Group Strategy - Graduate

Swiss Re; Zürich; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Swiss Re in Zurich is launching an 18-month Graduate Programme starting 1 September 2027, designed for graduates with up to three years of experience. You will rotate across local teams, receive tailored training, and work on strategic topics at executive levels within a dynamic, global reinsurance setting.

You will help develop the Group's strategic agenda, deliver rigorous analyses, and support decision-making at the highest levels while building a strong professional network for future

Qualifications

• This role requires strong analytical and data processing abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across functions and geographies.
• Proficient English language skills (written and spoken).
• University degree in Finance, Business Administration or Economics is required.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is expected.
• Experience in strategy consulting or corporate strategy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Group's strategic agenda through analyses and insights.
• Support cross functional projects driving transformation and value across units.
• Deliver market, competitor and financial analyses to identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare materials for the Executive Group and Board of Directors and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

University Degree in Finance, Business Administration or Economics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location:Zurich, Zurich, CH

Start your journey towards a rewarding career!

We're looking for curious, motivated graduates with strong people skills who want to grow, learn, and make a difference. If you hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD and have up to three years of professional experience, apply for our 18-month Graduate Programme starting on 1 September 2027.

Y'll gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of reinsurance, rotate into different local teams, and receive tailored training to build your expertise. This is your opportunity to shape your career, help protect societies from the world's most threatening hazards, and contribute to making the world more resilient.

By the end of the programme, you'll have built the skills, foundations and network to pursue a wide range of career opportunities within Swiss Re.

This early recruitment cycle is dedicated specifically to Group Strategy and Group Reporting & FP&A Graduate positions.

Additional Graduate opportunities across P&C, L&H, Risk Management, Finance & Asset Management functions in Zurich, London, Paris, Milan, and Bratislava will be advertised from November onwards.

About the Role

This role places you at the heart of Swiss Re's decision-making, offering direct exposure to executive-level strategy and a broad range of topics. You will contribute to the development of the Group's strategic agenda, provide insights through rigorous analyses, and support decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation. Working in a dynamic, global environment, this role provides a platform for career growth, learning, and impact within the Group.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development of the Group strategic agenda through analyses, research, and thought leadership.
• Contribute to high-impact, cross-functional projects that drive transformation and value creation across business units and group functions.
• Deliver proactively insights through market, competitor, and financial analyses to help identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare materials for the Executive Group and Board of Directors and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders.
• Operate globally, engaging with stakeholders from various business areas and geographies in a fast-paced environment.

About the Team

We are Swiss Re's Group Strategy team, working in close partnership with leadership to shape the future direction. Our international team brings together diverse backgrounds and expertise, enabling us to approach challenges from multiple perspectives. Collaboration is part of our DNA - we rely on teamwork and thrive in a culture that is high-performing and supportive. We are motivated, ambitious, and committed to making our workplace not only purposeful but also enjoyable.

About You

We are looking for people who:

• Strong analytical/data processing skills, able to break down complexity and prioritize.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in building relationships across functions and geographies.
• Excellent command in Englisch (written and verbally), every additional language is a plus.
• University Degree in Finance, Business Administration or Economics.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, insurance or related roles is a plus.

The base salary range for this position will be shared with you during the interview process.

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 15,000 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.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.

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