Data Scientist Norwich, England

Aviva

Full Time Norwich, England 25000 - 35000 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Data Scientist – Salary £25,000 to £35,000

Are you someone who enjoys problem solving, and who is curious about data and the insight that can be gained from it? Typically for this role you will be highly numerate, have a mathematical, science or data background and you will be keen to develop your skills further to become an expert data scientist. You will enjoy working as part of a team and have good communication and interpersonal skills.

A bit about the job:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our high-profile data science team which is helping to shape the future of insurance through cutting-edge analytics. The insurance industry is evolving in an age of rapid technological development, and as an organisation Aviva are investing in strengthening analytics as a distinctive capability. The team is recognised as a centre of excellence in our Global Data Science Department – providing new data-driven insights that improve decision making across the Aviva Group.

The role will specially focus on developing solutions to transform performance and efficiency of our Commercial Lines business by automating processes and developing decision support tools. You will be looking for creative and innovative ways we can utilise our extensive data assets together with the latest predictive modelling techniques to help digitise, automate, and simplify the business. You will also bring your solutions to life by embedding them into existing and new end user applications and contributing to the full rollout, working closely with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. This is a truly unique role where you will be integral to projects from start to finish.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

Exceptional numerical ability and creative thinker/problem solver.
Organised self-starter, with drive and commitment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present to non-technical audiences
Degree/MSc/PhD or equivalent qualification or experience in a Mathematics or Science-based subject
Experience of working with data - either statistical modelling or using a programming language such as R, Python, SQL or similar.

What you’ll get for this role:

Starting salary between £25,000 and £35,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
Generous pension (starting level Aviva contributes 8% when you contribute 2%)
Eligibility for annual performance bonus
Family friendly parental and carer’s leave
29 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
Up to 40% discount for Aviva products
Brilliant flexible benefits including electric cars
Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme
21 volunteering hours per year

Aviva is for everyone:

We are inclusive and

welcome everyone

– we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way. So, regardless of gender, why not apply. And if you’re in a job share just apply as a pair.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you.

Most of our people are smart working –spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues.

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We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Alannah Burgess a call on 0121 234 7666 or send an email to [email protected].

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