Graduate Scheme
Markel Wholesale Claims Graduate Programme
Financial Services
Salary:
Competitive
London
Position Start Date:
1st September 2025
Application deadline:
06/01/2025
Locations: London
Role: Graduate – Wholesale Claims Programme
Salary: Competitive
Duration: Permanent (Programme length – 2 years)
Start Date: September 2025
Deadline to apply: 6th January 2025
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 every day. 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 ‘The Style In Action’, which are centred around inclusion, community, well-being, recognition and innovation.
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
Markel international is the perfect place to kick-start your career in the insurance industry and we are seeking passionate graduates to join our Wholesale Claims team. Throughout the structured training programme you will be supported by senior claims adjusters, whom 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.
The award-winning team manages claims arising from our seven core business lines; Marine, Energy, Equine, Trade Credit Political Risk and Surety, Professional and Financial Risks, Cyber and International Casualty.
As a graduate on the Wholesale Claims programme, you will be assigned to either the Professional and Financial Risks (PFR) or Marine team with an opportunity to spend time with/learn about other classes of business.
As a trainee claims adjuster, you’ll become an expert in your field, with the ability to assess claims and provide support to your clients should the worst happen. Within the programme you will:
Take part in structured training conducted by senior employees with an extensive amount of knowledge in the industry to ultimately help successful candidates learn the fundamentals of insurance.
Work alongside claims adjusters and lawyers to manage the end-to-end claims process.
Analyse claims data to monitor for trends and create reports.
Collaborate across other business areas such as Actuarial and Legal and Regulatory to uphold regulatory requirements.
Build relationships with key stakeholders across the business including underwriters, actuaries and finance.
Collaborate and problem-solve with departments to successfully complete a range of challenging yet rewarding tasks which will shape you into an experienced claims specialist over a period of time.
Study towards a credible Chartered Institute of Insurance Advanced Diploma (ACII) via a Level 6 Senior Insurance Professional Apprenticeship.
Attend regular check-ins to review performance so that you have every opportunity to progress and gain more autonomy within your role.
You’ll get support every step of the way – we know that starting out in a new role and industry can be daunting but Markel’s ego-free environment gives you all the support that you need to go further and achieve great things.
Your development doesn’t just stop after your programme. Markel are committed to you and your long-term career -there are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we can provide the support needed to do just that!
A genuine culture of camaraderie - at Markel, our shared values aren’t buzzwords. We really mean what we say in the Markel Style, and walk the talk, every day.
Enjoy your free coffee as you admire 360 degree views of London from our office on the 27th floor of the Walkie Talkie building!
Be part of our growing early careers community – through 121 buddy support, socials and other events you will have every opportunity to network and build great relationships with your peers both inside and outside of Markel.
Competitive starting salary with an excellent package - including; private medical insurance, financial education, hybrid work structure, gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, motor breakdown cover, income protection and additional countless benefits that will be shared at the first stage of the process!
Markel are looking for candidates who:
Patient, proactive, resilient and committed graduates, looking for a long-term career in claims.
Resilient and analytical thinkers who are confident working with data.
Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy and demonstrate initiative & self-discipline.
Are collaborative, loves building relationships, brings out the best in others, making our culture the stuff of envy.
Recognise the vital role our work plays in the world and are passionate about playing your part, in any way that you can.
Are always looking for ways to innovate and improve what we do.
Are proactive and committed to making a meaningful difference everyday.
Have achieved or are on track to achieve a 2:2 in any discipline.
Are you ready to play your part?
It only takes 30 seconds to register your interest in these roles, and we’ll support you throughout the full application process.