Head of Technology & Data Platforms

Head of Technology & Data Platforms

Please note this position is based in London and the successful candidate's contractual location will be London; other locations cannot be considered.

About Aviva Investors

At Aviva Investors, our expertise is in matching the right investment approach to each client's unique needs. As the global asset management business of Aviva plc, we bring together our broad investment capabilities to deliver client-focused solutions worldwide. We manage £253 billion in assets with a 1,000 strong team across nine countries. We operate with a focus on responsible outcomes and sustainable investing, delivering an inclusive and collaborative environment.

The role

The Head of Technology & Data Platforms is a senior leadership role accountable for delivering measurable business outcomes across the investment lifecycle through technology, data, and analytics. Reporting directly to the CIO and forming part of the Technology Leadership Team, this role ensures technology enhances investment decision-making, client engagement, and commercial growth while simplifying the technology estate within Aviva Investors' risk and regulatory framework.

The remit spans Investment Technology (Front Office, Research, Analytics, and Investment Risk), Distribution and Marketing Technology, and the commercial activation of platforms, analytics, and AI capabilities. With end-to-end accountability for data platforms, data engineering, and analytics enablement, the role drives high-quality insight and explainable decision-making across the front-to-back investment and distribution lifecycle. Acting as a single point of accountability, the role translates strategy into execution, ensuring enterprise prioritisation, governance, and value realisation. The role reflects the growing strategic importance of technology in delivering growth, efficiency, client outcomes, and leadership capability within the CIO function.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technology and data leadership across Investment Technology, Distribution and Marketing Technology, and analytics capabilities.
• Drive end-to-end data platforms, data engineering, and analytics enablement to support investment decisions and client outcomes.
• Translate strategy into execution with enterprise prioritisation, governance, and value realisation.
• Collaborate with CIO and Technology Leadership Team to align technology capabilities with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with strategic partners and oversee technology initiatives from inception through delivery and operation.

Skills and experience

• Degree or equivalent senior experience in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.
• Senior leadership experience within asset management or regulated financial services.
• Executive-level leadership development or equivalent experience leading enterprise-scale change.
• Experience operating in complex, regulated, and outsourced data and technology environments.

What you'll get for this role

• Competitive salary (depending on skills, experience, and qualifications).
• Discretionary bonus opportunity (depending on individual performance and Aviva Investors').
• Generous pension scheme with Aviva contribution up to 14% depending on employee contribution.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Aviva-funded private medical benefit for expert support when needed.
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through the Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme.
• Parental and carer's leave, with flexible benefits including sustainability options such as cycle to work.
• Volunteer days and involvement in Aviva Communities.

Diversity and flexible working

Aviva is for everyone. We are inclusive and welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. If you don't tick every box, we still encourage you to apply. We consider all forms of flexible working, including part-time and job shares. Most of our people are smart workers, spending at least 50% of their time in offices each week.

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