Operations & IT Degree Apprenticeship 2023 - Fareham
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Position Overview & Specifications
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
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?
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.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Insurance Carriers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Operations & IT Degree Apprenticeship 2023 - Fareham roles across Zurich Insurance's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Insurance Carriers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,500 - £21,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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