Actuarial Students Study and Work Program (UAE Nationals only)

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Dubai is offering a Sponsorship Program for Emirati students pursuing degrees in Actuarial Science. Participants will receive a monthly salary of AED 5000 while gaining hands-on experience during summer and winter breaks. This program aims to build careers in the insurance sector, with mentorship and potential full-time employment after graduation.

Benefits

Financial support of AED 5000 monthly

Hands-on work experience

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• UAE National with Family book.
• Willingness to work during summer and winter breaks.
• Enthusiastic about joining a multinational and multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teams in day-to-day operations within various departments.
• Participate in ongoing projects and contribute to research and data analysis.
• Support customer service initiatives and learn about insurance products.

Skills

Strong command of English

Proactive attitude

Communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a university degree program in Actuarial Science

Job description

Job Summary

Zurich Middle East is part of Zurich Insurance Group, one of the world’s largest and most experienced insurers. Our mission is to help our local community understand and protect themselves from risk both locally and globally.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to apply for our Sponsorship Program, in which we provide financial support for students pursuing degrees in Actuarial Science, and in return, they will have to work during summer & winter breaks. The Program is designed to support talented Emirati students in building their careers in the insurance sector while pursuing their Actuarial studies.

Job Accountabilities

• Assist teams in day-to-day operations within underwriting, claims, risk management, or actuarial departments.
• Participate in ongoing projects and contribute to research, data analysis, and reporting.
• Support customer service initiatives and learn about insurance product offerings.
• Attend training sessions and workshops designed to enhance industry knowledge and professional skills.
• Work under the guidance of mentors to gain exposure to real-world insurance practices.
• Get engaged with teams, managers and growth partners on departments daily processes and goals, and potentially discover new talents and interests.
• Work with customers and stakeholders across different business areas in a multinational and multicultural setup.
• Apply communication skills to service Zurich’s customers and support team members to maintain relationships with them.
• Have visibility and access to different stakeholders to identify growth opportunities and develop.
• Identify and resolve real-time problems working with growth partners and managers.
• Take ownership and use opportunities to grow and develop skills and knowledge in insurance.

Job Qualifications

We are always looking for talented, ambitious and proactive talents. The following are minimum requirements:

• UAE National with Family book.
• Currently enrolled in a university degree program in Actuarial Science.
• Willingness to work during summer and winter breaks at Zurich.
• Strong command of English at a min. level of B2.
• Enthusiastic to join a multinational and multicultural environment and explore different areas.
• Financial support: AED 5000 monthly salary.
• Practical Training: Hands-on work experience during summer and winter placements.
• Mentorship: Guidance from experienced professionals in the insurance industry.
• Career Pathway: Potential for full-time employment upon graduation.

You are the heart & soul of Zurich!

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step.