Data Science and Advanced Analytics Associate

Data Science and Advanced Analytics Associate – Salary £40,000-£50,000 (London), £30,000-£40,000 (National)

Are you someone who enjoys solving problems and is curious about the stories data can tell? We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about learning, exploring data, and making a real impact. Whether you come from a mathematical, scientific, or data-focused background—or have developed your skills through a different route—we’d love to hear from you. If you enjoy collaborating with others and communicating ideas clearly, this could be the role for you.

A bit about the job:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and forward-thinking data science team, which is helping to shape the future of insurance through innovative analytics. As the industry evolves with rapid technological change, Aviva is investing in machine learning and data science as a key capability. Our team is recognised as a centre of excellence within our Global Data Science Department—delivering insights that drive smarter decisions across the Aviva Group.

This role has a strong research and development focus. You’ll explore creative ways to use our rich data assets and the latest machine learning techniques to enhance predictive modelling in Insurance Pricing. You’ll also work closely with a wide range of internal and external partners, helping to align priorities and maximise the value of our insights.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Strong numerical and analytical thinking, with a creative approach to problem solving.

• Self-motivated and organised, with a passion for continuous learning.

• Great communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to explain complex ideas to different audiences.

• A degree, MSc, PhD, or equivalent experience in a numerate or scientific subject (or a different path that’s given you similar skills).

• Experience working with data—this could include statistical modelling or programming in Python, SQL, R, C++, or similar.

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too.  And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you.  We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• Starting salary between £40,000-£50,000 (London), £30,000-£40,000 (National)

• 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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Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

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 interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you’ve applied, please send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we’ll interview you.

We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Martyn Biddulph a call on 07826 556 965 or send an email to martyn.biddulph@aviva.com.