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Financial, Professional & Business Services
Financial, professional, and business service companies are thriving in Norwich, a long-standing centre of excellence. From large-scale, global corporates including Aviva, who have various brands, to family-run businesses specialising in niche areas, more companies in this sector are making Norwich their home. This means there are also fantastic employment opportunities for professionals in the industry.
With exceptional education opportunities in the area, nurturing the talent of future business leaders and professionals, it’s no wonder Norwich is an epicentre for business. The University of East Anglia (UEA) runs Norwich Business School, training individuals to achieve their AMBA and CMI-accredited MBAs through a transformative leadership experience. Plus, Norwich City College offers a range of qualifications in business and accountancy, from apprenticeships to diplomas and more.
There are strong and established business networking groups in Norwich, including Norfolk Network and the Financial Industry Group(FIG). These groups offer regular meet-ups, workshops, and most importantly the chance for local businesses and professionals to come together and unite, growing and succeeding together.
Emerging tech space
Norwich has one of the UK’s largest general insurance sectors outside London, and the financial services industry generates approximately £1bn (20% of the city’s GVA).
University of East Anglia (UEA), Norwich University of the Arts (NUA), and City College Norwich (CCN) are all active in FinTech related fields, and UEA has academic expertise in Financial Services clustering and a FinTech Lab.
17% of FinTech firms in Norfolk have a female founder, the highest of any FinTech region in England.
Case Studies
Liam's Story
After nearly 20 years of living in London, Sheffield-born Liam made the move to Sheringham on the North Norfolk coast after spending an unforgettable weekend there with his family. Working for Aviva in Norwich, he has the best of both worlds – the city a short train ride away and the seaside on his doorstep.
Liam’s Relocation Story
Akcela
Based in city centre business hub Fuel Studios, Akcela is a business consultancy and start-up incubator, bringing founders and entrepreneurs together to create a welcoming community. Its services include start-up incubation and consultancy, marketing and branding support, and technology implementation.
Norfolk Network
Norfolk Network unites people to grow and succeed in business together.
Norfolk Network
Aviva
A leading composite insurer made up from separate business areas, covering everything from pensions to pet insurance.
Aviva
Norwich Business School
One of the UK’s top business schools.
Norwich Business School
FIG Norwich
FIG Norwich – Empowering Businesses to Thrive and Flourish in the World of Finance