Reinsurance apprenticeship vacancies- locally based

 

Guy Carpenter are a global Reinsurance Broker based in the City next to the Tower of London and we are currently looking for candidates to join our Apprenticeship programme. Our Apprenticeship programme gives the experiences, skills and qualifications needed to get a career off to a brilliant start in a global industry which can take you anywhere. 

Guy Carpenter & Company, LLC is a leading global risk and reinsurance specialist with more than 3,100 professionals in over 60 offices around the world. Guy Carpenter delivers a powerful combination of broking expertise, trusted strategic advisory services and industry-leading analytics to help clients adapt to emerging opportunities and achieve profitable growth. For more information, visit www.guycarp.com and follow Guy Carpenter on LinkedIn and Twitter @GuyCarpenter.

Guy Carpenter & Company, LLC and its separately incorporated operating entities around the world are part of Marsh & McLennan Companies, a publicly held company

Guy Carpenter Apprenticeship Programme London – October 2022

About the Programme

• 18 – 24 month programme to start in October 2022
• Based in London
• Work towards the Certificate of Insurance Level 3 Insurance Practitioner qualification
• Full time role with a competitive salary
• A complete learning experience through a range of training events, networking activities and business support
• Have 20% of your work time dedicated to focus and develop the required skills, knowledge and behaviors to achieve the apprenticeship.
• Range of roles available within our Broking or Analytics teams, successful candidates will be matched to a suitable position as part of the assessment process.

What do we value?

Qualifications (required):

• 104 UCAS points at A-Level or equivalent (B-TEC, T-LEVEL etc)
• 5 GCSE’s at Grades 9 – 4 (including English & Maths)
• Right to Work in the UK (we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role)

Skills:

• Desire to succeed in a competitive environment where building relationships is the key to your success
• Highly effective written and interpersonal communication skills
• Organisation, planning and problem-solving skills
• Numerically confident with strong analytical skills; and
• Exceptional IT skills – such as (but not limited to) an ability to use a variety of Microsoft products to a high standard, including Word and Excel.

What is a typical ‘Day in the Life’ of a Guy Carpenter Apprentice 

Roles will vary dependent upon the business unit, however Apprentices can expect to:

• Gain an understanding of how Guy Carpenter (GC) meets the needs of its clients;
• Gain an understanding of the key principles of risk, insurance and reinsurance;
• Effectively deal with a variety of business situations through “on-the-job” experience;
• Build a network with fellow trainees on the Programme, alumni from previous years and stakeholders from across the business; and
• Understanding the different roles within the industry and how they interact with each other
• Contributing to the achievement of own and departmental targets, key performance indicators and business objectives.
• Researching ways to resolve issues and achieve the best possible outcome for GC and its clients.
• Managing and prioritising workload to meet deadlines while maintaining high standard and integrity of service to GC Business Divisions and external clients.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with GC colleagues, clients and external parties.
• Proactively managing tasks in accordance with specific client requirements and in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Producing and maintaining accurate documentation and financial records.
• Contributing to internal and external meetings and support projects or enquiries

What’s in it for you?

• Support during your qualification
• Joining a Company with a strong brand and strong results to match
• Access to Employee Resource Groups
• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits
• Volunteer opportunities

Our Application Process:

• Apply by January 2022 by submitting your CV and completing a short questionnaire
• If you meet our criteria, you will be asked to complete a Video Interview & Gamification tests
• If successful, you will be invited to attend a virtual interview

If you have any questions regarding the role, programme or company please join us at one of our virtual events. Click here to sign up to our next event. We look forward to meeting you!

Join us:

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all.  If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition, hearing loss) and need us to arrange reasonable support during the recruitment process, please contact us at TAUK@mmc.com to discuss any specific needs.

Company Profile

Marsh & McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company's 76,000 colleagues advise clients in over 130 countries. With annualized revenue approaching $17 billion, Marsh & McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh advises individual and commercial clients of all sizes on insurance broking and innovative risk management solutions. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations meet the health, wealth and career needs of a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit mmc.com, follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter @mmc_global or subscribe to BRINK.

They have offices both in London and Witham so whilst this vacancy is for London, they can link in with colleagues in Witham, if any candidates would prefer to work locally.

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