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Aviva plc
London
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Aviva is looking for a dynamic Principal Data
Scientist to help drive innovation and impact within our Retail
team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile data
science team that’s shaping the future of insurance through
advanced analytics. As the industry evolves in an era of rapid
technological change, Aviva is investing in machine learning and
analytics as a core capability. Our team is recognised as a centre
of excellence within the Global Data Science Department –
delivering data-driven insights that enhance decision-making across
the Aviva Group. A bit about the job: As a data science leader
within the Personal Lines business, you’ll work closely with a
diverse range of stakeholders to understand key challenges and lead
the development of innovative data science solutions that drive
better outcomes for both the business and our customers. You’ll
develop a deep understanding of the business strategy and
objectives, and lead a team focused on delivering impactful
solutions. You’ll also have the freedom to explore creative and
forward-thinking approaches to unlocking value from data. We’re
particularly interested in candidates with experience in Pricing
& Underwriting Analytics within personal lines insurance.
Skills and experience we’re looking for: Proven ability to solve
complex, non-routine problems using expertise in areas such as
Statistics, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, or AI. Strong
communication and stakeholder engagement skills – able to explain
complex concepts clearly to a variety of audiences. Strategic
thinker with strong commercial awareness. Experience delivering
projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams or external
partners. Highly numerate, with a degree or postgraduate
qualification (e.g., MSc) in a relevant field such as Mathematics,
Statistics, or Computer Science (preferred but not essential). 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.
Bonus opportunity - 12% (E grade) of annual salary Actual amount
depends on your performance and Aviva’s. Generouspensionscheme -
Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in. 29
daysholidayplus 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 ourMatching Share Planand share in the
success of Aviva with ourSave As You Earnscheme!
Brilliantlysupportive policiesincluding parental and carer’s leave
Flexible benefitsto suit you, includingsustainability optionssuch
as cycle to work Make a difference, be part of ourAviva Communities
and use your 3paid volunteering days to help others We take
yourwellbeingseriously with lots of support and tools Take a look
to learn more. Put a salary into this calculator to see what your
total Aviva Reward could be. Aviva is for everyone: We’re inclusive
andwelcome 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. To
find out more about working at Aviva take a lookhere 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 .
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