2027 Level 4 Insurance Professional Apprenticeship Programme, Ipswich

Willis Towers Watson; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Willis Towers Watson invites applicants to join a 24-month Corporate Risk & Broking apprenticeship. You will learn from market-leading experts, build client relationships and contribute to diverse projects while pursuing the CII Diploma in Insurance.

The programme offers hybrid working with four days in the office or equivalent, and structured study time weekly to complete qualifications and exams.

Qualifications

• 3 A-Levels, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working with colleagues and clients
• Detail and client focused
• Able to work with and analyse data
• Motivated, organised and ready to make a real contribution from day one
• Computer literate, ideally with some understanding of MS Word, Excel and AI tools such as co-pilot

Responsibilities

• Build your skills through both on-the-job and structured training
• Be supported to study for your Level 4 Insurance Professional Apprenticeship, whilst gaining the highly valued Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Diploma in Insurance
• Build relationships with clients as well as colleagues
• Support and contribute to a wide variety of complex client projects
• Play your part in delivering exceptional service to our clients
• Engage in a bespoke and varied learning journey to gain broader understanding about our business and develop key skills for success

Skills

Excellent communicator

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Client focus

Data analysis

Organised

Motivated

MS Word & Excel

AI tools (Copilot)

Education

Three A-Levels & GCSEs in English & Maths

Tools

MS Word

Excel

AI tools (Copilot)

Job description

Description

With 49,000 colleagues in over 140 countries, we help organisations make forward-thinking choices about their people, their investments and the risks they face. Joining our industry-leadingCorporate Risk & Broking (CRB)team, you’ll be part of this impact right from the start.

Our CRB business is one of the world’s largest insurance brokers and risk advisory firms. We help clients ranging from small businesses to multinationals to understand, assess and manage their risks. Our experts collaborate around the world to provide our clients with a broader perspective, data-led insight and exceptional service. This is important and fascinatingly diverse work, and you’ll help us deliver it.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

Responsibilities

This 24 month programme is both an opportunity to make an impact and your first step towards a lasting career within our CRB team. Working with and learning from some of the market’s leading experts, you’ll:

• Build your skills through both on-the-job and structured training


• Be supported to study for your Level 4 Insurance Professional Apprenticeship, whilst gaining the highly valued Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Diploma in Insurance


• Build relationships with clients as well as colleagues


• Support and contribute to a wide variety of complex client projects


• Play your part in delivering exceptional service to our clients


• Engage in a bespoke and varied learning journey to gain broader understanding about our business and develop key skills for success

Insurance is an incredibly diverse global marketplace, so we have a wide range of specialist teams. Your application will be considered for the following areas:

Global Aviation and Space

Our experts work with airlines, airports, aerospace companies, general aviation clients and the space industry, providing innovative solutions for a wide range of risks.

Global FINEX

With experts in Financial, Executive and Professional risks, we provide tailored risk management solutions in areas including cyber, employment practices and mergers and acquisitions.

Global Marine

Drawing on decades of experience, this team offers global expertise across four business units: Shipping and Maritime Industries, Special Risks, Specie, and Global Asset Protection.

Global Natural Resources

We support organisations and industries at the forefront of the energy transition. From renewable energy and utilities to power and mining, we help the sector leaders make future-ready decisions.

GB Retail

We combine our analytical and market expertise with deep client insight to deliver the best solutions and outcomes they possibly can for our clients. We operate across multiple sectors including: Leisure & hospitality, real estate, healthcare, public sector, education; Retail & distribution, manufacturing, business services, with a variety of size of clients, from large corporates to small and medium sized businesses.

Qualifications

Requirements

Everyone in the team will be there to help you learn and grow throughout your time on the apprenticeship programme, particularly while you’re studying for your CII qualification. To transform your tomorrow with WTW, you’ll need to be:

• 3 A-Levels, plus GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)


• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills


• Comfortable working with colleagues and clients


• Detail and client focused


• Able to work with and analyse data


• Motivated, organised and ready to make a real contribution from day one


• Computer literate, ideally with some understanding of MS Word, Excel and AI tools such as co-pilot

Over the course of 24 months, alongside the responsibilities of your role, you will also complete a programme of study which will be a combination of assignments, coursework and exams. Whilst WTW and the selected government approved training provider, will equip you with all of the materials required, six hours per week to focus on your studies, and the support of a tutor, you will need to ensure that you are meeting all key milestones set out at the beginning of your apprenticeship and achieving the standards required, both academically and in your role. Further information on the apprenticeship will be provided post offer; however, we encourage you to research the requirements of the apprenticeship standard [https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0241-v2-0] in advance of your interview.

Closing Date: 20th October 2026

Workstyles:

We’re open to hybrid working for this role. This means blending working at home with at least four days in the office, learning from experienced colleagues and getting to know your fellow apprentices.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants.

We are committed to maintaining a fair and equitable process for all candidates.