Aon plc, established by Patrick Ryan in 1982, resulted from the merger of the Ryan Insurance Group and the Combined Insurance Company of America. The company adopted the name Aon in 1987, meaning “one” in Gaelic. Headquartered in London, United Kingdom, Aon is a professional services firm that specializes in retirement, health consulting, and risk services. The company’s core capabilities include Risk, Talent, Health, Retirement, Capital, and Data & Analytics.
With approximately 500 offices across 120 countries and a workforce of 50,000 employees, Aon is a global organization. In South Africa, Aon operates in 8 provinces and has 12 local offices, employing over 700 staff members. Aon South Africa is a leading provider of risk consulting, employee benefit solutions, insurance broking, and reinsurance broking for businesses, employees, and individuals.
About the Bursary Programme:
Aon South Africa offers bursaries to three high-achieving students who aspire to advance their studies and embark on a career in the insurance industry.
The bursaries are available to 3rd-year, Honours, or Masters degree students pursuing a qualification in Risk and Insurance.
The value of the bursary and the coverage of fees will be determined upon selection of the recipients.
Eligibility Requirements:
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the bursary:
- South African citizenship
- Completion of Matric (Grade 12)
- Full-time study towards a qualification with a major in Risk and Insurance
- Entering the 3rd year, Honours, or Masters level of study
- Enrollment at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa
- Excellent academic record
How to Apply for the Bursary:
Applications must be submitted online through the Aon careers portal. Before applying, applicants need to register an account on the portal. Once registered, applicants can log in and complete the application.
Applicants must submit clear copies of the following supporting documents along with the application form:
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Certified copy of full academic record from the tertiary institution
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Closing Date:
The closing date for applications is 10 January. It is essential to submit the application before this date to ensure consideration.
Contact Information:
For any inquiries regarding the bursary programme, applicants can contact Aon directly:
Head Office – Sandton Tel: 011 944 7000
