Graduate Programme 2026 - Risk Capital - National & Specialty Graduate

Aon Graduate Programme 2026 – Risk Capital – National & Speciality Graduate

Have you completed your third level degree in Insurance/Risk Management or equivalent fields or are you on track to achieve it? Are you interested in playing a critical role in the growth of the cross functional operational team? Are you looking for a varied role where you can improve your broking skills? If so, this might be the role for you!

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

Although our working arrangement is hybrid, this role is based in Dublin, Ireland. We expect team members to be present in the office 3–4 days per week, particularly during the initial months of employment to support onboarding and training. If you are currently based outside of County Dublin, we encourage you to consider the potential need for relocation or a manageable commute to ensure regular office attendance.   

We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by Monday, 20th October 2025. Please note that this deadline may be extended depending on the volume of applications received. To ensure your application is considered, we recommend applying as early as possible.   

Our selection process is designed to be fair, transparent, and engaging. It typically includes the following steps:   

1. Online Assessment – Candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment during the first week of November 2025.   
2. In-Person Assessment Centre – Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment day at our Dublin office, expected to take place towards the end of November or in the first half of December.   

Please note that physical attendance at the Assessment Centre is required to be considered for the Graduate Programme. We aim to keep all candidates informed throughout the process and are committed to providing a positive and inclusive experience. If you require any adjustments or accommodations, please let us know—we’re here to support you.   

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.

About Risk Capital and National & Speciality

Our world is becoming increasingly unpredictable. Businesses and communities are facing a rapidly evolving range of interconnected risks such as cyber and climate. Our clients require a new way to understand, mitigate and transfer volatility in fundamental areas like property and casualty risk. Our Risk Capital advisors bring the breadth of our expertise, relationships and analytics to unlock capital, which we access across markets, geographies and a variety of financial instruments to help organisations grow.

Our National and Specialty team works with a wide range of corporate clients in industries including construction, power, energy, healthcare and manufacturing. We place insurance programs and provide risk management advice both on an annual renewable and a project basis. It is a fast-paced environment with a variety of tasks to be undertaken on a day-to-day basis.

What the Risk Capital Graduate Programme will look like

The Risk Capital Graduate Programme will commence in Summer 2026 (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 member of Aon’s Graduate ‘Launch’ programme, you will have the opportunity to participate in business sponsored projects and network with a large cohort of Graduates across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. This will include programme kickoff in either our London office or another office in the EMEA region.

You will gain exposure to all aspects of our business through in-role learning opportunities, participation in specific projects and the opportunity to work with key partners across the Aon business, gaining knowledge and insight into our world of Risk Capital.

What the day will look like

You will be to work alongside a team of brokers to bring innovative ideas and professional advice to a diverse range of companies across Ireland.

Day to day activities include:

• Communicating with clients and colleagues at all business levels up to and including C-Suite
• Liaising with clients and participating in client meetings both at renewal and throughout the year
• 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
• Responding to ad-hoc queries from clients on a day-to-day basis
• Assisting in placement of project insurances as required
• Assisting senior colleagues in putting together broker tenders
• Managing the renewal process including issuing pre-renewal, collection of data, issuance of policies, preparation of invoices
• 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. You will work closely with colleagues in Ireland and globally dealing with corporate clients of a range of sizes.

You will gain valuable insights into the full insurance life cycle across a range of industries including but not limited to: national enterprise, construction, power, energy, aviation, hospitality and 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, 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, including a Defined-Contribution pension and Health Insurance   
• 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, etc.)
• CIP qualification with 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 with initiative to work in a self-directed manner
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn
• 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, colour, 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

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