Aviva plc
Location
Norwich, Norfolk | United Kingdom
Job description
Tech Returner – Project Manager and Programme Manager page is loaded
Project Manager – Salary £38,000 to £68,000
If you’re ready to return to work after a career break and you’re actively looking for your next challenge, then the Aviva Tech Returner Programme could be the answer.The Aviva Tech Returner Programme is now in its third year and is for those who’ve had an extended career break of two or more years, as of January 2024. This is a tailored six-month programme, with the expectation to transition to a permanent role.
We are currently recruiting for Project Managers to be a part of our team! At Aviva , we love to constantly innovate and improve the experience and security for our customers. We have brought together our technology change agents into 3 hubs to drive deliveries and outcomes, which means that you can work on projects and programmes across the business.
For our Tech Returner opportunities, you will need to have previously worked in a similar role to that being advertised. We’re interested in meeting you regardless of the industry that you’ve worked in. Positions are available in Bristol, Norwich & York.
** Please note: we are hosting a virtual Insight Event (via Microsoft Team Webinar) on Monday 29 th January from 10:00 – 12:30 . Join us to find out more about the roles, the Tech Returner Programme and Aviva . You’ll get the opportunity to meet and hear from Programme Alumni as well as from those involved in the Programme ( Registration Link Here ).
A bit about the job:
As the Project Manager, you will deliver projects that support Aviva’s strategy through successful embedding of change to continuously improve our customer experience. You’ll minimise risk by identifying delivery and operational risks and develop mitigating strategies, along with leading internal and external teams and third-party suppliers.
Skills and experience we’re looking for:
The ability to work at pace with resiliency whilst showing a willingness to try new ways of working and solutions
Strong foundation in project management skills through all phases from initiation / discovery through to benefits realisation
Confident risk and budget management experience
The ability to adapt to different ways of working to deliver outcomes
Comfortable in working with senior stakeholders with strong and effective influencing skills to challenge and drive change
A bit about the Programme:
Aviva is offering a paid six-month returner programme starting in May 2024, with the expectation of a permanent role at the end.
Our Project Management roles will be offered at Aviva’s Bristol, Norwich or York offices.
Aviva flexes hours and working patterns to suit its customers, business, and you.
Most 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 .
Y ou may 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 for the role . That way you’ll get to spend time with your team in person, as well as virtually, and get access to the right internal support networks to help you to succeed.
Your journey on the programme starts with easing you in on your first day – getting your IT Kit and meeting your Leader and Buddy . This is followed by a Programme Induction on Days 2 & 3 where you’ll meet the Programme Leads and the other returners joining. During this time you’ll find out more about Aviva and the programme and join your first of four Career Returners Coaching Workshops .
You’ll then join your team where you’ll collaborate with lots of forward-thinking people – working alongside, sharing ideas with, and learning from the best in the business.
You’ll get to work (and play) with all the latest tech and be involved in some fascinating initiatives to make life better for our customers or colleagues. Nothing beats the buzz of seeing a project you’ve worked on save a colleague valuable time or put a smile on a customer’s face.
Throughout the Programme, you’ll have a great internal and external support to help you to transition successfully back into the workplace, including a Leader, Mentor and Buddy and specialised returner coaching.
You’ll also enjoy the support of your peers and the Programme Leads on the returner programme and from previous cohorts.
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 £38,000 and £ 68 ,000 de pending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications .
Bonus opportunity 10% of annual salary . A ctual amount depend s on your performance and Aviva’s .
Generous pension scheme - A viva 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
Family friendly and flexible benefits to suit you – have a look for yourself here
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
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
Take a look to learn more . Put a salary into this calculator to see what your t otal Aviva Reward could be.
Aviva is for everyone:
We ’ re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Excited but not sure you tick every box? Research tells us that women, particularly, feel this way . So, regardless of gender, why not apply. And if you’re in a job share just apply as a pair.
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 look here
We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Once you’ve applied, please send us a n email stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we’ll interview you.
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We help our 18 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight.
So, we’re passionate about helping our 22,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.
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