Technology Engineering Graduate Programme 2027

Technology Engineering Graduate Programme 2027

Location: Swindon or Whiteley

Start Date: September 2027

Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026

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. 

Is the Technology Engineering Graduate programme right for me? 

Technology is at the heart of how we serve our customers, protect their information and build the secure, resilient digital capabilities that power our business.

Do you enjoy solving problems, exploring emerging technologies and understanding how technology can create real-world impact? Are you curious about data, artificial intelligence, cyber security, cloud platforms or engineering? If so, our Technology Engineering Graduate Programme could be the perfect place to start your career.

This programme is designed for graduates who want to build technical expertise while helping shape the future of a global insurer. You will apply technology to meaningful business challenges and contribute to better outcomes for our customers and colleagues.

What can I look forward to? 

Our Technology Engineering Graduate Programme provides opportunities to gain experience across a range of technical disciplines, helping you develop the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in technology. You can expect exposure to areas such as:

• Data & Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Cloud & Platform Engineering
• DevOps & Automation

Working alongside experienced technology professionals, you will contribute to real business initiatives and learn how modern technology capabilities come together to deliver secure, resilient and innovative services.

You will receive structured learning, mentoring and development opportunities to help you build both technical expertise and the professional skills needed to thrive in a fast-changing industry. You will also join a wider graduate community, giving you opportunities to collaborate, learn and grow with peers from across the business.

This is your chance to bring fresh thinking, solve meaningful problems and help shape the future of technology at Zurich. Start your journey as a future technology specialist with us.

What’s in it for you? 

As well as joining a company that is passionate about our people, sustainability and our customers, we also have a competitive rewards and lifestyle benefits package.  

You’ll receive: 

• £33,864 starting salary 

• 28 days holiday plus an additional 3 volunteering days 

• You can request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you 

• Private medical cover 

• 12% company pension contribution 

• Annual company bonus 

• Discounted gym membership 

• Discounted gadget insurance 

• Discounted technology offers 

What you’ll need: 

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

• A genuine interest in technology, innovation and how technical solutions can address real-world problems 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with intellectual curiosity and a willingness to learn new technologies and approaches.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicating clearly with both technical and business colleagues

• A proactive, adaptable approach and the confidence to take on new challenges.

Entry Requirements: 

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

• You must have achieved at least 96 UCAS points from 3 A-Level subjects (or equivalent) 

• A minimum C/4 grade in both English & Maths at GCSE level (or equivalent). 

• You must have an indefinite, full right to work and reside in the UK. We cannot accept applications from those who require sponsorship to work in the UK. You must have resided in the UK for a minimum of three consecutive years. 

Are you ready to create a brighter future?  

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

customers at the heart of everything that we do, and we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. 

We’re passionate about diversity and inclusion, we want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work. You’ll have every opportunity to use your drive and enthusiasm to innovate the future of Zurich. Everybody is made to feel 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. Please ensure you 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. 

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