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We are thrilled to announce that the Zurich Summer Internship Programme is returning for another exciting year, offering an array of new opportunities for aspiring professionals like you!
The Zurich Summer Internship Programme is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to the dynamic world of work. It is an excellent opportunity for students and recent graduates to gain practical knowledge and enhance their skillset in a supportive and engaging environment.
What's new?
This year, we have expanded the range of internship positions available across various departments, including investments, business change, finance, IT, and more.
Additionally, we have revamped our internship curriculum to offer more workshops and the opportunity to network with professionals across our business. You'll have the chance to learn from industry experts, participate in real-life projects, and develop skills that will set you up for future success.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate student to join us across our Risk and Compliance functions where you will gain insight into the core elements of our Risk and Compliance frameworks, general risk management awareness and a greater understanding of regulation on the Isle of Man for Insurers.
Skills and experience
- Strong academic performance in any discipline.
- Naturally curious and inquisitive.
- Demonstrates empathy: being able to put yourself in other peoples’ shoes and to show care and concern for others around you.
- A problem solver, who is open to innovation and will challenge the status quo to get the best result.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
A bit more about what you will be doing
- Gain an insight into:
- The core elements of a Compliance framework including areas such as assurance, managing regulatory relationships and communications, regulatory and group compliance reporting obligations, and gain hands on experience by providing support to the Compliance Function during the placement period.
- The different topical compliance subject areas, such as prevention of financial crime, data protection and treating customers fairly and experience how these areas are managed within the Compliance function.
- The core elements of an Enterprise Risk Management Framework, how risk management activities are embedded within the business and how the risk management team interact with the business (include attendance at risk meetings eg a functional risk review).
- Group Policies & review a sample Policy for local adherence purpose.
- How to perform a risk assessment and take part in assessment process / assist with updating risk profiles.
- Operational Event Management – shadow root cause analysis.
Why a Zurich Summer Internship?
- Competitive pro rata salary.
- 25 days holiday pro rata for the duration of the internship.
- Gain experience of a fast-moving, competitive, and business-focused environment whilst completing your studies!
- Free car parking.
- Awards for Excellence Sustainable Business of the Year & UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Award for Energy 2023.
- Access to all committee events.
