Job Description
Our apprenticeship programme offers candidates the opportunity to pursue a career with a leading global provider of reinsurance, insurance and other insurance-based forms of risk transfer. Throughout the programme, the apprentice will be based within the Claims department and receive on-the-job guidance and support from qualified professionals whilst studying for their Level 3 Insurance Practitioner qualification with Skills Edge. The goal of the programme is to give newcomers a successful start into the dynamic and demanding world of insurance and reinsurance.
The apprentice will be employed on a temporary contract for 18-24 months with an expected start date of September 2024.
About the Role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day support of the claims team. Tasks will vary; however, they will be set to help you develop an understanding of the business and the industry. You will be involved in general administrative and support duties leading to managing a portfolio of claims, dealing with internal stakeholders, external clients and suppliers. You will be given the opportunity to participate in group projects.
- Time and support will be given to candidates to pursue internal training.
- Time and support will be given to candidates to pursue external training (Level 3 Insurance Practitioner Course).
About You
We are looking for an agile and enthusiastic team player who demonstrates a “can-do” spirit, a sense of optimism, ownership, and commitment. To be successful, you need to have strong communication and partnering skills. Are you able to adapt to ever changing environment where every day brings the opportunity to learn something new? Are you able and willing to take initiative and approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness?
Desire to learn and develop as a person and as an insurance professional.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple deadlines.
Does not easily give up in the face of unexpected obstacles.
Knowledge of Microsoft applications preferred (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Participating in a 20% off-the-job training is a statutory requirement for an English apprentice. It is training, which is received by the apprentice, during the apprentice’s normal working hours, for the purpose of achieving the knowledge, skills and behaviors of the approved apprenticeship referenced in the apprenticeship agreement.
The gross annual base salary for this role is 21 000 GBP full time. You can look forward to extra rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based (discretionary) bonus targeted at 1 000 GBP.
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About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
Start your career journey with Swiss Re.
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