Group Financial Performance Management & Planning - Graduate
Swiss Re · Zurich, Switzerland · 6d ago
Start your journey towards a rewarding career!
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 for our 18-month Graduate Programme starting on 1 September 2027.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of reinsurance, rotate into different teams, and receive tailored training to build your expertise. This is your opportunity to shape your career, help protect societies from the world’s most threatening hazards, and contribute to making the world more resilient.
By the end of the programme, you’ll have built the skills, foundations and network to pursue a wide range of career opportunities within Swiss Re.
This early recruitment cycle is dedicated specifically to Group Strategy and Group Reporting & FP&A Graduate positions.
Additional Graduate opportunities across P&C, L&H, Risk Management, Finance & Asset Management functions in Zurich, London, Paris, Milan, and Bratislava will be advertised from November onwards.
About the Role
This role places you at the heart of Swiss Re's financial decision-making. Working closely for the Group CFO, Group CEO and the Board of Directors, you will deliver insights that directly influence decision making at management level.
As a Graduate in Group Financial Performance Management & Planning (FP&A), you will gain a unique, Group-wide perspective on how one of the world’s leading reinsurance companies is managed, steered and valued.
- Analyse Swiss Re’s financial performance and identify the key drivers, trends and emerging developments behind the numbers
- Contribute to financial planning and performance management, helping senior management understand where we stand and where we are heading
- Analyse competitors, financial markets and investor perspectives to understand how Swiss Re performs and is valued relative to its peers
- Develop insights and materials for the Group CFO, Group CEO, Executive Committee and Board of Directors
- Collaborate across Finance, Investor Relations, Strategy and the Business Units, building a broad network and understanding of Swiss Re from day one
About the Team
Group Financial Performance Management & Planning (FP&A) sits at the center of Swiss Re's financial and strategic decision-making process. Our work combines financial analysis of Swiss Re and competitors, financial planning, and corporate strategy.
As part of a small, high-performing team, you will work closely with the Investor Relations, Planning and Group Strategy teams and gain exposure to executive management and business leaders. We foster an environment of intellectual curiosity, ownership and continuous learning, where team members are encouraged to challenge ideas, take initiative and contribute from day one.
About You
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious individual with a strong academic background, a keen interest in financial markets and re/insurance, and the determination to develop their skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field
- Strong analytical mindset
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
- Excellent written and spoken English; German is an advantage
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive, curious and eager to learn in a fast-paced, international environment
- High level of integrity and professionalism when handling confidential information
Nice to have:
- Professional experience in consulting, finance, and/or (re)insurance
The base salary range for this position will be shared with you during the interview process.
Please note: The application process will remain open until at least October 18th. We greatly appreciate every application and carefully review each one. As a result, the selection process may take some time, but please rest assured that your application is being given thorough consideration. We aim to provide an update on your application by November 16th at the latest.
Candidates selected for the final stage will be invited to our Assessment Centre on Friday, November 27th, preceded by an informal networking dinner with Swiss Re representatives on the evening before. Please ensure you are available for both events.
To learn more about the programme and the recruitment process, visit our website: Graduate Programme | Swiss Re
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 15,000 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.
We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.
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