Starr Associates Program - Finance

Starr Insurance Companies; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Insurance Companies, a global leader in commercial insurance, invites recent graduates to join the Global Associates Program in New York. This accelerated training program identifies high-potential graduates and provides hands-on experience across Starr’s departments, with exposure to senior leadership, technical training, and professional development.

As an Associate, you will contribute to projects, attend home office visits, and build core skills in claims, underwriting, actuarial

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with limited industry experience.
• Relevant internship or college work experience preferred.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication; analytical thinking.
• Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with growth and leadership potential.
• Risk Management/Insurance and Business majors preferred.
• Undergraduate degree required before program begins June 2026.

Responsibilities

• Study for and pass an exam or designation related to your job function.
• Collaborate with fellow Associates on a project related to emerging technologies or process improvement.
• Home office visits to New York City for hands-on training, management discussions, and team‑building events.
• Cross‑departmental learning: hear from professionals in key insurance areas to get holistic understanding.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Time management

Proactive mindset

Education

Undergraduate degree required

Risk Management/Insurance or Business majors preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Program Overview

The 2027-2028 Starr Global Associates Program is a dynamic, accelerated training program designed to identify, cultivate, and retain high-potential college graduates. This program offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and build a strong foundation in the insurance industry. As an Associate, you will work in one of Starr’s various departments, learning the business and contributing to your team. The Associates Program complements your department work by offering professional development opportunities, including direct exposure to senior leadership, technical training, and a comprehensive understanding of key functions throughout the organization.

This is not a rotational program

Program Responsibilities

• Continuing Education: Study for and pass an exam or designation related to your job function during the program (i.e. a course offered through The Institutes).
• Group Project: Collaborate with fellow Associates on a project related to emerging technologies, internal initiatives, or process improvement.
• Home Office Visits: Participate in home office visits to New York City for hands‑on training, management discussions, and team‑building social events.
• Cross‑Departmental Learning: Hear from professionals in key insurance areas like claims, credit, actuarial science, underwriting, and reinsurance to get holistic understanding of Starr’s operations.

Program Benefits

• Build confidence and foundational expertise through hands‑on experience in your department.
• Develop professionally through training, formal and informal mentorship, and exposure to leadership.
• Establish a network of professionals across the organization.
• Learn in a supportive and collaborative program, tailored for recent graduates.
• Improve your business acumen in presentation skills, building your brand, and negotiations, time management, and other skills needed for corporate work.
• Strengthen your business acumen with practical experience in presenting, branding, prioritizing your time, and other key areas for corporate success.

Requirements

• Recent graduate or early‑career professional with little to no industry experience.
• Relevant internship or work experience during college years preferred.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to problem‑solve and think analytically.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• A self‑motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for learning and growth and demonstrated leadership potential.
• Risk Management/Insurance and Business majors preferred; some positions may require different areas of study.
• A completed undergraduate degree is required before the program begins in June 2026.

Compensation & Benefits

For individuals based in New York, Starr Insurance Companies is required by law to provide a compensation range. The estimated wage range for this role is $68,000-$78,000, which reflects factors such as skills, experience, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs.

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Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.

Starr is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest‑growing insurance companies in the world. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever‑changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce.

https://starr.com/About/Careers