Cyber Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Consultant

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.Aon is currently recruiting for a Cyber Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Consultant to work in the UK Cyber Risk Consulting team based in London.As an organization, Aon is 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

Support the Aon Cyber Risk consulting business in the M&A market working closely with the EMEA Cyber Risk Directors.Achieve project budgets and client deliverables.Continue to improve the solutions and professional practice of the team.Support client engagements across the UK and EMEA.Support development initiatives across the region.Understand and anticipate client needs based on a strong understanding of cyber risks across numerous industries (e.g. finance and insurance, IT and technology, infrastructure, healthcare and life sciences).Responsibilities

Understand and apply quality assurance standards to all project work.Deliver and support across a range of Cybersecurity services:

Cybersecurity Due DiligenceCybersecurity Risk Assessments and QuantificationCybersecurity Optimisation and StrategyCybersecurity Portfolio ManagementCybersecurity Capability and ISMS Maturity

Responsible for working in accordance with the Aon UK Limited Risk Management Framework and compliance with Aon UK Limited policies, including participation in the management of risks that may adversely affect the business, interests, or reputation of any Group Company.How this opportunity is different

The Cyber Risk Consulting team works closely with Aon M&A and Transaction Solution (AMATS) to identify and quantify cyber risks in both deal and holding period contexts, assisting our clients to understand cyber maturity and cyber risks in financial loss terms, and supporting the implementation of appropriate risk mitigation and transfer solutions.AMATS is a diverse team of transaction experts focused on securing investments and enhancing returns through specialist deal advisory services and transaction solutions. You will have the opportunity to work with some of Aon’s most prestigious M&A clients on a variety of deal situations, including directly with our client’s deal teams and security stakeholders. This is a fast-paced environment.Cybersecurity and data privacy remain the most rapidly evolving risk topics in M&A deals where our clients require support from our specialists to identify and mitigate cyber risks in a transaction context. The role will predominantly focus on Cybersecurity services for Private Equity and Corporate M&A clients, however, may also require support in other Cyber Risk consulting situations.Skills and experience that will lead to success

Experience in consulting in fast-paced environments.Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST CSF, ISO27001, and CIS Critical Security Controls.Broad Cyber knowledge across multiple domains with a specialism in one or more areas such as:

Cloud SecurityOperational Technology (OT)Third Party Risk ManagementIdentity and Access ManagementBusiness Continuity and Incident Responses

Cyber experience within multiple industry verticals.Experience and/or understanding of M&A and Private Equity.Commercial awareness and adaptability.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Awareness of cyber insurance placements.Strong project management and presentation skills.Experience of supporting business development tasks.Ability to relay technical findings to both technical and non-technical personnel.Experience of developing and managing positive client relationships.How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. 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.Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. We provide 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.If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email .

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