Graduate Applications Developer

targetjobs UK; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Pega Applications Developer to join a global insurance firm. This role offers a great opportunity for recent graduates with a STEM degree, providing training in low-code application development. You'll work in agile teams, gather requirements, and develop workflows, while receiving industry-recognised qualifications and guidance from experienced professionals during your career journey.

Benefits

Full support for industry-recognised qualifications

Competitive Salary

Wellness Support

Mentoring from experienced coaches

Community focused on diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths.
• Interest in low-code application development.
• Willing to learn and develop within team environments.

Responsibilities

• Gather requirements from stakeholders and create user stories.
• Work with agile project teams to deliver end-to-end projects.
• Develop Pega Workflows and work on BPM systems.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Stakeholder Management

Organisational Skills

Education

Minimum 2:1 University Degree in a STEM subject

Job description

Start Date (two Intakes)

• One intake for an immediate start.
• A second intake for a January 2026 start.
  
  

Application Requirements

• Minimum 2:1 University Degree in a STEM subject (Science, Technology, Engineering or Maths).
• An interest in building a career as a "low-code” applications developer, where you will be up-skilling on a prestigious and highly sought after, Enterprise Applications Development Platform. (No coding experience is required, however, an understanding of coding languages may be beneficial).
• Commuting distance of Bridgend and a desire to remain in the area long-term. Must be able to be on site a minimum of three days a week. Relocation support is available for those not living within commuting distance.
  
  

About Grayce

Grayce specialises in driving change and transformation for some of the world’s most ambitious organisations. For over a decade, we've partnered with FTSE 100 and 250 companies to deliver impactful results by developing and deploying high-performing Grayce Analysts (you!), in the UK and beyond.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is designed to launch the careers of recent graduates eager to make an impact. We offer a fast-track route to expertise, allowing you to gain hands-on experience with one of our impressive clients.

With your specialism in Application Development, you will have a tailored learning development journey bespoke to your role, meaning you are prepared for whatever the day throws at you, whilst learning key skills and gaining industry specific accreditations along the way.

About The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of our clients; a global, blue-chip Specialist Insurance firm, with headquarters in London and Houston, and with a rapidly growing team in Bridgend, Wales.

Working as Grayce Analysts, you will be deployed to our client to join their Product Engineering team, as "Pega” Applications Developers.

Pega is a "low-code” application development platform that enables organisations to rapidly design, build, and deploy applications involving workflow automation and AI-decisioning, without coding.

This role presents a long-term career opportunity to join our end-client as full-time employees following completion of the Grayce Programme.

Day To Day Responsibilities

• Gather requirements from senior stakeholders across all areas of the organisation to understand business needs and create user stories.
• Work effectively as part of agile project teams, engaging with Project Managers, Business Analysts, UX Designers, Testers and Product Owners to help scope out and deliver end-to-end projects.
• Develop Pega Workflows across all business lines (Underwriting, London Market, Trade Credit, Financial Lines and more).
• Working on Business Process Management (BPM) systems and Workflow Management Systems.
• Work towards obtaining Pega Qualifications, through structured courses and learning, provided by the client.
  
  

What makes a great Grayce Analyst?

Analytical Problem Solving: We're looking for analytical minds that can spot patterns and think creatively. Whether it's dissecting complex issues or finding fresh angles, we highly value critical thinking skills and their application.

Soft Skills: From effective communication styles to planning, organisation and a learning development mindset, Grayce is committed to building core consultancy skills. Stakeholder and time management are core skills we utilise every day and we look for examples of those through our interview process.

Why Grayce?

Our Analysts are continuously involved in major global transformation programmes across diverse industries.

Competitive Salary: Starting at £25,000 with potential for significant growth.

Opportunity: Over the course of 2 years, you'll embark on a journey of continuous learning, gaining industry-accredited qualifications, whilst getting hands-on experience working directly with a prestigious global insurance firm.

Mentoring: Thrive under the guidance of our experienced coaches and Technical Trainers. They’ll be your go-to, offering support, insights, sharing experiences.

Community: Grayce doesn’t just talk about diversity and inclusion; we live and breathe it. Our community is built around an environment that values your unique perspective.

Industry Recognition: We help you embark on your journey with fully funded, industry-recognised qualifications designed to maximise your experience and put you in control of your career.

Wellness Support: We are here for you 24/7 with our Employee Assistance Programme, offering confidential assistance ranging from financial and legal support to health and wellbeing.

Join Grayce and accelerate your career!