Apprentice - Ceded Reinsurance Operations Analyst

AXA XL

Ipswich (IP1 2AN)

Closes in 30 days (Sunday 22 February 2026)

Posted on 20 January 2026


Summary

Joining AXA XL as an Operations Analyst is a great foundation step to launch your career within insurance. Whether you have some basic Insurance experience and are ready to take the next step up, or are looking for your first step on the ladder we have plenty of support available to help you take that next step. 

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Financial services administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday - 35 hour work week with 1 day each week dedicated to studying

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 21 September 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Support liaising with the Middle Office team to resolve queries related to Ceded Re and assist in maintaining clear communication between departments.
  • Assist claims teams in resolving queries from Ceded Reinsurance
    Collaborate with Ceded Reinsurance to an work towards reducing balances on Captive and Facultative reinsurance programs with support from management
  • Help respond to broker inquiries concerning reinsurance premiums and claims.
  • Assist with the setup and maintenance of reinsurance contracts within the systems.
  • Support the recovery process of claims processed on our system.
    Contribute to the preparation of reports and summaries related to claim reinsurance balances.
  • Support process improvement initiatives by documenting workflows and suggesting efficiencies where applicable.

Where you'll work

80 Civic Drive
Ipswich
IP1 2AN

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

DAVIES LEARNING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Training course

Financial services administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Apply professional standards and best practice to support positive outcomes for stakeholders, in accordance with legal, regulatory, and ethical rules and principles.
  • Deliver customer service to internal and or external stakeholders that meets their requirements, considering service level agreements, and ethical and financial regulations, such as Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles, Know Your Customer (KYC), and identifying and supporting vulnerable customers.
  • Collaborate with and support financial services teams with planned and ad-hoc tasks or projects.
  • Identify potential risks and align tasks with company guidelines to effectively mitigate risks, escalating where appropriate.
  • Escalate issues where appropriate in line with organisational policies, procedures, and legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Use digital systems and processes to meet business and customer needs, considering financial services regulatory and governance requirements.
  • Handle data safely and securely and share information in compliance with data protection legislation and organisational policy.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative and positive relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of their individual expectations and needs.
  • Select and use appropriate communication methods for the audience and circumstances, and convey technical and non-technical information to stakeholders, adapting as needed and in compliance with relevant policies, guidelines, and legislation.
  • Use available tools and technique to research, collate, analyse, and present data relevant to their role and audience.
  • Plan, organise and prioritise own tasks, managing time and resources effectively.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend solutions to improve processes.
  • Apply current and developing sustainable principles and techniques relative to role.
  • Participate in training and development activities related to their role, and stay up to date with relevant legal, regulatory, and other changes affecting the industry.
  • Work in line with organisational equity, diversity, and inclusion policies.
  • Apply professional standards and best practice to support positive outcomes for stakeholders, in accordance with legal, regulatory, and ethical rules and principles.
  • Deliver customer service to internal and or external stakeholders that meets their requirements, considering service level agreements, and ethical and financial regulations, such as Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles, Know Your Customer (KYC), and identifying and supporting vulnerable customers.
  • Collaborate with and support financial services teams with planned and ad-hoc tasks or projects.
  • Identify potential risks and align tasks with company guidelines to effectively mitigate risks, escalating where appropriate.
  • Escalate issues where appropriate in line with organisational policies, procedures, and legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Use digital systems and processes to meet business and customer needs, considering financial services regulatory and governance requirements.
  • Handle data safely and securely and share information in compliance with data protection legislation and organisational policy.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative and positive relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of their individual expectations and needs.
  • Select and use appropriate communication methods for the audience and circumstances, and convey technical and non-technical information to stakeholders, adapting as needed and in compliance with relevant policies, guidelines, and legislation.
  • Use available tools and technique to research, collate, analyse, and present data relevant to their role and audience.
  • Plan, organise and prioritise own tasks, managing time and resources effectively.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and recommend solutions to improve processes.
  • Apply current and developing sustainable principles and techniques relative to role.
  • Participate in training and development activities related to their role, and stay up to date with relevant legal, regulatory, and other changes affecting the industry.
  • Work in line with organisational equity, diversity, and inclusion policies.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Creative

About this employer

AXA XL is a dynamic and innovative leader in the global insurance industry, renowned for its commitment to providing tailored solutions and fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture. As part of the AXA Group, AXA XL offers exciting opportunities for professionals eager to make a meaningful impact through cutting-edge risk management and specialty (re)insurance services.

With a focus on innovation, continuous learning, and career development, AXA XL empowers its employees to thrive in a fast-paced environment while contributing to impactful projects that shape the future of risk solutions worldwide. Join AXA XL and be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and growth.

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After this apprenticeship

Joining AXA XL as an Operations Analyst is a great foundation step to launch your career within insurance. Whether you have some basic Insurance experience and are ready to take the next step up, want to change your direction within Insurance or are looking for your first step on the ladder we have plenty of support available to help you take that next step. Starting your career can be a daunting adventure, at AXA XL we have industry experts and a market leading Underwriting Academy to support you on that learning journey.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DAVIES LEARNING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000009600.

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Closes in 30 days (Sunday 22 February 2026)

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