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Data graduate pathway

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Is Data right for you?

Say the words ‘data professional’ and some people might think ‘backroom boffin’. This may be true elsewhere, but certainly not at Aviva.

The hundreds of data professionals who work with us are crucial to the ongoing success of our organisation. They’re playing an increasingly high-profile – and influential – role.

With over 19.5 million UK customers and 325 years of experience, we have one of the broadest and deepest data sets in the financial services industry. Within that data, lies the answers to every question, the solutions to every problem and the clues that will lead us to every new and exciting opportunity.

The truth is, data – and how we use it to better serve our customers and make smarter business decisions ­– will be one of the most important aspects of our strategy over the next ten years. If you join us as a graduate, you’ll be right at the heart of it all.

Salary: £32,500
Duration: Permanent role, with a two-year development programme
Locations: Bristol, Eastleigh, London, Norwich, Perth or York

Applications for the Data graduate pathway are now closed.

What you can expect

At Aviva, there are a number of different areas available to explore for graduates interested in Data. But, you’ll likely be joining a community known as ‘Quantum’.

Quantum is Aviva’s global data community – created to ensure Aviva is at the leading edge of data techniques and expertise, driving industry-disrupting, frictionless customer experiences. It connects data-led colleagues across the business, allowing us to share best practice ideas, knowledge and expertise. As you can imagine, this is particularly valuable at the start of your career.

You’ll also have the chance to study for professional qualifications, including a higher-level data apprenticeship course that offers a more structured learning journey. Any further development will be designed specifically for you, including data apprenticeships up to Level 7 (Master’s degree level). If you do enrol, you’ll be given dedicated study time to attend classes, complete exercises, and undertake projects.

And that’s not all, because in years one and two, you’ll also benefit from our supported central development programme, giving you everything you need to become a well-rounded professional and a future business leader.

Where you’ll be based

We have Data opportunities in our Bristol, Eastleigh, London, Norwich, Perth and York offices. Not all roles are available in every location, so you might need to be flexible about where you work and be willing to relocate if you don’t currently live within commuting distance of the relevant office. You can find out more about each location by clicking the links below.

Wherever you’re based, the likelihood is you’ll balance time in the office with working from home. We call this Smart Working. Typically, it’s three days in the office and two days from home but this can vary between teams. When you join us, your leader will discuss this with you, and agree what works best for you, your team, and the business.

Even with our Smart Working approach, it’s important to note that you’ll still need to live within commuting distance of the relevant office. That way you’ll get to spend time with your team in person, as well as virtually, and have access to the right internal support networks to help you to succeed.

Bristol     Eastleigh    London    Norwich   Perth    York

What you’ll need

You’ll either already have a degree or be on track to graduate by the end of Summer 2025. If you’ve studied a STEM subject, then great, but it’s not a requirement. A passion for numbers and information is. You’ll also need an analytical mind, a genuine passion for data and an interest in computing or technology.

Programming experience isn’t essential, but for some roles, an interest in developing these skills would be a benefit. And if you do already understand the basics of a popular programming language like Python, R or SQL, so much the better.

Most important, however, is that you love getting your head around complex problems, and you’re able to explain your solutions in ways that are easy to understand.

Show us your spark

That’s what we want to see. So, each stage of our application process is designed to bring out the best in you. Below is a step-by-step guide, which you’ll see varies slightly depending on the pathway you choose.

If we can help to make the process smoother for you with any additional support or reasonable adjustments, please let us know by emailing avivaearlycareers@aviva.com.

Step 1 – Apply online

For the initial online application, we’ll ask you to attach a copy of your CV and answer a short questionnaire about why you’re interested in this programme. We want to hear about what you enjoy doing, what you’re good at, and how you connect with our values.

Step 2 – Online tests

If you’re shortlisted, the next stage is online testing. For all pathways, this includes a Situational Strengths test – featuring tasks and scenarios that show us how you like to work, your thought processes and your personal strengths.

For Accountancy, Actuarial, Claims, Finance, Underwriting and Wealth, there’s also a Numerical Reasoning test. And if you choose Software Engineering within Technology, you’ll be asked to complete a coding test.

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Step 3 – Video interview

If you pass the online tests, you’ll be sent a link to complete a recorded video interview. You’ll be given a series of strengths-based questions – with a practice question first – and our online system will guide you through the process step by step. During the interview, you’ll have the chance to tell us what’s made you want to start your career with Aviva.

Step 4 – Assessment day

If you do well, you’ll be invited to an assessment day. It’s your opportunity to get insights into what it’s like to work at Aviva and to meet some of the people who work here. Impress us there and you’ll be offered the role to start in September 2025.

Meet the team

Heidi

Kieran

Gemma

Central Development Programme

Designed to augment your role-based training and any qualifications you’re working towards, whichever graduate pathway you choose, during the first two years you’ll complete the Central Development Programme.

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What you’ll get

The work you do at Aviva will make a real difference to our customers, and we’ll recognise your contribution with a range of benefits to suit the life you live.

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Locations

Our graduate offerings are based in some of the UK’s most vibrant cities, all of which are great places to live and work. Details of the specific locations available on this pathway are shown above, and you can find out more about each location below.

Our locations
We currently have
210 roles across
12 locations, organised into
6 teams.