Aon welcomes young talent to Manchester office

Aon plc a leading global professional services firm, is welcoming new talent to its office in Manchester with the arrival of three recent graduates and one placement year student, who will commence their careers with the company.

The four new joiners are based within the retirement consulting division and represent Aon’s commitment to inspiring and developing the next generation of inclusive leaders. The firm’s Early Careers Programmes provide meaningful work experience opportunities and the chance to enhance professional skills through on-the-job experience.

Industrial placement year students, who are in their third year of a university course, gain invaluable real-world experience at Aon before they return to complete their studies. Aon’s graduate programme, known as ‘Launch’, is designed to develop high performers so they can grow professionally, while transitioning smoothly into a full-time role.

In addition, Aon offers an holistic 18-month to two-year apprentice programme which combines education and work experience in parallel, on a pathway to securing a Foundation Degree.

Marcus Pollitt, head of Manchester’s Retirement Consultant Development Group, said: “I’d like to welcome Maisie Hill, James Mitchell, Dominic Charles and Tom Halliday to the Manchester team. They have each demonstrated great enthusiasm and maturity, throwing themselves into their new roles with ambition and a desire to learn new skills, develop their knowledge and embrace any opportunity.

“Aon’s Early Careers Programme has been designed to attract young talent from diverse backgrounds. Each route - industrial placement, apprentice, graduate - has been developed to create a strong succession plan for the next generation of colleagues and leaders.”

Dominic Charles is one of those who has recently joined Aon in Manchester.

He said: “I was fortunate to secure a placement with Aon while at university, which I really enjoyed. Every day was different and the team was great. Due to this, Aon’s reputation, and the positive reviews from others who had joined the firm, I decided to apply for the graduate scheme.

“Since coming back I’ve continued to enjoy the job and have been very impressed with the opportunities Aon provides to all colleagues, regardless of their level.”

By Mark Adair – Correspondent, Bdaily

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