Aon Graduate Programme - Commercial Risks - National & Specialty Graduate

Job Description

Aon Graduate Programme 2025 – Commercial Risks - National & Specialty Graduate

Would you be interested in gaining exposure to various facets of the Commercial Risk business? Would you enjoy a dynamic and diverse role providing exposure to a broad range of national business and/or specialise in specific industry verticals including but not limited to such industries as construction, power, energy, aviation, hospitality or trade credit to name but a few. If so, this might be the role for you!

This is a permanent, hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Dublin office.

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, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

The Graduate Programme for Commercial Risk will commence in Summer 2025 (typically August) and has been designed to identify and support the development of key future talent. As such, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate a genuine interest, drive and potential to build a lasting career at Aon.

As a Commerical Risks - National & Specialty Graduate, you will be working as part of the wider Commercial Risk team to contribute to delivering high quality client services.

This is achieved by assisting with a variety of tasks across the broking, claims and risk management functions for a portfolio of national and industry specific Clients.

• Communicating with clients and colleagues at all business levels up to and including C-Suite
• Liaising with clients and participating in client discovery meetings
• Participating in insurer market meetings and calls
• Carrying out premium and claims reporting and analysis
• Collaborating with other business functions, e.g. finance, compliance, risk consultancy
• Collaborating closely with third-party service providers, including loss adjusters and insurance underwriters
• Participating in the renewal of insurance policies
• Travel may be required across Ireland, UK and further afield

How this opportunity is different

In this role you will be exposed to various facets of the Commercial Risk business with a particular focus on our National and industry specific Client team where you will work closely with colleagues in Ireland and globally dealing with corporate clients.

You will gain valuable insights into the full insurance life cycle across a range of industries including but not limited to Ireland Inc. - national enterprise, construction, power, energy, aviation, hospitality, trade credit. You will also gain exposure to specialist insurance and risk projects, supporting colleagues delivering solutions for clients on subjects as diverse as climate & sustainability and cyber resilience.

Experience of our Commercial Risk business will equip you with the tools and knowledge to pursue a career path in commercial risk advisory, risk management and insurance.

As a leading global professional services firm, the Aon Graduate Programme provides an outstanding opportunity to gain experience of meaningful work, to learn from dedicated colleagues and gain access to unlimited development opportunities. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• Access to an attractive range of benefits via our online benefits portal
• Participation in the Aon EMEA Launch Development Programme
• Career opportunities across Ireland and globally
• Flexible work hours and hybrid working arrangement
• Opportunity to work with passionate, motivated colleagues who will support your career growth
• Global-facing role, with opportunity to work with colleagues around the world
• Competitive salary at € 35,000 per year.

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Third level degree and/or relevant qualifications (Business, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, Risk Management and Insurance, Healthcare, Engineering etc.)
• Interest in pursuing ACII qualification
• Ability to operate under pressure and handle deadlines
• Numeracy and analytical abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Highly efficient and self-reliant
• Multi-tasking abilities and meticulous attention to detail
• Comfortable communicating with colleagues and stakeholders of all levels within an organization.

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. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

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 is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides 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.

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