Technology Change Delivery - Year in Industry Pathway
With over 325 years in business, we’ve learned two key lessons: never rest on your laurels and always look for ways to innovate and improve.
Challenging the status quo, identifying and solving problems, creating innovative new solutions and delivering change across our business. In a nutshell, that’s what a 12-month placement with us is all about.
And the great thing is, you don’t need to be a tech expert (or be studying it) to thrive here. We’re looking for naturally curious individuals who think big. People who understand the transformative power of technology and are eager to make a difference across our business.
Get to know the different pathway roles
There are a number of roles within this specialism. We’d encourage you to be as open as possible about the different options, but do let us know on your application if you have a preferred role. We’ll do what we can to help you light your own path.
Business Analyst (Norwich): our Business Analysts help us understand customer needs – and what’s required to deliver the practical solutions to meet them. If you’re the kind of person who can explain complex concepts and problems in a simple way, this is the place for you. You’ll analyse and evaluate business opportunities and identify areas for improvement. And in everything you do, you’ll champion the use of technology to improve how we do things for our 19.5 million customers and thousands of colleagues.
Project Manager (Norwich): our Project Managers are the experts in organising – both themselves and others. We look for people who are comfortable taking the lead in a group, and also go out of their way to make sure everyone is heard. With a passion for delivering great customer service and a mix of people and planning skills, you’re just the person to make sure everything gets done in the right way, on time and on budget.
Resource Planner (Norwich): our Resource Planners work closely with the teams delivering change to ensure they have the right resources to deliver. They have sharp, analytical minds. They love working with data and get a real buzz from working with people too.
Our placements are designed to feed into our Graduate Programmes. After completing your placement, you might be offered a permanent graduate role starting with us in 2027 (after successful completion of your course).
What you’ll get
● A salary of £26,500
● Valuable real-world experience to support your academic studies
● Prospect of a graduate role when you finish your degree
● Huge scope for on-the-job learning and other development opportunities
● A great support network to help you grow into your role
● 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
● Flexible working and wellbeing support
● Opportunities to get involved and give back to our local communities with paid volunteering time
● Contributory pension scheme
● Discounts on all Aviva products
● Eligible for performance-related bonus
What we’re looking for
To be considered for these 12-month placements, you must be:
● Studying for an undergraduate degree (in any subject)
● On a course that supports a placement year
● Available to work full-time (35 hours per week) from July 2025 to end of June 2026
● Eligible to work in the UK for the duration of your placement, without requiring sponsorship. Please note: this job is not sponsorable under the Home Office Points Based System.
● Intending to return to university for your final year of study after the placement (graduating in 2027)
And have:
● A genuine passion for change, innovation and continual improvement
● A confident communicator with a love of learning and the drive to keep developing yourself
● An analytical mind and talent for problem solving
● An eagerness to question existing ways of doing things
Where could you be based?
Our Technology Change Delivery Year in Industry opportunities are based in Norwich: a buzzing place in which to launch your career. You will need to live within commuting distance of the office where the role is based, or willing to relocate prior to your start date as you’ll need to spend time with your team in person, as well as virtually, working from home. Three days in the office and two days from home is typical, but this will vary between teams.
Things undergraduates love about Aviva
Yes, we’re the UK’s leading diversified insurer. But we’re customer-centric and planet-minded. We’re acting on climate change and helping others do the same. We’re building stronger communities and investing in a future we all want to live in. And we’re changing the way we do business by championing everything from the living wage to women leaders.
We’re proud to be diverse, and just like our 19.5 million customers, our people are a mix of cultures, genders, and ages. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and promote flexible ways of working for our team, so you can find your spark, your way.
The work we do is rewarding and challenging. And whatever role you’re in, we’ll give you the training you need as well as opportunities for you to develop yourself and grow in your career. We’re continuously moving forward as a business, and we’ll make sure you do too.
How to apply
The application deadline is 12th January 2025. However, we may close the application process earlier if we receive a large number of suitable applications.
To set your expectations and help you prepare, there are four steps in our Year In Industry application process:
1. Online application - complete a short questionnaire about your motivations, and submit it along with a copy of your CV.
2. Online situational strengths test
3. Video interview
4. Virtual assessment day with tasks that enable you to show us what you're good at and what you enjoy.
Shine there and we'll offer you a role to start in July 2025.
Aviva is committed to inclusivity
We're inclusive, and keen to attract applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Research tells us that women in particular will often rule themselves out if they feel they don't tick every box. But don't let that stop you. If you truly believe you have what it takes, we'd love to hear from you.
We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. During your application, there will be an opportunity for you to send us an email stating that you have a disclosed disability.