Nimra Imran’s Graduate Story
Allianz UK | Commercial Property Major Loss
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Inside the Insurance Claims Graduate Scheme
Hi, I’m Nimra and a second year Technical Claims Graduate, currently working in Commercial Property Major Loss. I joined Allianz just over a year ago after studying English Literature and International Relations at undergrad and postgrad.
Being a graduate in the Insurance Claims scheme
Get the inside scoop and learn more about Nimras’s experiences since joining Allianz.
I'm currently a second year Technical Claims Graduate. I joined Allianz in September 2019, and worked with Engineering, Construction and Power in my first placement.
My current placement is with the Commercial Property Major Loss Team, focusing on claims significant in both value and severity. Working in an operational capacity I am part of a team which assesses and examines operational and technical processes, from suppliers to training and development, and how we can improve on those areas to further increase efficiency.
I knew Allianz were renowned globally for their outlook on innovation and their inspiring culture of diversity and inclusion. I wanted to apply to work at Allianz as they offer incredible support to their staff, opportunities for development and growth tailored to your own goals and a chance to be a part of real change. Working for such an organisation has allowed me to not only develop my career, but who I am as a person and how I can give back to the community, especially in such challenging times.
I found Allianz’s application process to be really seamless, friendly and enjoyable. It consisted of online applications, a video interview and an assessment centre.
I enjoyed the assessment centre the most as it gave me a chance to meet other people from different backgrounds and it was my first detailed look into the business, their culture and the people I would be working with.
The most surprising thing since starting at Allianz was the way in which we adapted to working from home during lockdown this year in such a short space of time. The whole business was up and running from staff homes within a matter of days, with the same IT resources and equipment available that we had in the office. The ability to adapt to change quickly and efficiently is what helps perform well in unpredictable situations and I was impressed with the way in which Allianz approached this.
The most interesting part about the insurance industry is the ever-changing manner in which it responds to current events happening around the world, largely helped by a focus on creating innovative and proactive solutions.
Allianz offers numerous opportunities to be involved in projects outside of your role, and I was lucky enough to work with a great team raising money for Mind Charity in my first year, alongside helping out on the graduate committee team, and my favourite: bake sales in the office for charity!
Nimra’s application tips for graduates
If you’re wishing to apply for a role at Allianz, I would recommend reading through the job descriptions of the different schemes offered to find out where your interest sits, what skills you’d like to develop and what you would enjoy learning. Try and get involved in summer placements or work experience to gain a better insight into the business and reach out to some of the current graduates to find out more about the role and how you can successfully pass the application process.
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