Apprentice - Insurance Broking Review

by Aon

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

4.1/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Creation and checking of market documents. Credit control and fiduciary.

3/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes

4/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Somewhat, there is not enough support or communication. Expectations are far beyond what is realistic whilst also working fulltime.

4/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Not very, once you begin you are very much left alone. If you raise concerns they are not dealt with.

4/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

Not enough.

4/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Good support, however the tasks they ask you to complete often have 0 relevance to your role or industry and seem a waste of time.

4/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Yes very helpful.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Unless you are in London office, there isn't much going on in terms of extra curricular

2/10

9a. Would you recommend Aon to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Although there are some issues with the Programme, over all Aon are a great employer. The work life balance is great and everyone is kind and friendly. Chances for exposure are there.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Aon?

100% do it it is so worth it. Ask loads of questions and get stuck in. Everyone is supportive and will help you where they can.