Aon Industrial Placement Programme

Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Actuarial Consulting - Pensions 2026Join to apply for the Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Actuarial Consulting - Pensions 2026 role at Aon.Actuarial Consulting Pensions - Industrial Placement Programme 2026 - Regional LocationsStart Date: 9th March 2026 or 2nd September 2026Application closing date: 5th December 2025At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.Wealth Solutions: RetirementJoin Aon as an actuarial consulting pensions industrial placement and discover how our global team of specialists help businesses make smart choices about their employees’ pensions — now, and into the future. Our acturial consultants advise clients on defined benefit pension schemes, handling financial and operational risks today and in the future.As an Aon Industrial Placement, you’ll work alongside leaders in the industry, earning as you learn and building your career as an Actuary. The work evolves with markets and legislation, and Aon supports you to gain the skills required to be a successful actuarial consultant across a diverse range of topics.Your role as an Actuarial Industrial Placement in Wealth Solutions: RetirementAs an Industrial Placement, no two days are the same. You’ll work on client teams providing advice and support to trustees or the companies that sponsor pension schemes. Our aim is for you to progress into a trusted advisor for your clients as soon as possible, developing technical and consulting skills including key calculations, communication, project management and networking. You’ll continually improve commercial awareness and professionalism to grow into a successful actuarial consultant.What Your Day Could Look LikeActuarial and Analytical Tasks:Regular assessment of the financial position of pension schemesIdentifying and implementing ways to reduce risks for trustees and companies (e.g., longevity, investment, inflation)Carrying out calculations for the pension scheme in the company’s financial accounts and for individual members’ benefitsEstimating Pension Protection Fund leviesClient Focused Tasks, Such AsDay-to-day management of the pension scheme and internal projectsBuilding and managing relationships with clients and other stakeholdersAttending and presenting at client meetingsYou’ll work on a range of projects and may be involved in specialist teams (e.g., Risk Settlement, Member Options, Demographic Horizons) across areas such as:Risk Settlement: advising on risk transfer strategiesMember Options: helping members reshape benefits to suit circumstancesAnalysis of mortality and demographic factors to predict future trendsYour DevelopmentAs an Aon Industrial Placement, you will be enrolled on our Launch Programme with three core elements: Business learning: on-the-job experiences developing knowledge of your team and solution lineCentralised learning: induction, monthly webinars, business skills training and workshops to build knowledge, confidence and networkFeedback: regular discussions with your line manager to set goals and receive support over the 12-month programmeYour career beyond your Industrial Placement programmeThe placement is designed as a potential first step toward a long-term career with Aon. Performance may lead to an offer for our graduate programme in the same business unit the following year. The role aligns with your long-term interests and supports your professional qualification and ongoing career growth.Next StepsIf you are interested in this Industrial Placement programme, here is useful information:Entry RequirementsOn track to achieve a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in maths, actuarial science, or another highly numerical disciplineAchieved an A-grade in Maths A-level, or equivalentPractical skills in Python, SQL, VBA, or cloud platformsRight to workApplicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the employment. For temporary and permanent roles, provide evidence of right to work during early stages of the application process.What are we looking for?Motivation and ambition to pursue an actuarial career and ability to articulate why you want to be an actuaryCuriosity and willingness to learnCommercial awareness to support client needs and business growthStrong communication skills and ability to present complex data clearlySelf-starter who can work independently and in a teamLocationsWealth Solutions: Pensions teams are based across the UK with opportunities for learning, progression and rewards. Locations include Birmingham, Bristol, Epsom, Farnborough, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester and St Albans. Initial six months are office-based to support learning, followed by flexible, hybrid work where applicable.Aon UK Industrial Placement Recruitment: What to ExpectRole: The recruitment process is transparent and supportive, with the following stages: Application Review (rolling basis; applications reviewed by humans, not AI; may take up to two weeks)Online Assessment (5 days to complete; extensions available)Video Interview (up to 10 days to record and submit; review by human recruiter, not AI)Assessment Centres (in-person; locations near applied location; timing varies by role)Travel reimbursement for reasonable costs; some documents may be shared with hiring managersWe’re here to support youWe offer a diverse, inclusive environment with wellbeing support. We provide two Global Wellbeing Days per year and a culture of continuous learning to help you grow. Aon is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. If you require accommodations, contact graduates@aon.co.uk.About AonAon plc exists to shape decisions for the better—to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. For more information, follow Aon on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram, or visit the newsroom for updates.#AonInternshipUK#ActuarialConsultingPensionsUK #J-18808-Ljbffr