Aon Industrial Placement Programme - Marketing and Communications 2026Marketing and Communications - Industrial Placement Programme 2026Start Date: 2nd September 2026Application closing date: 5th December 2025Please note, we may close earlier if we receive the quantity, quality & diversity of applications required.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 become empowered to make the same impact as you explore ways of becoming a more relevant, connected and valued professional.Your role as a Marketing and Communications Industrial PlacementJoin Aon and spend 12 months discovering the wide range of roles that exist within our team. Working in an innovative and energetic environment, no two days are the same. You’ll gain hands-on experience in the wide number of roles, from Internal Communications and Media Relations to Campaigns, Insights, Brand and Events.What The Day Could Look LikeWorking with a Campaign Activation Manager to brief Aon’s digital agency on a demand program which includes paid LinkedIn, Facebook, Google Search and content syndicationMeeting with business partners to understand their growth prioritiesPlaying an active part in delivering an Aon event attended by 100 clientsSupporting a Campaign Manager to plan a marketing campaign and map the customer journeyCommunicating to more than 6,000 employees in the UKWorking alongside our Media Relations team and PR agencies to develop press releases and field media enquiriesYour DevelopmentDuring the Industrial Placement Programme, you will be enrolled onto our award-winning Development Programme, where over the 12 months you will take part in a wide range of insightful and interactive training and development activities in addition to your role. Key elements include:Business learning: On-the-job learning and experiences enabling you to develop your knowledge of your team and solution lineCentralised learning: UK graduates complete in an Aon Induction, monthly webinars, business skills training and workshops to develop your knowledge of Aon and your networkFeedback: Regular goal-setting with your line manager and ongoing feedback and support throughout the programmeYour career beyond your Industrial PlacementThe placement programme is designed as a potential first step toward a long-term career with us. Your performance during your placement may lead to an offer for a place on our graduate programme in the same business unit the following year. The role aligns with your long-term interests and career ambitions. The Launch development programme offers support for professional qualifications, including a level 4 Diploma in Insurance from the CII (Chartered Insurance Institute) and ongoing career growth.Next StepsIf you are interested in this programme and would like to apply, here is some useful information:Entry RequirementsOn track to achieve a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any degree subject (ideally marketing, communications, or a general business subject area)Right to workApplicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of employment. For temporary and permanent roles you’ll be asked to provide evidence of your right to work during the early stages of the application process.What we are looking forMotivation and ambition to pursue a career in Marketing and CommunicationsPassion and curiosity to understand what we do and to learn moreCommercial awareness to provide support and advice to clients with clarity and confidenceLocationsGraduate opportunities are in London. The first 6 months are based in the office to support learning and progression, after which you may work more flexibly with a mix of office and client-facing days. Occasional UK travel may be required.How We Support Our ColleaguesWe offer a comprehensive benefits package and an inclusive environment that supports wellbeing and work-life balance. We provide two ‘Global Wellbeing Days’ each year and a culture of continuous learning to help you grow.Aon is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. If you require accommodations or adjustments, please contact graduates@aon.co.uk. #J-18808-Ljbffr