Data & Analytics Graduate Programme 2026 (London)

Zurich Insurance Group; London; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance company based in London is seeking graduates for their Data & Analytics Graduate Programme starting in September 2026. This two-and-a-half-year programme offers rotations across key data functions, extensive training, and a starting salary of £33,200. Candidates should have a strong analytical mindset, a relevant bachelor's degree, and the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Join a company committed to innovation and personal growth.

Benefits

£33,200 starting salary

25 days holiday plus additional volunteering days

Private medical cover

12% company pension contribution

Annual company bonus

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Recent achievement of a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Passion for data and innovative solutions.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with data to drive business insights.
• Engage in multiple rotations to learn core skills.
• Participate in an in-house training programme.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Coding

Education

Bachelor's degree (2.1 or above)

96 UCAS points from 3 A-Level subjects

C/4 in English & Maths at GCSE

Job description

Data & Analytics Graduate Programme 2026

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:

• £33,200 starting salary

• 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.