Insurance Traineeship (Property)- Belgium

Your career in insurance starts here

Are you a recent graduate or a young professional looking to build a meaningful career in Property Underwriting? Zurich Insurance Benelux invites you to join our Insurance Traineeship (Property) program: a 16‑month program designed to help you grow into a future insurance professional through hands‑on experience, learning on the job, and close collaboration with various teams and departments. As insurance trainee at Zurich Benelux, you will become part of the Property home team while also getting the chance to rotate to 2 other host teams to gain a better understanding of our business.

This program offers a strong focus on practical learning and deep integration with our business, allowing you to build expertise while really making an impact.

About Zurich Insurance Benelux

Zurich Insurance Benelux is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, and a leading Commercial insurer supporting local and international businesses. We are in the business of helping customers manage risk and build resilience in an ever‑changing world. Zurich employs over 60,000 people globally, creating a space where you can develop professionally, push your limits, and contribute in meaningful ways. Your perspectives are valued at Zurich. We support curiosity and empower you to be the CEO of your own career.

As a trainee in Property Underwriting (UWR) you are responsible for assessing and accepting property risks for the wide range of clients we insure. You determine the insurance premium based on information you receive and the various insurance conditions, which are tailored to the risk profile, needs, and whishes of the client. Of course you don’t do this alone; you’ll be working with other underwriters, our risk engineers, and insurance brokers. Underwriting gives you a chance to combine analytical and critical thinking with commercial flair. Together with your colleagues you will build up further your expertise in property underwriting.

• 16‑month structured program (via an open-end contract)
• Start in September 2026
• Fully based out of our Belgian office in Zaventem
• Combination of UWR Property home team and host team rotations
• Preparation for a long-term (junior) role within Zurich Benelux

Program structure

• Home team (6 months)
  You start in the UWR Property Home Team where you take on core responsibilities and build a solid foundation. This is also the team you will return to after completing the program.
• 2 host team rotations of 5 months each
  The host team rotations are designed to broaden your perspective by exposing you to different sides of our business. You will work on hands‑on, value‑adding assignments, develop new skills, and gain deeper business insight.
• January 2028
  You return to your home team, ready to start in a junior role with a strong foundation of experience.

You bring:

• 0–2 years of work experience or a strong motivation to start a new career path
• Fluency in Dutch and English (non‑negotiable)
• You reside in Belgium (or you are planning your return in the upcoming months)
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn
• Interest in insurance, business, and personal development

What we offer

• A structured development program with real responsibilities
• On‑the‑job coaching and mentoring by experienced colleagues
• Exposure to different teams and business perspectives
• Training opportunities to support your professional growth
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• A strong starting point for a long‑term career within Zurich Benelux

How to apply

When applying, please submit:

• Your CV
• A short, personalised motivation text, written in your own words, explaining:
  • why you are interested in the Insurance Traineeship and Property Underwriting
  • what motivates you to start your career with Zurich Insurance Benelux

Diversity & Inclusion

At Zurich, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

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