illinois employer
- Seven or more years of progressive account management or business development experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage a multi-million-dollar client portfolio independently
- Experience working across cross-functional teams including legal, finance, and operations
- Strong proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills suited to C-suite stakeholders
Partner Executive Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a partner executive in Illinois?
The most direct path is building a foundation in client-facing roles, typically starting in account management, business development, or consulting within an Illinois firm. Illinois does not require a state-issued license specific to the partner executive title, but many employers in regulated industries such as insurance or financial services expect candidates to hold relevant designations like a Series 65 or Illinois insurance producer license before advancing to partner-level responsibilities. An MBA from an Illinois institution can accelerate promotion timelines.
Which companies hire partner executives in Illinois?
Employers hiring partner executives in Illinois right now include Tiger Analytics, AXA, and Aon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and global professional services firms makes it one of the more consistent markets in the Midwest for partner-level openings year-round.
Which Illinois cities have the most partner executive jobs?
Chicago and Joliet have the most partner executive openings in Illinois. Chicago generates the large majority of roles because it is home to the corporate headquarters of major professional services, insurance, and technology firms, while Schaumburg and Naperville attract openings from the suburban campuses of enterprise software and financial companies headquartered along the I-90 and I-88 corridors.
Are there remote partner executive jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many comparable senior roles, since partner executive work is heavily relationship- and strategy-focused rather than on-site or hands-on. About 60% of partner executive openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how broadly companies have accepted distributed senior talent. Client-facing responsibilities like quarterly reviews and contract negotiations are most often conducted in person, while internal planning and pipeline management tend to transfer well to remote settings.
How can I get hired as a partner executive in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing an associate or junior account manager role at a mid-size Illinois firm and building a visible client portfolio there. Large Illinois employers such as Allstate and Hyatt run structured associate development programs designed for recent graduates, and consulting firms in Chicago regularly hire from adjacent roles like project coordinator, business analyst, or inside sales representative. Earning a Certified Business Development Professional credential or completing an Illinois business school certificate in strategic management gives candidates a concrete edge when applying without a deep partner-level history.
Where can I find and apply to partner executive jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to partner executive jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.
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