Aon Graduate Programme 2027 - Data Solutions (Wealth Solutions) - Birmingham

This is a graduate programme focused on Data Solutions within the Wealth Solutions department, based in Birmingham. The programme starts on 1st September 2027.

About the Team

The Data Solutions Team (DST) are market leaders in Wealth Solutions consulting. They work on data-driven strategic projects for UK companies, particularly those with large pension schemes. The team designs efficient processes and uses data management skills to deliver optimal outcomes for Aon and its clients.

Your Role

As a Data Solutions Graduate, you will:

• Support teams advising pension scheme trustees and companies.
• Develop strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, including data management, manipulation, rectification, and benefit calculations.
• Learn to use digital and AI-enabled tools, ask effective questions, refine outputs, and apply judgement to test assumptions and identify anomalies.
• Build commercial awareness, professionalism, and the ability to connect your work to positive client outcomes.

What You'll Do Day-to-Day:

• Process, clean, and manipulate data using internal tools and controlled processes.
• Analyse data sets to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies.
• Ask targeted questions to identify root causes of data issues and recommend solutions.
• Utilise digital productivity, analytics, and AI-enabled tools, ensuring accuracy and relevance of outputs.
• Identify and rectify data issues for accurate and usable client information.
• Develop scalable solutions for large data sets and learn specialist benefit calculations.
• Understand data gathering, handling, and interpretation complexities.
• Balance quality, budget, and timescale considerations, ensuring dependable delivery.
• Coordinate responses across teams for client work.
• Improve standard processes, share knowledge, and adapt your approach.

Project Exposure:

You will gain exposure to clients and work on projects within specialist teams, including:

• Risk Settlement
• Member Options
• GMP equalisation
• Pensions Dashboard

Your Development:

• Launch Programme: Includes business learning (on-the-job) and centralised learning (induction, webinars, workshops).
• Post-Graduate Support: Continued technical and business skills training, regular performance feedback, and opportunities for promotion.

Entry Requirements:

• On track to achieve a 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a numeric or data-related subject (not suitable for Data Science graduates).
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

What We're Looking For:

• Motivation and ambition for a career in Data Solutions.
• Clear and thoughtful communication skills.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in technology and AI tools.
• Client and results-focused approach.
• Collaborative and dependable work ethic.
• Commitment to learning and inclusion.
• Initiative and forward-thinking.

Location:

Birmingham office.

Application Process:

1. Application Review: Rolling basis, no CV/cover letter initially.
2. Online Assessment: 5 days to complete.
3. Video Interview: Up to 10 days to record.
4. Assessment Centres: In-person, held from November to May (with a pause over Christmas). Not all video interview candidates will be invited.

Important Information:

• Apply for only one Early Careers programme per recruitment cycle.
• Contact graduates@aon.co.uk for questions or accommodations.