International Apprenticeship Programme Division

Job description

Meet Markel:

Welcome to Markel where we take great pride in what we do. To us, insurance isn’t just a policy - it’s a vital promise that gives people and businesses the confidence to move forward, each and everyday. Here, you’ll find exceptional people, without the ego. People who’ll bring out your best, and support you at every step, because it’s who we are and the secret to our success.

We are a leading global speciality insurer with a truly people first approach. With over 5,000 employees across the globe, finding creative solutions for complex risks is our passion. And our broad array of tools and knowledge allows us to create tailored coverage solutions for even the most complex needs.

Our international business is made up of two core divisions:
Wholesale and National Markets, through these we offer innovative products and services. Our international business is located throughout UK, Europe, Canada and Asia Pacific.

We pride ourselves on having accessible leadership, an inclusive culture and a focus on empowerment- we call this The Markel Style. This is brought to life through our employee‑led networks via ‘People with Style’, which are centred around inclusion, community, wellbeing and recognition.

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) is a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations around the world.

We’ve come a long way since Sam Markel dreamed big in 1930, but in our eyes, our journey is just getting started. Come see what you can achieve by applying for one of our open vacancies.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better | We enjoy the everyday | We think further

The Opportunity:

In the UK market, Markel seamlessly integrates insurance for SMEs with tax and legal services. Supporting over 1 million customers in the UK, Markel has a strong focus on sector propositions, such as Construction, Charities & Social Care and Technology, Cyber liability, management risks insurance and legal expenses cover are offered as both stand‑alone and integrated products.

The division is a diverse team of around 500 exceptionally talented and collaborative individuals and an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the UK division as an apprentice. Our UK Apprentice Programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to build a successful career in insurance.

As an apprentice within the UK division on the programme, you will be aligned to one of three core teams:
Direct, Claims, or Broker. While working in your primary team, you’ll gain a deep understanding of our business and have the opportunity to gain valuable insight into the other UK business areas to broaden your experience. Markel will support you every step of the way as you develop your career beyond the programme.

Throughout the structured training programme, you will be supported by skilled peers who all have extensive knowledge and experience in their field. Markel’s supportive management style and training will make you a well‑rounded claims professional, significantly enhancing your career development through the many progressive opportunities available.

As an apprentice within the UK programme, you will be assigned to either Claims, Broker or the Direct business area where you will be surrounded by friendly and collaborative teams who will support you in completing your apprenticeship (relevant to your role).
You will be able to outline your preference if progressed to the next stage of the process.

Broker (Leeds)

The Markel Broker business is a core part of Markel’s UK insurance operations, specialising in providing a wide range of specialist commercial insurance products and services through broker partners. As an apprentice, you’ll benefit from structured rotations that expose you to different areas of the Broker business including underwriting (new business, renewals) & distribution, helping you build and develop a broad skillset and discover your strengths.

You’ll work alongside experienced Underwriting and Distribution professionals who are passionate about mentoring and…