Next Generation
At Zurich, we believe in your potential to make a difference. Whether you are beginning your studies or preparing to launch your career, we welcome young talent who want to learn, develop, and thrive in the world of insurance.
The Zurich Nordic Trainee Program
Are you looking for a challenging environment to make the most of your talent and skills join our 18-month long development program that provides you with the opportunity to experience all the exciting things a global insurer has to offer.
What are we looking for?
What we offer
Zurich Insurance Nordic Trainee Programme is designed to give you the possibility to explore different functions within an international insurance company while helping you grow so that you can start your career with a strong foundation of workplace knowledge, skills and trainings.
As a trainee, you will experience the breadth and depth of our business in a supportive environment. From day one you will take responsibility and get plenty of learning opportunities. We aim to provide talented and highly motivated candidates an opportunity to develop into insurance professionals and potential future leaders within our Zurich organization.
The Programme
Set-up:
The programme last 18 months and during that time Zurich will provide you with opportunities to gain valuable insights by letting you rotate through 3 to 4 different functions. During your first weeks you will be introduced to the basics of the insurance business. You will have a home function and after completing the traineeship you will belong to one them.
International:
One of the rotations will be to another Nordic country and you will also visit some of our other Zurich countries to get valuable insights and build a global network.
Support:
To help you succeed you will get support from a mentor during the entire programme as well as a coach in all the teams you will rotate through.
Network:
You will build your network by creating relationships with other trainees, colleagues in the different functions and also external contacts in your day-to-day job. You will attend various meetings and events. The network you establish will stay with you as your career progresses.
Development:
Explore and develop your skills and talents. During the programme you will get the opportunity to grow by taking a lot of responsibility but also by attending trainings that will help with your development so that you can excel personally and professionally.
The functions you can be part of
Our Nordic Claims department works with local and global customers within different business segments.
As a claims handler, your main responsibility will be to handle claims of different complexity in the most effective, proactive, and efficient way whilst delivering excellent service supporting both the customer and Zurich.
A claims handler takes care of the process from start to settlement when a claim is made on our insured policies. Claims handlers communicate with stakeholders, such as customers, brokers, claimants, experts, underwriters, and other colleagues in able to find out if a claim is covered under the insurance - and if it is, solve it.
As a person, you recognize the benefit and importance of providing excellent customer service. You are professional, analytical and driven by high quality standards. You are a team player, fast moving and solution-oriented. You like working independently but with good abilities to co-operate with both customers and colleagues.
During the Trainee programme you will build skills required to support one of our customers in segments that can include Liability, Property, Financial Lines, Marine, Accident & Health or Engineering Lines and Construction.
Our Nordic underwriters work with a wide range of customers within different business segments where they evaluate risks for large and multinational companies.
As an underwriter, you will build up and be responsible for your own portfolio of contracts and customers with assignments such as premium setting, quotations, negotiations and measuring exposure and analysing risk. You will underwrite complex new and renewal business as well as build relationships in support of customer/business acquisition and retention.
As a person, you are a team player and an analytical thinker. You are data driven and have a strong business and service focus as well as an interest in customer relationships and negotiation. You are fast moving and flexible. You like working independently but with good abilities to co-operate with both customers and colleagues.
During the Trainee programme you will build skills required to support our customers in segments that can include Liability, Property, Financial Lines, Marine, Accident & Health or Engineering Lines, Construction and Mid Market.
Being a part of the Trainee program at Zurich has given me a deeper understanding of the insurance industry. Rotating across several functions has been a unique opportunity, giving me insights into all sides of the business.
The Trainee program at Zurich continuously challenges you and supports your personal as well as professional growth. I have also become much more confident in taking responsibility and making decisions.
Insurance is an exciting industry where you get the opportunity to mix passion with purpose. At Zurich, we believe in investing in young talent to drive future success for both our customers and our company. By joining us, you will play a crucial role in protecting businesses and making them more resilient.
Start Your Journey as a Student
Are you looking for a way to gain a valuable work experience while you study? At Zurich, we offer student positions across various departments, giving you the chance to develop your skills, support our teams, and be part of a global company.
We're committed to investing in future talents. As a student employee, you'll get hands-on experience, learn from industry professionals, and build a strong network for the future. It's a meaningful way to combine your studies with real responsibilities and insight into the insurance industry.
Join Zurich as a student and open the door to new opportunities while still pursuing your education. Here you'll grow, make an impact, and truly be part of our team.
Zurich offers a wide range of career opportunities, a strong and welcoming culture, and great development opportunities. As a former student, I felt included from day one and was gradually trusted with more complex tasks that helped me grow and learn.
Zurich Connect
Zurich Connect is our Nordic community for colleagues who are at the beginning of their careers in the insurance industry. It's a space to meet others across the organization, share experiences and learn together.
Through dedicated meet-ups and events, Zurich Connect helps you build your internal network, gain insights into different parts of the business, and feel more confident in your role. Whether you're a recent graduate, a trainee, or new to the industry, Zurich Connect gives you the chance to connect, grow, and be part of a supportive early careers community at Zurich.
The atmosphere at Zurich Connect is relaxed and inclusive. Everyone is in a similar phase of their career, which makes it easy to be open and genuine. We want to make it easy to build connections, have fun and grow professionally.