Data Scientist

Aviva plc
Norwich, UK
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Compensation
£43,558.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Computer Programming Data Cleansing Python (Programming Language) Machine Learning SQL Databases Feature Engineering Performance Monitor

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Data Scientist to join our Commercial Lines Pricing Analytics team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-profile data science function that is helping shape the future of insurance through advanced analytics and machine learning. You will play a key role in developing and deploying predictive models, generating actionable insights, and supporting the transition from traditional pricing methodologies to next-generation machine learning techniques.

Working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners, you will help drive data-led decision making, influence strategic outcomes, and contribute to Aviva’s growing data science capability. This role offers exposure to modern technology stacks, innovative modelling approaches, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across the business.

Requirements

  • Proven ability to apply data science, analytics, or machine learning techniques to solve business or research problems, gained through academic, internship, placement, or professional experience.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and/or SQL, including data preparation, feature engineering, model development, and performance monitoring.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analytical concepts into clear and actionable insights for a range of audiences.
  • Proactive and intellectually curious, with a track record of taking ownership of problems, seeking out opportunities for improvement, and driving solutions forward.
  • Strong collaboration skills, with experience working effectively in cross-functional teams and adapting to changing priorities while maintaining high standards of delivery.

Benefits & conditions

  • Salary: £28,000 £38,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)

  • Bonus opportunity 8% of annual salary - Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s
  • Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in
  • 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days
  • Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts
  • Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme
  • Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
  • Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work
  • Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others
  • We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools

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