Apprentice Programme Management Office - Level 4

Apprentice Programme Management Office (PMO)/Project Manager - Level 4 Do you strive to make a positive difference and never settle for second best? Do you want a role that is highly collaborative in nature, using your curious mind and insight to challenge projects to deliver the right customer and business outcomes? Do you want to secure a meaningful role, at a company that will empower you to be your best self at work? If so, an Apprentice Project Management Office (PMO) role may be the right route for you. At Aviva, we truly believe new ideas and perspectives are invaluable. So, if you have a curious mind, a customer focus and want to work in a role where you make a genuine impact please read on About the role Technology at Aviva is an exciting place to be We’re the UK’s largest insurer, a FTSE 100 company and global leader who puts the customer at the heart of everything we do. Awarded Digital Insurance Company of the Year at the Data, Analytics & Technology Awards for Insurance, our Technology community is among the best resourced and most talented anywhere. We work collaboratively in small teams to build high quality solutions that meet our customers’ needs, first time: whether delivering technology change internally to meet the wider needs of the organisation or producing innovative digital tech like the award winning "My Aviva" customer portal and "Aviva Drive". Through our Apprentice Programme, we'll equip you with the hands-on experience, industry recognised accredited qualifications and tools to succeed. The PMO team plays a key role in supporting colleagues to deliver change programmes totalling hundreds of millions in value. PMO works alongside other Business and Technology professionals and teams, providing dedicated PMO services supporting the delivery of change solutions which have our customers' interest at the heart. As an Apprentice PMO you’ll be working alongside experienced PMO colleagues to support the successful delivery and execution of major strategic programmes and projects. Your work will include: Promoting and championing tools and best practices for successful change delivery Acting as an independent voice, providing consistent quality and challenging when needed Developing programme plans including drawing out key dates and identifying the critical path Updating, advising and reporting on change programme progress Participating in key meetings and forums You may also have the opportunity to have a hands-on role in a project delivery. This is an 18-month programme where you’ll spend 80% of your time gaining real hands-on experience in the role and 20% dedicated to your Apprenticeship studies, working with a National Training Provider to support your accredited qualification (a Level 4 Apprenticeship as well as Association for Project Management, Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ)). Upon successful completion of your qualification(s) you’ll be a fully-fledged Aviva PMO About you We’re on the lookout for apprentices from all kinds of backgrounds - whether this is your first professional role, you’re returning to work after a break, or are looking to move into a new career. Whatever your previous experience, we need you to: Have a minimum of 5 x GCSEs or Scottish National 5s at Grade 9-4 (A-C) or equivalent?(this must include English and Maths) Have or be on track for?at least 3 A-Levels grades B, C, C or equivalent Be always on the lookout for positive changes and solutions - approaching situations with curiosity and initiative Be a confident communicator Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills Have great planning and organisational skills and be willing to challenge to get the best outcomes Great Microsoft Office skills - particularly Excel and PowerPoint - in order to perform analysis and present information simply and visually Have a love of learning and be working to continually improve Have an interest in tech What will you get for this role? Starting salary from £17,500 (depending on skills, experience and qualifications) A Level 4 qualification, equivalent to a Foundation Degree/HND as well as the Association for Project Management, Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ) Generous defined contribution pension scheme Annual performance related bonus and pay review Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products through "My Aviva Extras" plus discounts for Friends and Family (some exclusions apply) Excellent range of flexible benefits to include a matching share save scheme The recruitment process: We live Aviva's values, with a culture of continually challenging and improving what we do and how we do it. We invest in our people, expecting curiosity and a courageous mindset. We will assess your strengths as well as understanding how connected and aligned to our values you are throughout the process. The process itself is: Make an online application - this will include answering a short questionnaire and attaching your CV If you pass the initial screen you will be have a short telephone interview Pass that and you’ll be sent some online tests And if you do well in these, there’s an assessment day Additional Information and Equal Opportunity One of Aviva’s core values is Care More, and this is brought to life through the flexible ways we love to work. This may include working from home some of the time, or flexible work schedules to accommodate parent and carer responsibilities, further studies and hobbies. Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place