Data & Analytics Graduate Programme 2026 (London)

Overview

Data & Analytics Graduate Programme 2026 (London)

Location: London

Start Date: September 2026

Closing date for applications: Sunday 26th October 2025

Insurance is so much more than you think!

Are you looking for a career that will excite, challenge and inspire you after you've finished university? If so, a Zurich Insurance graduate scheme could be just what you're looking for. It's a great way to get real-life experience of working in insurance and discover what you enjoy. You'll get plenty of opportunities and support to shape your career and make a difference to our customers at a time when they need us the most.

Each Zurich graduate scheme is a permanent role and is just the start of your career with us. We'll continue to cheer you on every step of the way once you've finished and will remain committed to helping you grow. Working in insurance is so varied - you'll find many different opportunities to explore.

What you'll do

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-and-a-half-year programme with rotations across our Chief Data Office.
• Learn from industry experts in Data Science, Data Engineering, and Insights.
• Build essential skills from creating data pipelines and analysing data to presenting insights and developing machine learning models.
• Engage in an in-house training programme focused on technical and personal skills development and connect with graduates from across the UK business as part of a wider community.
• Gain certifications in leading cloud technologies and deliver value for the business.
• Be empowered to own your development with support from colleagues across our central data function and the Data & Analytics Graduate community.
• Drive real change by using data to power decision-making and shape the future of Zurich.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive rewards and lifestyle benefits package.
• 25 days holiday plus an additional 3 volunteering days.
• Option to swap UK bank holidays for days off with cultural or religious significance.
• Private medical cover.
• 12% company pension contribution.
• Annual company bonus.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Discounted gadget insurance and technology offers.

What you'll need

• Strong numeracy, curiosity about data, and passion for using data to create value.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; comfortable coding, problem solving, and presenting insights to stakeholders.
• Hybrid working; should be within a commutable distance to the stated office.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build strong working relationships.

Entry Requirements

• Recent or on-track to achieve a 2.1 (or above) from your bachelor's or equivalent degree (within the last three years).
• A minimum of 96 UCAS points from 3 A-Level subjects (or equivalent).
• A minimum C/4 grade in English & Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent).
• Indefinite, full right to work and reside in the UK. No sponsorship accepted. Resided in the UK for a minimum of three consecutive years.

Are you ready to create a brighter future?

Zurich's brand purpose is to create a brighter future together for customers, partners, employees and the planet. We put our customers at the heart of what we do, and we value diversity and inclusion. Everyone is welcome, 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 our criteria listed above. You must have the right to reside and work in the UK before you apply as we are unable to provide sponsorship. You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of three consecutive years in order to apply.

Benefits summary

• Defined non-contributory pension scheme (12%).
• Annual company bonus.
• Income protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.
• Private medical insurance, virtual GP, discounted gym membership, and wellbeing support.