Finance Transformation Analyst - Early Talent Program 2027
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About Swiss Re's Graduate Programme for Early-Career Talent
We're looking for curious, motivated graduates with strong people skills who want to grow, learn, and make a difference. If you hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD and have up to three years of professional experience, apply for our 18-month Graduate Programme starting on 1 September 2027.
You'll gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of reinsurance, rotate into different local teams, and receive tailored training to build your expertise. This is your opportunity to shape your career, help protect societies from the world's most threatening hazards, and contribute to making the world more resilient.
By the end of the programme, you'll have built the skills, foundations and network to pursue a wide range of career opportunities within Swiss Re.
About the Finance Transformation Analyst Role
As a Finance Transformation Analyst, you will gain a broad perspective on how Finance operates and evolves within a global organization while contributing to initiatives that shape the future of Finance at Swiss Re. Working alongside Finance leaders, project teams, and process excellence professionals, you will support transformation initiatives that enhance processes, strengthen controls, improve decision-making, and drive operational efficiency across the business. You will contribute to high-profile projects, collaborate with stakeholders across teams, and gain exposure to change management, process improvement, governance, and finance operations. Through these experiences, you will develop a strong foundation in project execution, stakeholder management, and transformation within a dynamic business environment. Your responsibilities will include:
• Support strategic Finance transformation initiatives that improve processes, controls, and operational effectiveness
• Coordinate project activities, monitor progress, track action items, and support issue resolution across multiple workstreams
• Partner with business stakeholders and project teams to deliver key project milestones and objectives
• Document and analyze business processes, leveraging technology and innovative approaches to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Prepare updates, presentations, and communications for Finance leadership and senior stakeholders
• Support governance and reporting activities related to transformation programs and strategic initiatives
• Perform and monitor centralized internal controls that contribute to a strong risk and control environment
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that drive continuous improvement, process excellence, and innovation within Finance
• Apply data, digital tools, and emerging technologies to support process optimization and business decision-making
• Collaborate across teams and functions to build relationships, share knowledge, and support successful project outcomes
You'll follow a development plan tailored to your strengths, with structured feedback, continuous learning opportunities, and exposure to leaders across Swiss Re Finance.
About the Team:
The Americas Carrier Management team is responsible for delivering reporting, consolidation, analysis, and operational support that enables informed decision-making across the organization.
As part of this team, you will work in a collaborative, high-performing environment that values curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning. We are committed to transforming Finance through the use of modern technologies, automation, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled solutions, creating opportunities to rethink traditional processes and improve the way we work.
You will work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about developing talent and sharing knowledge. Through exposure to transformational initiatives and senior stakeholders, you will build a strong foundation in Finance operations, process excellence, and business transformation while contributing to projects that shape the future of Finance at Swiss Re.
About You:
You bring a curious and growth-oriented mindset, ready to explore new challenges and find creative solutions. You communicate effectively, build strong relationships with ease, and are not afraid to ask questions or challenge the status quo. You thrive in a structured environment while remaining adaptable and open to change.
We are looking for people who:
• Have completed, or are about to complete, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Project Management, Business, or a related field. Relevant masters or doctoral degrees may also be considered
• Have demonstrated academic rigor through course selection and performance; a cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 is expected
• Are intellectually curious and motivated to understand how processes, technologies, and people work together to drive business outcomes.
• Think analytically, solve problems creatively, and enjoy identifying opportunities to improve the way work gets done.
• Bring strong organizational skills and can manage multiple priorities in a dynamic project environment.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and create impactful presentations and communications.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• Are proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn new skills and technologies.
• Have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint and are excited to explore emerging technologies, including AI-enabled applications and data-driven tools such as Palentir and AI enabled applications to improve processes
• Are comfortable challenging the status quo, performing root cause analysis, and contributing new ideas that drive continuous improvement.
• Seek feedback, embrace new challenges, and are committed to ongoing learning and professional growth.
The base salary for this role is $70,000. Candidates with advanced degrees may be eligible for a higher base compensation. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only and do not include short-term incentives or other benefits offered.
Please note: Graduate and Intern positions at Swiss Re are not eligible for US work authorization sponsorship.
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. 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 14,000 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.
Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice to recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, sexual orientations, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Decisions on employment are solely based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled.
During the recruitment process, reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. If contacted for an interview, please inform the Recruiter/HR Professional of the accommodation needed.
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