Sustainable Energy Graduate Development Programme 2027

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London allowance

Private medical cover

Company pension

Annual bonus

28 days holiday + volunteering days

Job summary

Zurich 56 Company Ltd invites applications for a Sustainable Energy Graduate Development Programme 2027 in London with hybrid working. Expect rotations in Energy underwriting, Claims, and Zurich Resilience Solutions, with a strong focus on sustainability throughout the risk, pricing and claims processes.

The programme includes a Level 6 Senior Insurance Professional Apprenticeship, ACII pathway, and a structured learning journey designed to develop you from university into a professional in the

Qualifications

• A passion for sustainability and environmental impact.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship required).
• Strong academic record with 2.1 degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across three teams: Energy underwriting, Claims, Resilience Solutions.
• Assist in risk assessments and decision-making with sustainability focus.
• Collaborate with brokers, clients and internal stakeholders to embed sustainability.

Skills

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor's degree (2.1+)

UCAS points (96+)

A-levels CCC

GCSE Maths/English (A*-C)

Job description

Sustainable Energy Graduate Development Programme 2027

Location: London with hybrid working

Start Date: September 2027

Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026

Are you ready to create a brighter future together?

At Zurich our brand purpose is exactly that, to create a brighter future together for our customers, our partners, employees and the planet. It’s a promise that for our customers we will put their needs at the heart of everything we do, for our employees lets grow and develop together, for our partners – let's collaborate together to create mutual value and for the planet lets drive positive impact by integrating our sustainability work into how we do business.

Our Sustainable Energy Graduate Programme will be at the heart of making a difference to our global commercial customers in the Energy sector as we support and encourage their sustainable energy transition plans, whilst helping them to manage their risks and handling their claims.

What can I look forward to?

We want you to achieve your full potential and that’s why our graduate programme is designed to build on your university studies. During the programme, you will rotate between three teams.

Energy underwriting

During your underwriting rotation, you'll gain comprehensive knowledge of risk assessment and managementwith a focus on sustainability . You will learn to evaluate insurance applications,determineterms, and set premium rates based on detailed analysis . This role involves close collaboration with brokers , clientsand internal stakeholders.

Claims

An opportunity to work with the Zurich Claims team will allow you to play a crucial role in managing and resolving insurance claims with a focus on sustainability. You'll work closely with clients, assess damages, and determine appropriate settlements. You'll alsocollaborate with various departments to integrate solutions into the claims process, ensuring that our commitment to sustainability is reflected in every aspect of our operation.

Zurich Resilience Solutions (our engineering proposition)

You will be at the forefront of identifying and mitigating risks while promoting sustainable practices across various industries. This role involves conducting thorough risk assessments, developing risk management strategies, and recommending sustainable solutions. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure that sustainability is integrated into all risk engineering processes.

These placements will help you develop expertise across the whole breadth of insurance, from understanding, assessing and reducing risk, to claims, pricing and insurance frameworks – all with a focus on sustainable energy. You’ll get to add value and make an impact from the beginning and build a great foundation for your future career.

As part of the graduate programme, you will experience an in-depth learning & development programme that will support you throughout your future career. You'll also complete a Level 6 Senior Insurance Professional Apprenticeship (equivalent to a bachelor's degree) which includes completing your Chartered Insurance Institute ACII qualification.

What’s in it for you?

As well as joining a company that is passionate about sustainability and our customers, you can expect:

£33,864starting salary – with a biannual pay review

London Allowance £3,200 per annum

28days holiday plus an additional 3 volunteering days

Full private medical cover

12% company pension contribution

Annual company bonus

Discounted gym membership

Discounted gadget insurance

Discounted technology offers

You’ll be joining a business where creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do. We’re also passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we have won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work, and everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture.

What you’ll need:

Full right to work and reside in the UK – You must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for the last three years and have the right to work in the UK. We cannot accept applications from those who require sponsorship to work in the UK

Although we are a hybrid workforce, you should be within a commutable distance of the office workplace stated in this advert

A passion for sustainability

You must have recently achieved (within the last three years) or on track to achieve a 2.1 (or above) from your bachelors or equivalent degree

At least 96 UCAS points – CCC grades (or equivalent) from 3 A-level subjects

A* to C grade (9 to 4) in Maths and English GCSE

Here, you’ll have every opportunity to use your drive and enthusiasm to innovate the future of Zurich, where 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 the above criteria. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply as we are unable to provide sponsorship.

The financials

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

Time away

• 28 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.