Graduate Development Programme Ireland - Start your Journey in September 2026!

Job Summary

Take the leap and join Zurich’s Graduate Development Programme where your ambition meets endless opportunity. Over two exciting years, you’ll become part of a global brand, gaining hands-on experience, building technical and leadership skills, and launching your career in a company that values your ideas and your growth.

Why choose Zurich’s Graduate Programme?

Position: Permanent contract where you will step straight into a role with real responsibility and support.

Rotational Experience: Structured rotations tailored to your interests and business needs.

Career Development: Focus on building technical expertise, leadership skills, and project know-how.

Skill Building: Get involved in underwriting, risk assessment, claims, stakeholder reporting, and operational excellence.

Grow & Connect: Make lasting professional connections.

Who we are looking for....

We’re searching for ambitious, curious, and innovative graduates who want to make a real difference. If you’re eager to learn, and ready to jumpstart your career in insurance, Zurich is the place for you.

Entry Requirements

• Achieved or expected minimum 2:1 Honours Degree or Masters in any discipline
• Further postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field are an advantage
• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills
• Eligible to work in Ireland on a permanent basis with no visa restrictions
• Open to 2024 and 2025 graduates

How To Apply

Show us your achievements include Leaving Cert results and all degree/master’s results (actual or predicted) in your CV.

Apply online via our Zurich Career page, applications by email or post cannot be accepted.

Key Dates

Interviews: January 2026 (subject to change)

Closing Date: Friday 2nd January 2026 (11.59pm) – Late applications will not be considered.

What’s in it for you?

• Up to 15% annual bonus
• Personal insurance discounts
• VHI Group Scheme (40% subscription paid)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 21 days annual leave
• Active Sports & Social Club
• Zurich Contributory Pension Scheme
• AVC facilities for additional retirement savings
• Volunteering opportunities
• Further education funding
• Refer a friend programme

About Zurich Ireland

Zurich is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. 

Zurich is a strong brand with more than 63,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in over 200 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit.

At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our purpose and values are designed to protect, inspire confidence and help our employees reach their full potential. We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join Zurich and be part of this culture. Together we are committed to delivering on our purpose - Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together!