Principal Data & AI Delivery Lead - GCS
Principal Data & AI Delivery Lead - GCS
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Principal Data & AI Delivery Lead - GCS National - 70000 - 90000 London - 90000 - 110000 ( (depending on location skills experience and qualifications)
The insurance industry is evolving in an age of rapid technological development and as an organisation Aviva are investing in strengthening data & AI as a distinctive capability. With Avivas return Lloyds specialist insurance market we have ambitious plans to grow GCS and provide expert support for our customers in an ever-changing world.
Are you excited by innovation and keen to deliver meaningful change Would you like the chance to help shape a new team working together to uncover opportunity and solve real business problems in an exciting and growing area.
If yes then you may be the perfect fit for this opportunity as Delivery Lead within Avivas new Global Corporate & Specialty (GCS) Data and AI Team. You will have the opportunity to shape and influence the direction of this brand-new team. We will drive cutting-edge data capabilities to improve decision-making operational efficiency and stakeholder outcomes.
A bit about the job:
The GCS Data & AI team aims to transform our business by using data to achieve tangible outcomes. Through strong internal and external stakeholder partnerships we will enable a market leading data-driven organisation that empowers our expert colleagues.
As the ideal candidate youll have experience of working with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify and seize opportunities and solve real-world problems. Youll play a key part in shaping the future of GCS delivering successful productionised solutions.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Delivery Lead to oversee our portfolio of initiatives. This role is critical in shaping the data strategy ensuring that our delivery is well-structured effectively executed and aligned with our broader objectives.
Experience with Lloyds and the London Market would be beneficial but is not mandatory.
Key Responsibilities include:
Product Vision & Strategy Define and communicate a clear vision for data initiatives within the team ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs.
Backlog Management Develop prioritise and maintain the product backlog to reflect strategic direction and maximise value delivery.
Sprint Planning & Execution Lead sprint planning sessions set clear objectives and ensure the development team understands key deliverables.
Facilitation of Scrum Events Organise and facilitate Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups sprint reviews and retrospectives fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Collaboration Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders data specialists and the team ensuring clear communication and expectation management.
Risk & Issue Management Identify and proactively address potential risks and blockers to maintain momentum and ensure timely delivery.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting Leverage data analytics to monitor team performance product quality and project progress driving continuous enhancements.
Skills and experience were looking for:
Experience Demonstrable experience as either a Product Owner or Portfolio Lead ideally within data-focused projects. Experience in AI data engineering or analytics within a regulated domain is a plus.
Certifications Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (POPM) Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO) or similar qualifications are highly desirable.
Technical Proficiency Strong understanding of data engineering and analytics with familiarity in tools such as SQL Python cloud-based data platforms and data visualisation tools.
Leadership & Collaboration Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a data-centric environment with excellent facilitation and conflict-resolution skills.
Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking Ability to use data to inform decision-making and drive success.
What youll 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.
National Salary70000 - 90000.London Salary90000 - 110000. (depending on location skills experience and qualifications)
Bonus opportunity 10% of annual salary Actual amount depends on your performance and Avivas!
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 1200 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 carers leave
Flexible benefitsto suit you includingsustainability optionssuch as cycle to work
Make a difference be part of ourAviva Communitiesand use your 3paid volunteering days to help others
We take yourwellbeingseriously with lots of support and tools
Aviva is for everyone:
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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Employment Type
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