Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Investment Consulting 2026

Aon; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Leeds is offering a 12-month Investment Consulting Industrial Placement. Ideal candidates are on track for a 2:1 degree in any subject, possess strong consulting skills, and are motivated to learn. The role involves advising clients on investment strategies and participating in an extensive development program. This opportunity supports professional growth and networking, promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Global Wellbeing Days

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuous learning culture

Qualifications

• On track to achieve a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any subject.
• Strong consulting skills with a client-focused outlook required.
• Motivated to pursue a career in Investment Consulting.

Responsibilities

• Provide investment consulting services and advice covering markets.
• Advise clients on investment strategies and manager selection.
• Support pension scheme trustees in implementing long-term strategies.

Skills

Motivation and ambition

Strong consulting skills

Curiosity and eagerness to learn

Commercial awareness

Education

2:1 degree or equivalent in any subject

Job description

Overview

Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Investment Consulting 2026

Start Date: 2 September 2026

Application closing date: 5 December 2025

We reserve the right to close earlier if we receive the quantity, quality and diversity of applications.

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 be 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 become a valued member of our elite team of specialists. Our consultants advise employers and governments on pension schemes and other assets, totalling around $4 trillion, for over 60 years.

Aon placement students join specialist teams focused on consulting with clients on investment strategies, manager selection, ESG considerations, and working with pension scheme trustees to implement long-term strategies.

Your role as an Investment Consulting Placement student

Your role: Join as an investment consulting graduate in either our Defined Benefit (DB) Client Group or Defined Contribution (DC) Client Group, advising clients on investment strategies, manager selection, corporate transactions and transfers.

What the day will look like

• You’ll be a key member of our dedicated teams, providing investment consulting services and advice covering markets and strategic considerations, such as asset management (DB and DC) and DB liabilities. You’ll gain early experience with a wide range of investments and adapt to changing economic conditions.
• In the DB Client Group, learn how pension scheme liabilities change due to economic assumptions (e.g., inflation, interest rates) and market movements. In the DC Client Group, learn about DC pension vehicles, regulatory rules, asset classes and investment theory relevant to DC schemes.

Whether you want to build client relationships, develop analytical skills or leverage new technologies, you’ll be supported in an inclusive environment designed for learning and growth.

• Work with diverse mentors and explore niches that play to your strengths.
• Regular opportunities to network and 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
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn more
• Commercial awareness to provide clear, confident client advice

Your Development

During the 12-month Industrial placement, you will be enrolled on our award-winning development programme with a range of training and development activities in addition to your role. Key elements include:

• Business learning: on-the-job experiences to understand your team and solution line
• Centralised learning: induction, monthly webinars, business skills training and workshops to build knowledge, confidence and network
• Feedback: regular goal setting and ongoing feedback and support from your line manager

Your career beyond your Industrial Placement

After completing the placement, depending on your performance, you may be offered a role on our graduate programme for the following year.

Next Steps

If you are interested, here is some useful information:

Entry Requirements

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

Right to work

Graduates are on permanent contracts from day one, so applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship now or in the future; or you have pre-settled or settled status from the EU Settlement Scheme, or you have applied and are waiting for a decision.

Locations

Locations for graduate opportunities this year: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds or Glasgow.

Initial six months are in the office to support learning, development and progression. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to work more flexibly, with at least 3–4 days per week in the office or with clients.

How we support our colleagues

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, we foster a diverse, agile and inclusive environment to support wellbeing and work/life balance. All colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year.

We promote a continuous learning culture to help you learn, share and grow, so you can be more connected, more relevant and more valued at Aon.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital or domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the application or interview process. If you require accommodations, please contact the UK Early Careers team.

About Aon

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) exists to shape decisions for the better — to protect and enrich lives globally. We provide clients in over 120 countries with clarity and confidence to make better risk and people decisions that help protect and grow their businesses.

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