General Insurance Graduate Programme

Allianz; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate salary

Six-month International Assignment

Educational support & study leave

Hybrid working arrangements

Onsite gym

Health & Pension benefits

Volunteer days

Mentorship programme

Career development & training

Job summary

Allianz Ireland invites graduates to join the General Insurance Graduate Programme, a three-year journey with four rotations across Transformation, Operations, Underwriting, Marketing, Claims and more. It includes a six-month international assignment within the Allianz Group and support to achieve the APA insurance qualification.

Based in Elm Park, Dublin 4, the programme offers hybrid working arrangements, competitive salary, extensive learning and development, and a strong professional network

Qualifications

• 2:1 degree in Insurance, Business, Law, Commerce, Marketing, Communications, Finance, Economics or related discipline
• Full authorisation to work in Ireland or valid work permit for minimum 36 months
• Demonstrated work experience through internships, placements, part-time employment, volunteering, academic projects or extracurricular activities

Skills

Collaboration

Commercial awareness

Communication

Adaptability

Curiosity

Proactiveness

Learning mindset

Education

2:1 degree in relevant discipline

Job description

About Allianz

We are proud to be one of the world’s most trusted insurance companies, and Ireland’s #1 Property & Casualty Insurer serving over 900,000 customers across Ireland, for over 100 years. Our success is driven by the incredible people we employ, with over 800 people in Allianz Ireland, we are committed to supporting our employees' individual needs and aspirations.

This role is officially based in Elm Park, Dublin 4, but we embrace a hybrid working model that offers you the flexibility and support you need to excel in your role.

We are incredibly proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work having won the Super Large Category in 2025 & 2026, as well as being named one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces for Women and Best Workplaces for Health & Wellbeing. We are also the proud winners of the Gradireland Best Graduate Recruiter within the Insurance industry 2022 – 2025.

At Allianz, we believe the graduates of today will become the leaders, innovators and experts of tomorrow.

The General Insurance Graduate Programme

The General Insurance Graduate Programme is a three-year programme designed to build commercial awareness, business expertise and leadership capability through a structured learning journey.

You will gain hands‑on experience across a range of business functions, helping to shape the future of insurance through customer-focused solutions, business transformation and innovation. Throughout the programme, you will complete four rotations tailored to your strengths, interests and development goals, typically across teams including Transformation, Operations, Underwriting, Marketing, Claims, Product and other key business areas.

As part of the programme, you'll complete a six-month international assignment within the Allianz Group, giving you exposure to global best practice, different cultures and international career opportunities.

In parallel, you will receive support to achieve your APA (Accredited Product Adviser) professional insurance qualification, benefit from structured learning and development opportunities, and build a strong professional network across Allianz Ireland and the wider Allianz Group.

For more information download our Graduate Programme Brochure

Closing date for applications: 11th October 2026

What We Are Looking For

We're seeking curious, ambitious graduates who are passionate about building a career in a dynamic, innovative customer-focused business. You may be a strong fit if you:

• Enjoy working collaboratively and building strong relationships with others.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness and an interest in understanding customer needs and emerging market and business trends.
• Have an interest in innovation, emerging technologies and continuous improvement.
• Are results oriented & solutions focused
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and can adapt to change.
• Take ownership, show initiative and are self-motivated.
• Are naturally curious and eager to learn.

Minimum Requirements

• Achieved or expected 2:1 degree in the following areas: Insurance, Business, Law, Commerce, Marketing, Communications, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• Full authorisation to work in Ireland or a valid work permit for minimum of 36-month period covering the duration of the programme.
• Demonstrated work experience through internships, placements, part-time employment, volunteering, academic projects or extracurricular activities.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary
• Six-month International Assignment
• Further Educational Support & Additional Study Leave
• 22 Annual Leave Days plus 2 company days and volunteer days
• Excellent Health & Pension Benefits
• Staff Affinity Insurance Scheme
• Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Free Lunch
• Onsite Gym
• Holiday Saving Scheme & Travel Subsidies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Active Social Club & Events
• Charity and community initiatives
• Mentorship Programme
• Compressive Learning & Development Support

Allianz plc. is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

Regulatory Notice

Appointment to this role will be subject to the requirements provided for by the Central Bank of Ireland. Please refer to the Central Bank of Ireland’s Guidance on Minimum Competency Code: Minimum Competency | Central Bank of Ireland as well as F&P Standards and the Corporate Governance Requirements: Fitness & Probity | Central Bank of Ireland. This includes the requirements provided for by the Central Bank Individual Accountability Framework Act 2023. The successful candidate will be provided with the relevant Conduct Standards (including Additional Conduct Standards) training, where required. Full details are available via the Central Bank website: Individual Accountability Framework | Central Bank of Ireland.

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.

At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.

Join us. Let's care for tomorrow.