Rory Fogarty, Actuarial Analyst at Aon

• Name: Rory Fogarty
• University: University College Cork
• Degree: BSc. Financial Mathematics and Actuarial Sciences
• Current job Title: Actuarial Analyst

Why did you join Aon’s graduate programme?

I applied for the Aon graduate programme as it was a great opportunity to learn in one of the market leaders for professional services. The programme has enabled me to pursue a career as an Actuary and the exam support package for the Actuarial professional exams is very comprehensive.

I felt that the graduate programme would be a great opportunity to meet all the new graduates across the different solution lines, which has proven to be the case.

What did you enjoy most about the Aon graduate programme?

The highlights were undoubtedly the trips to London to launch and finish the graduate programme. The launch was a two-week induction which was a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow Aon colleagues from Ireland and the UK and I gained great insight into what it would be like working for a global organisation such as Aon.

We got to meet some senior Aon colleagues and even got to work for two days in Aon’s London Office! The closing ceremony was a fantastic opportunity to meet up with colleagues again and to find out how everyone was finding their jobs to date.

How you would describe the culture at Aon?

The culture is great, particularly within my team where everyone is very supportive, helpful, and friendly. Everyone I have met has been eager to make me feel welcome and part of the Aon community.

There are great opportunities to get involved and meet fellow colleagues within Aon either through day-to-day work or through events organised by the sports and social committee.

What’s next for you?

I have completed and passed my first Actuarial exam post college but in terms of what’s next…To continue to study for the Actuarial exams (the fun never stops) and to continue to develop and learn within my team. When new graduates join our team, I will be involved in helping them settle into their roles and passing on the knowledge I have gained in the past year.