Lockton Graduate Programme 2026

*Please apply via the LinkedIn Job Here*

After the success of our third graduate intake last year we excited to search for our next cohort of graduates! Join our dynamic two-year Graduate Programme in the heart of the City around the corner from the iconic Lloyds of London building. Embark on your career with Lockton where our Graduate Programme is designed to give you opportunities to create your own experiences and to drive your career to the next level.

What is broking in insurance

The risks our clients insure could range from a satellite launch Ronaldos right foot a McLaren racing car Tailor Swifts global tour or a block of student flats in New York City. As a Commercial Insurance Associate you will play a vital role in protecting businesses and global power houses against unforeseen risks. This is done through building strong client relationships understanding their needs creating a link between clients and insurers and supporting them through claims and negotiations.

Who we are

Lockton is a partnership and a family-owned independent company with a caring and values driven culture. Our growth trajectory continues to attract the strongest talent in the industry allowing our team to continue providing best in class service to our clients. The best and brightest are drawn to Lockton because they want to make a difference.

The facts:

• We are the worlds largest independent broker with a focus on exceptional client service and expertise across insurance employee benefits consulting and risk management.
• We have a strong entrepreneurial culture thats complemented by our scale and expertise across 150 locations and over 14000 Associates around the globe
• We have an incredible 95% client retention rate
• We have received the following awards from Best Companies in 2022: Top 5 Best Companies to work for Top 50 Best Large Companies to work for and received their 3-star accreditation for workplace engagement excellence

Why Lockton

We pride ourselves in being perpetually private and committed to excellence innovation and collaboration. Our unique entrepreneurial spirit is reflected in our empowered people being autonomous able to act quickly learn fast and provide the right solutions for our clients. As a Graduate joining Lockton you will be exposed to opportunities and experiences that will help lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career. Our commitment to excellence coupled with a supportive and inclusive work culture ensures that you will thrive both personally and professionally.

The focus of our Graduate Programme is to give you excellent breadth of exposure to corporate risks working in all our major divisions and gaining invaluable experience in the early stages of your your final months your experience becomes more specialised as you explore where your talents add the most value and you begin to refine your strengths.

Your development:
You will become a Chartered Insurance professional within the first two years via completion of the Advanced Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII) qualification.
You are supported and mentored by industry experts from across the business by working alongside them in the dynamic world of insurance.
You acquire hands-on technical knowledge and professional skills and have fast-tracked access to build relationships with Lockton experts clients and markets.
You have opportunity to work with a diverse range of global clients to collaborate with colleagues around the world and contribute to strategic and innovative projects.

Who we are looking for:
Our Graduate Programme is open to all graduates who are curious and eager to learn regardless of your degree subject. This role is perfect for a strong communicator with excellent numerical and analytical skills who enjoys building relationships and collaborating with others.

Other attributes and skills we are looking for include:

• A passion for delivering high-quality projects.
• A positive proactive can-do attitude - even when under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise your own workload.
• Quality-driven with great attention to detail.
• Adaptability as the insurance landscape is ever-evolving and fast-paced.
  
  Minimum requirements:
• You will have or be on track to achieve a 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in any subject.
• A minimum of grade 4 / C GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics and 3 A-levels / 5 Highers (or equivalent).
  
  Your rewards and benefits at a glance:
• Competitive salary 2000 sign on bonus
• Company contributed pension
• 24 days annual leave an additional day for your birthday
• Support towards your ACII qualifications (including revision sessions and study leave) and an additional bonus upon qualifying
• Private medical insurance (including virtual GP appointments mental health support and additional neurodiversity assistance)
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Discounted gym membership
  
  Assessment centre: Successful candidates will be required to attend an assessment centre on either Monday 15th December or Thursday 18th December in our London Office
  
  Application closing date: Monday 27th October 2025
  
  Programme start date:Monday 5th October 2026
  
  Next steps: to make it as easy as possible for you to apply submit your CV only via our LinkedIn post
  
  
  

*Please ensure you apply via our LinkedIn post:

Our Graduate Programme:

You are part of a small cohort of graduates joining our business on a two-year Graduate Programme as a permanent employee from day one. We provide you with the freedom to thrive and shape your career within our structured framework gaining a professional qualification along the way whilst being supported throughout our programme and beyond.