Data & Analytics Graduate Programme 2026 (London)

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative insurance company in London is offering a Data & Analytics Graduate Programme for graduates with a passion for using data to drive change. This program includes rotations across various departments, focusing on skills such as data analysis and coding. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop essential technical skills in a supportive environment. The company promotes diversity and offers a competitive benefits package including medical cover and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus 3 volunteering days

Private medical cover

12% company pension contribution

Annual company bonus

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Good with numbers and passionate about data.
• Able to work independently and in teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with data to deliver actionable insights.
• Participate in rotations across the Chief Data Office.
• Create data pipelines and analyze data.

Skills

Data analysis

Coding

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Data & Analytics Graduate Programme 2026 (London)

Location: London

Start Date: September 2026

Closing date for applications: Sunday 26th October 2025

Insurance is so much more than you think!

Are you looking for a career that will excite, challenge and inspire you after you've finished university? If so, a Zurich Insurance graduate scheme could be just what you're looking for. It's a great way to get real-life experience of working in insurance and discover what you enjoy. You'll get plenty of opportunities and support to shape your career and make a difference to our customers at a time when they need us the most.

Each Zurich graduate scheme is a permanent role and is just the start of your career with us. We'll continue to cheer you on every step of the way once you’ve finished and will remain committed to helping you grow. Working in insurance is so varied - you'll find many different opportunities to explore.

Is the Data & Analytics Graduate programme right for me?

Data underpins everything we do as a business and enables us to deliver new and innovative products and services for our customers.

Do you love exploring new technology and finding creative solutions to challenges? Are you eager to use data to tell compelling stories and drive positive change? If innovation excites you, our Data and Analytics Graduate Programme could be the perfect launchpad for your career.

On this programme, every day brings fresh opportunities. You’ll work with cutting-edge cloud technology, turning data into actionable insights to propel our business forwards. You’ll play a key role in driving innovation and helping us stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

What can I look forward to?

This two-and-a-half-year programme consists of several rotations across our Chief Data Office, where you'll be learning from industry experts in Data Science, Data Engineering, and Insights. You’ll build essential skills from creating data pipelines and analysing data to presenting insights and developing machine learning models.

An in-house training programme has been developed by our graduates for you. The training programme consists of technical and personal skills development and connects you with Graduates from across the UK business as part of a wider community. You will be able to gain certifications in leading cloud technologies providing you with the practical experience to deliver value for our business. The training programme is designed to provide you with the foundations you need to succeed at Zurich and become a rounded professional.

You will be empowered to be yourself and own your development, supported by extremely talented and knowledgeable colleagues across our central data function. You will have ongoing support from colleagues who will encourage you to be the best you can be. You will become part of the Data & Analytics Graduate community and be supported by existing graduates to help you settle into your new career.

This is your chance to drive real change, using data to power decision-making and shape the future of our organisation. Start your journey as a future data and analytics expert with us.

What’s in it for you?

As well as joining a company that is passionate about our people, sustainability and our customers, we also have a competitive rewards and lifestyle benefits package.

You’ll receive:

• 25 days holiday plus an additional 3 volunteering days
• You can request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you
• Private medical cover
• 12% company pension contribution
• Annual company bonus
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounted gadget insurance
• Discounted technology offers

What you’ll need:

• We are looking for people who are good with numbers and are passionate about the opportunities that using data presents and can demonstrate intellectual curiosity.
• You will be able to work independently and as part of a team, have a passion for coding, problem solving, and are comfortable presenting insights back to business stakeholders.
• Although we are a hybrid workforce, you should be within a commutable distance to the office workplace stated in this advert
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships

Entry Requirements:

• You must have recently achieved (within the last three years) or on track to achieve a 2.1 (or above) from your bachelor's or equivalent degree.
• You must have achieved at least 96 UCAS points from 3 A-Level subjects (or equivalent)
• A minimum C/4 grade in both English & Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent).
• You must have an indefinite, full right to work and reside in the UK. We cannot accept applications from those who require sponsorship to work in the UK. You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of three consecutive years.

Are you ready to create a brighter future?

At Zurich our brand purpose is to create a brighter future together, for our customers, our partners, our employees and the planet. It’s a promise that for our customers, we will put their needs at the heart of everything we do and for our employees, to grow and develop together. For our partners, to collaborate to create mutual value and for the planet, to drive positive impact by integrating our sustainability work into how we do business. We put our customers at the heart of everything that we do, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join us.

We’re passionate about diversity and inclusion, we want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work. You’ll have every opportunity to use your drive and enthusiasm to innovate the future of Zurich. Everybody is made to feel welcome, different opinions are valued, personal needs are respected, and opportunity is equal for all.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

Please note we are unable to progress your application if you don't meet our criteria listed above. Please ensure you have the right to reside and work in the UK before you apply as we are unable to provide sponsorship. You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of three consecutive years in order to apply.

The financials

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.

Time away

• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks\' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We\'re making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.