Job Description

Location:

Zurich, Zurich, CH



Launch your career with impact!


We're looking for curious, motivated graduates with strong people skills who want to grow, learn, and make a difference. If you hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD and have up to three years of professional experience, apply to our 18-month Graduate Programme starting 1 September 2026.


You'll gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of reinsurance, rotate into a different team, and receive tailored training to build your expertise. This is your chance to shape your future - and help protect societies from the world's most complex risks.

About the Role

This role places you at the heart of Swiss Re's decision-making, offering direct exposure to executive-level strategy and a broad range of topics. You will contribute to the development of the Group's strategic agenda while gaining invaluable experience in the reinsurance industry through meaningful rotations and tailored training.


Key Responsibilities

Develop strategic initiatives

by supporting the Group strategic agenda through analyses, research, and thought leadership

Drive transformation

by contributing to high-impact, cross-functional projects that create value across business units and group functions

Generate insights

through market, competitor, and financial analyses to help identify risks and opportunities

Support decision-making

by preparing materials for the Executive Group and Board of Directors

Collaborate globally

with stakeholders from various business areas and geographies in a fast-paced environment

About the Team

We are Swiss Re's Group Strategy team, working closely with leadership to shape the future direction. Our international team brings together diverse backgrounds and expertise, enabling us to approach challenges from multiple perspectives. Collaboration is part of our DNA - we rely on teamwork and thrive in a culture that is high-performing and supportive. We are motivated, ambitious, and committed to making our workplace not only purposeful but also enjoyable.

About You

You're an analytical thinker with excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. You thrive in fast-paced environments, can translate complex concepts into clear insights, and are eager to learn and grow in a global reinsurance context.


We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

Strong analytical and data processing skills with ability to break down complexity and prioritize Excellent interpersonal skills with experience building relationships across functions and geographies University Degree in Finance, Business Administration or Economics Excellent command of English (written and verbal) Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, insurance or related roles is a plus.
The base salary range for this position will be shared with you during the interview process.

The application process is open for at least 4 weeks and if you do not hear from us within this time frame, it does not mean your application is ignored. We will get back to you latest by mid-November.

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.



Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.



If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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135211