Operations & IT Degree Apprenticeship 2023 - Fareham Fareham, England
Zurich Insurance
Full Time
Fareham, England
21500 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Operations & IT Degree Apprenticeship 2023 - Fareham
Location: Whiteley
Salary: £21,500 per annum
Qualification: Level 6 BSc Digital and Technology Solutions
Start Date: September 2023
Closing date for applications: 19 March 2023
Are you ready to create a brighter future?
At Zurich our brand purpose is exactly that, to create a brighter future together for our customers, our partners, employees and the planet. It’s a promise that for our customers we will put their needs at the heart of everything we do, for our employees lets grow and develop together, for our partners - lets collaborate together to create mutual value and for the planet lets drive positive impact by integrating our sustainability work into how we do business. We put the customer at the heart of everything that we do, and we need like-minded people to join us on our journey.
Our Operations and IT Degree Apprenticeship is a great opportunity for someone who would like to start a career with one of the world’s most successful insurance companies. You’ll be able to earn and learn in an apprenticeship role that will give you a job with real responsibility from day one, whilst studying for a fully funded degree.
What can I look forward to?
As an Operations and IT Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to rotate across several key functions across Operations and IT which include Dev Ops, Data, Innovation Foundry, Continuous Improvement & Automation, Cyber and Service Management. This will help you understand the way our business operates and will help build your portfolio of technical and business skills. On your final rotation you will be given an opportunity to specialise in your preferred function.
You will be supported and challenged throughout the program whilst working on a number of projects and initiatives ensuring you put the customer at the heart of all we do, embed the Zurich culture and set you on your way to a successful career with us.
Alongside work you will complete a Level 6 BSc Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship will take 36 months plus an End Point Assessment.
Rest assured; we will support your study time alongside your permanent role.
What’s in it for you?
As well as joining a company that is passionate about sustainability and our customers, you can expect:
- £21,500 starting salary
- 25 days holiday plus an additional 3 volunteering days
- Contribution to Private medical cover
- 12% company pension contribution
- Annual company bonus
- Discounted gym membership
- Discounted gadget insurance
- Discounted technology offers
In return you’ll be joining a business where creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We’re also passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we have won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture.
What you’ll need
- Minimum of 3 A Levels at A*- C (or equivalent)
- A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 including Maths and English
- A professional attitude with a positive ‘can do’ approach to your work
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to build strong working relationships
- The ability to work in a team - you will need to work with other departments and consult with others, teamwork is key to our success to keep all the moving parts turning
- Effective personal planning and organisation - it can get quite busy at times so you will need to be organised.
- The ability to handle varying workloads and pressures
- Appetite to work and study for a degree qualification at the same time - we are investing in you, are you willing to invest in yourself?
You’ll need to decide on your single choice of apprenticeship programme when you submit your application, so please take time to make sure you’ve chosen the one that is right for you.
Here, you’ll have every opportunity to use your drive and enthusiasm to innovate the future of Zurich where 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 due the requirements of our apprenticeship providers. Please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply as we are unable to provide sponsorship.
