Swiss Re
Working Student - Reinsurance Contracts
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About the Role
Are you a law student with an interest in law and the reinsurance industry? Would you like to use and broaden your knowledge in one of the best reinsurance companies in the world? Does the interaction with clients and stakeholders excite you? If the answer is yes, then please join Swiss Re as a Working Student and gain hands-on experience at the intersection of law and business.
You will gain insight into how legal expertise enables commercial decision-making in a global reinsurance business. We are looking for a highly motivated, ambitious Intern who will assist the Contracts P&C Team in London covering all markets in EMEA. This is a great opportunity to learn more about all lines of business and the variety of contracts in the reinsurance business in general and more specifically about Property and Casualty.
We are a diverse and international team of lawyers in four locations with a very high level of entrepreneurial spirit, energy, and expertise, that we seek to complement and strengthen together with your support. At the same time, we gather more experiences, develop ourselves, and have fun.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply your legal skills to the development of our reinsurance contracts
- Align Swiss Re's reinsurance contracts with applicable law, regulations, and internal requirements
- Contribute to our technology transformation journey by supporting the enhancement of our contract management IT infrastructure
- Develop and maintain training material
- Conduct legal and business research to support ongoing projects and strategic initiatives
- Engage with and support initiatives involving young talent in the insurance industry, including networking and outreach activities
About You
- Currently in your penultimate or ultimate year of your LLB or enrolled in an LLM (or equivalent law degree)
- Based in London and able to work from the Swiss Re London office
- Strong interest in law, contracts, and the reinsurance industry
- Curiosity about how legal advice supports business decisions and underwriting
- Ambitious, hands-on teammate, who is curious and learns quickly
- Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. An additional European language is a plus
- Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks independently
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
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Time Commitment
- Duration: 6-12 months with possible extension
- Working time: 15-20 hours / week
- Preferred start date: asap
This is a long-term Working Student position. While there is flexibility to accommodate university commitments, such as examination periods, the expectation is a consistent average commitment of approximately 15-20 hours per week on average throughout the year.
What We Offer
- A unique opportunity to work at the intersection of law, underwriting, and business in a leading global reinsurance company
- Exposure to complex commercial contracts, reinsurance wordings, and real business decisions
- An opportunity to develop both legal and commercial judgment by working alongside experienced lawyers and underwriters
- Close collaboration with experienced legal professionals and business stakeholders across Swiss Re
- Flexible working arrangements that can be coordinated around your academic schedule
- A supportive, inclusive environment with opportunities to build your professional network and gain valuable industry experience
- The chance to work in a truly global team allowing you to experience how we shape cross-border transactions from beginning to start
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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. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. 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.
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