Working at NOC

NOC offers a variety of benefits including:

• 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays
• 10% employer contribution pension scheme (with a 15% NI saving on employee contributions made above 5%, if in the salary sacrifice scheme)
• Death in Service (3 times annual salary) provided by Aviva from day one of employment, plus access to a range of other Aviva wellbeing services  
• Financial support for relocation
• Salary sacrifice scheme for electric / hybrid vehicles (qualifying period applies)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and confidential support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
• Access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
• Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories

Details of how to access these benefits will be provided in your first week.

Are you considering a career at the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton? Life on the south coast has lots to offer.

Southampton is a historic maritime city, full of culture and creativity. Known as the Cruise Capital of Europe, Southampton is a growing city, leading the way in innovation and cutting-edge research. The city centre is a hub for development with a high focus on creation of new businesses and developing industry within the city.

Southampton boasts an impressive cultural offering of museums, music venues, art galleries, parks, shopping facilities and restaurants. Full of open, green spaces, such as Southampton Common, with over 300 acres of beautiful greenery and wildlife, Southampton has won awards for its parks and green spaces and is recognised as the greenest city in southern England.

You can discover the old Southampton by walking the city walls, visiting the SeaCity Museum or Tudor House and gardens. Self-guided tours and trails around the city including the Titanic Walk and the QE2 Mile allow you to explore the city at your own pace.

If you are a sports fan, cheer on Southampton FC at St Mary's stadium or enjoy a spot of cricket at the Utilita Bowl. There are plenty of leisure facilities across the city including gyms, spas and swimming pools. Or for the more adventurous, you can take to the water in the Solent to try out a range of water sports including sailing.

Notably, Southampton is not too far away from lots of amazing places to visit. Within an hour and fifteen minutes you can be in London. Alternatively, make your way along the south coast where you will enjoy the stunning scenery of the coastline with beautiful beaches and picturesque coves.

Hampshire is a beautiful and affluent county with many lovely towns and cities to visit. Wander through the medieval market towns or explore the ancient cathedral cities of Winchester and Salisbury. Embrace the New Forest National Park right on your doorstep and visit the quaint towns of Beaulieu or Lymington before going for a hike surrounded by the New Forest ponies.

With its rapid growth and investment in development, Southampton is one of the most upcoming cities in Europe and promises to be a popular destination for a career.

Find out more on Visit Southampton.

Liverpool is a European Capital of Culture, heritage and people. With a beautiful juxtaposition of old and new architecture, green parks and old cobbled pathways, Liverpool is a lovely city to live in. There is so much to see and do.

Liverpool hosts the largest collection of museums and galleries, and listed buildings outside of London, so there are plenty of treasures both ancient and modern for you to see. Explore the city via the water on one of the famous Mersey Ferry cruises or visit the Royal Albert Dock, which boasts museums, galleries, bars and restaurants. You can also discover Liverpool's musical heritage with 'The Beatles Story'.

As you walk around the city you will see old mixed with new as Georgian-style buildings mix with high-tech architecture. If sport takes your fancy then you can make a trip to Anfield, the home of Liverpool FC, or indeed Everton FC at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

There are plenty of unique neighbourhoods around the city, each bringing their own character and charm. Referred to as 'Quarters', despite the fact there are a total of seven, these areas each contribute towards shaping the cosmopolitan City of Liverpool that we see today. Be sure to visit the history and charm of the Georgian Quarter, listen to music or grab a bite to eat in the Cavern Quarter, enjoy the colour and culture brought to you in Chinatown or mix with the creatives in the unique bars and hip music venues in the Baltic Triangle.

Looking further afield, the areas surrounding Liverpool are home to beaches, green parks and expansive coastline with beautiful scenery, perfect for a weekend escape.

Find out More about the city on Visit Liverpool.