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Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Investment Consulting 2026

Aon

City of Edinburgh

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GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading global consultancy seeks Investment Consulting Placement students in Edinburgh. Join this 12-month program to gain hands-on experience in advising clients on investment strategies. Ideal candidates will be driven, possess strong consulting skills, and be on track for a 2:1 degree. The role offers opportunities for professional development, interaction with clients, and potential pathways to a graduate program.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Global Wellbeing Days

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

Must have motivation and ambition for a career in Investment Consulting.
Strong consulting skills with a client-focused outlook.
Passion for learning and curiosity about the industry.

Responsibilities

Provide investment consulting services and advice to clients.
Support both DB and DC Client Groups in managing assets and liabilities.
Learn how pension scheme liabilities change due to economic conditions.

Skills

Motivation for Investment Consulting

Strong consulting skills

Commercial awareness

Passion and curiosity

Education

On track to achieve a 2:1 degree

Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Investment Consulting 2026

Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Edinburgh or Glasgow (London is now closed, therefore future applications for London will be rejected)

Start Date: 2nd September 2026

Application closing date: 5th December 2025

Please note, we may close earlier if we receive the quantity, quality & diversity of applications required.

Better Decisions Begin with You

Aon shapes decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. When you join us, you’ll become empowered to make the same impact, as you explore ways of becoming a more relevant, connected and valued professional.

We’re hiring!

Join Aon on our 12-month Investment Consulting placement and step into life as a valued member of our elite team of specialists.

Our consultants have been advising employers and governments on their pension schemes and other assets — totalling around $4 trillion — for over 60 years.

Aon placement students join several specialist teams focused on consulting with our clients on everything from setting investment strategies and selecting investment managers, to consulting on all aspects of environmental, social and governance; or working with pension scheme trustees to implement their long‑term strategies efficiently and target better outcomes.

Your role as an Investment Consulting Placement student

Join us as an investment consulting graduate in either our Defined Benefit (DB) Client Group or Defined Contribution (DC) Client Group, helping to advise our clients on everything from setting investment strategies and selection of investment managers to corporate transactions and transfers.

What the day will look like

You’ll be a key member of our dedicated teams, playing a vital, hands‑on role in giving our global clients the support they need. This involves providing investment consulting services and advice covering markets and strategic considerations, such as managing assets (for both the DB and DC Client Groups) and liabilities (for the DB Client Group only). You’ll gain early experience of dealing with a wide range of investments, adapting them around economic conditions and outlooks.
In the DB Client Group, you’ll also learn how and why pension scheme liabilities change because of economic assumptions – such as inflation, interest rates and the effect that market movements have on invested assets. Whilst in the DC Client Group, you’ll learn about the DC pension vehicles, applicable regulatory and legislative rules and main asset classes and investment theory relating specifically to a DC pension scheme.

Whether you’re interested in building client relationships, developing your analytical skills or leveraging new technologies, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive and actively inclusive environment, deliberately designed for you to learn and grow. As an Aon placement student, each day is an opportunity to develop new skills and help shape the future of our industry.

Work closely with diverse mentors and explore a range of unexpected niches that play to your strengths.
Get regular opportunities to network and meet colleagues who can advance your development.

What are we looking for?

Motivation and ambition to pursue a career in Investment Consulting
Strong consulting skills with a client focused outlook
Passion and curiosity – we are looking for candidates who want to understand what we do and are eager to learn more
Commercial awareness – this helps us to provide support and advice to our clients with clarity and confidence

Your Development

During our Industrial placement programme, you will be enrolled onto our award‑winning development programme, where over the 12 months, you will have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of insightful and interactive training and development activities in addition to your role. Here are a couple of key elements of our development programme:

Business learning. On‑job learning and experiences enabling you to develop your knowledge and understanding of your team and solution line
Centralised learning. UK graduates complete an Aon Induction, monthly webinars, business skills training and workshops; all designed to develop your knowledge of Aon, build your confidence and your network across our business
Feedback. When you begin your Aon placement, you will have time with your line manager to discuss your goals and over your 12‑month programme you will receive feedback and support

Your career beyond your Industrial Placement

Our Placement programme is designed as a potential first step toward a long‑term career with us. Your performance during your Placement may lead to an offer for a place on our graduate programme in the same business unit the following year. We encourage you to apply for a Placement that aligns with your long‑term interests and career ambitions. By choosing a role that matches your aspirations, you’ll be better positioned to take full advantage of our Launch development programme, which offers comprehensive support for your professional qualification, a level 4 Diploma in Insurance from the CII (Chartered Insurance Institute), and ongoing career growth.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this programme and would like to apply, here is some useful information:

Entry Requirements

On track to achieve a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any degree subject

Right to work

Please be aware for future opportunities, including graduate roles, applicants must have their own right to work within the UK where you can maintain and demonstrate your right to work throughout the duration of your employment. For temporary and permanent roles you’ll be asked to provide evidence of your right to work during the early stages of the application process.

Locations

We have graduate opportunities this year in the following locations:

Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Edinburgh or Glasgow (London is now closed, therefore future applications for London will be rejected)

We recognise the value for our Early Career colleagues of being in the office environment from the beginning of their programme. As a new graduate, you will spend the first 6 months based in the office to support your learning, development, and progression. This will enable you access to support from managers, collaborate with colleagues as well as grow your network across Aon. After completing this initial training period, you will then have the opportunity to work more flexibly, spending at least 3 to 4 days face to face in the Aon office or with clients.

Aon UK Industrial Placement Recruitment: What to Expect

We know applying for your first industrial placement role can be exciting, and sometimes a little daunting. At Aon, we’re committed to making our recruitment process as transparent and supportive as possible. Here’s how our selection journey works, and what you can expect at each stage:

1. Application Review

We process applications on a rolling basis, moving candidates forward as they complete each stage.
Every application is carefully reviewed by our team (not by AI).
Due to the high volume of interest, this stage can take up to two weeks.
Please note: We do not review CVs or cover letters at this point.

2. Online Assessment

We understand you want to put your best foot forward, so you’ll have 5 calendar days to complete the online assessment.
If you need more time, just let us know as extensions are available.

3. Video Interview

Preparation matters, so you’ll have up to 10 days (240 hours) from receiving your invitation to record and submit your video interview.
Rest assured: Every video interview is reviewed by a real member of our recruitment team, not an AI system.
You’ll typically hear back from us within 2-3 weeks after submitting your interview, though times may vary depending on the number of applications.

4. Assessment Centres

Our assessment centres are held in person at the Aon office closest to the location you applied for.
Please note: Due to the large number of applications, not every candidate who completes a video interview will be invited to an assessment centre.
Assessment centres usually run from November to May (with a pause over the Christmas holidays).
If selected, you’ll have 7-14 days’ notice to help you arrange any travel.
We run a limited number of Assessment Centres so please make every effort to attend if invited.
We reimburse reasonable travel costs (such as standard class train tickets). Flights and hotels are only covered if agreed in advance.
At the assessment centre stage, your CV and cover letter will be shared with hiring managers. This helps them get a fuller picture of you as a candidate—but these documents are not used for initial screening.

We’re here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or need accommodations, just reach out to our team. Good luck and we look forward to seeing what you can bring to Aon!

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, 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.

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, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. If you require any reasonable accommodations or adjustments, please contact graduates@aon.co.uk and a member of the UK Early Careers team will contact you.

About Aon

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. Through actionable analytic insight, globally integrated Risk Capital and Human Capital expertise, and locally relevant solutions, our colleagues provide clients in over 120 countries with the clarity and confidence to make better risk and people decisions that help protect and grow their businesses.