Commercial Management Apprenticeship - Level 4

What we’re looking for

An apprenticeship with DLG will help you kick start your career in Insurance, whilst you work towards a Level 4 Insurance Professional qualification. Believe it or not, working in Insurance is fun! Over the course of this apprenticeship, you will, adopt the DLG behaviours and values to deliver great customer outcomes, centred around sustained business value.  We will give you a deep knowledge of the insurance market, and nurture entrepreneurial skills.  You will also learn through innovation in order to develop industry-leading, cutting-edge solutions that add value to our customers’ lives.

To be eligible to apply for this apprenticeship you will:

• Firstly, you’ll need to have an A*-C (9-4) GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English, which you’ll be able to evidence
• Plus 3 A-Levels' or equivalent in any subject
• We’re also looking for dedication, attention to detail and an analytical mentality alongside great communication skills

Who you’ll be working with

Customer and Commercial Value (CCV) is the area where everyone is a mini-CEO, taking a broad, commercial and strategic view of our product and customers.  During this apprenticeship, you will gain experience in and develop skills across four key CCV skillsets: product management, market expertise and the voice of our customer, financial management, and stakeholder management.

What you’ll be doing

You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship to develop these areas of expertise by:

• Using data and information to build business cases, design and develop insurance products that meet the needs of our customers
• Reviewing the success of products, through the value they provide our customers and the financial value they bring to the business
• Reviewing regulatory rules and applicable law to understand how they apply to your role and our business
• Understanding the needs of our customers and bringing their voice to life when working with your team
• Exploring internal and external insights to get a broad understanding of the insurance industry
• Involvement in budgeting and reporting of financial information
• Developing relationships with colleagues at all levels of seniority, to build a strong professional network.

Start Date – September 2023

What we'll give you

We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle:

• 9% employer contributed pension
• 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover
• EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.
• Generous holidays
• Buy as you earn share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback

Salary – Competitive

Location:  Bromley or Leeds – your time will be split between the office and home

Weekly working hours – 35 hours per week

Being yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers.

We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

If you want to find out more, contact us on 0345 877 6309 or email us at earlycareers@directlinegroup.co.uk