Guy Carpenter Apprenticeship Programme Norwich - 2026

National African-American Insurance Association (NAAIA); Broadland; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global risk and reinsurance specialist in the United Kingdom is seeking candidates for its 16-month apprenticeship program to join their Client Support Services teams. This full-time hybrid role starts in October 2026 and involves both training and hands-on business experience. Applicants need to have 96 UCAS points at A-Level or equivalent and five GCSEs at grades 9-4, including English and Maths. Join a collaborative environment focused on your personal and professional success.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Professional development opportunities

Vibrant and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Strong desire to succeed in competitive environments.
• Proficient in IT and advanced skills in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Understand how GC meets client needs and key insurance principles.
• Gain practical experience in various business situations.
• Build a network with fellow trainees and stakeholders.
• Contribute to departmental targets effectively.
• Research solutions to ensure best outcomes for GC and clients.

Skills

Relationship building

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

96 UCAS points at A-Level or equivalent

5 GCSE's at Grades 9-4 including English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Guy Carpenter & Company, LLC is a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist with more than 3,100 professionals in over 60 offices around the world. Guy Carpenter delivers a powerful combination of broking expertise, trusted strategic advisory services and industry‑leading analytics to help clients adapt to emerging opportunities and achieve profitable growth. Guy Carpenter is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC).

Guy Carpenter & Company, LLC and its separately incorporated operating entities around the world are part of Marsh & McLennan Companies, a publicly held company.

We are seeking talented individuals to join our Apprenticeship Programme. The roles will be based in our Norwich office. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Guy Carpenter Apprenticeship Programme

• 16-Month Level 3 Apprenticeship: Starting in October 2026, fully supported by Davies Learning Solutions.
• Integrated Learning: Participate in an 18-month Guy Carpenter program, combining study with hands‑on business experience.
• Full‑Time Role: Enjoy a permanent position with a competitive salary.
• Comprehensive Training: Gain insights into Guy Carpenter and the industry through training events, networking, and business support.
• Skill Development: Dedicate 20% of your work time to developing the skills and knowledge needed for your apprenticeship.
• Roles Available: Join our Client Support Services teams, focusing on technical reinsurance claims and premium processing.

We will count on you to:

• Understand how Guy Carpenter (GC) meets client needs and the key principles of risk, insurance, and reinsurance.
• Gain practical experience to effectively handle various business situations.
• Build a network with fellow trainees, alumni, and stakeholders across the business.
• Contribute to departmental targets and key performance indicators while managing your workload effectively.
• Research solutions to issues, ensuring the best outcomes for GC and its clients.
• Maintain strong relationships with colleagues and clients, and support internal and external meetings and projects.

What you need to have:

• 96 UCAS points at A-Level or equivalent (BTEC, T-LEVEL etc). Applicants at A-Level will need to enter n/a in the degree field to bypass this section of their application.
• 5 GCSE's at Grades 9‑4 (including English & Maths)
• Right to Work in the UK

What makes you stand out?

• Strong desire to succeed in a competitive environment through relationship building and effective communication.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and problem‑solving skills, complemented by strong analytical abilities.
• Proficient in IT, with advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well‑being.

Diversity Matters:

We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients regardless of their gender expression or identity, marital or civil partnership status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We are proud of our inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work and thrive. We provide our colleagues with a supportive, collaborative environment that leads to innovative ideas and the ability to make an impact. Learn more about our foundational values, mission and vision for the future by reviewing our Greater Good Policy.

At Guy Carpenter, you can be your best. We work on challenges that matter with colleagues who help bring out our best. Our uniquely collaborative environment will empower you to focus on your personal and professional success, learning from top specialists in the (re)insurance industry and leading you towards a rewarding and impactful career.

Guy Carpenter, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a leading global risk advisory and reinsurance specialist and broker. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit guycarp.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, civil partnership status, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in accordance with applicable law to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at [e-mail].

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.