Overview

As an industry leader, we offer a wide range of opportunities for graduates to train and build their core consulting and analytical skills. We welcome fresh perspectives and ideas, with work that extends beyond pensions and a commitment to delivering innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Applying actuarial skills and concepts to calculate the value of pension and other benefits for employers and trustees.
• Financial modelling and risk analysis to help clients understand their future pension obligations and principal risks.
• Advising clients on their pensions strategy and how to manage these risks on both a day-to-day basis and for long-term objectives.
• Designing and implementing employee communication programmes.
• Helping clients understand and manage accounting, tax and legislative changes that affect their pension schemes.
• Contributing to proposals for new business opportunities.
• Attending client meetings and explaining the team\'s work.

Training and Development

• On-the-job training on a regular basis.
• A graduate induction event.
• Specific technical and professional skills training on a national basis.
• Regular technical training and opportunities to develop wider market knowledge throughout your career within pensions.
• A buddy from your first day to help you settle in.
• A Performance Manager to support you with your progress, performance and any work or HR-related issues.

Isio\'s Graduate Analyst Programme is just the start. It will give you a strong foundation, great client experience, professional training and core consulting skills. Given our exciting growth plans, there are opportunities to progress a really varied career as an Actuary in Pensions as you build specialist skills and knowledge in your field of interest (subject to client needs). Throughout your career you\'ll be offered ongoing support and opportunities to develop your expertise, both on challenging client projects and through training.

Future Focus and Broadening Experience

As we extend beyond pensions, you\'ll have opportunities to broaden your horizons with experiences such as broader employee benefit design and advice, financial coaching and wealth management. We also have a growing Digital Solutions team, helping us innovate through the development of digital risk management tools and other web-based software applications. We are exploring the use of AI and how big data solutions can be applied across the industry to drive positive change.

Qualifications and Application Requirements

• To apply for this role you need to have completed an undergraduate degree or higher level qualification by 1 September 2026 and have achieved a 2.1 or higher. If you are in your final year, you should be on track to achieve this.
• We are open to applications from any subject. Studying towards actuarial exams requires strong mathematical skills and a keen interest in financial concepts.
• If you have studied a non-numerical degree, we require a Maths A-level at B or higher or an equivalent qualification.
• More information about becoming an actuary can be found here: Become an actuary
• We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position; you must be able to work in the UK without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

What we are looking for in Graduates

• Enthusiastic team players who are willing to learn and grow.
• A passion and energy to help us exceed client expectations and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, natural curiosity and interest in the business world, and a global, forward-thinking mindset.
• Good self-discipline and time management to balance work in our teams with study and professional exams.
• Numeracy and communication skills are essential for an actuarial career in pensions, along with drive to gain professional qualifications and succeed in a fast-moving market.
• Our clients value strong technical knowledge and the ability to understand pension fund capacity.

Values and Working Style

• Power in Partnership: we work in partnership with clients and colleagues to deliver the best outcomes.
• Future Focus: we strive to push the industry forward by solving problems in better ways for clients and society.
• Strength in Difference: we value diverse perspectives to find better solutions.
• People First: pensions are a people business; people are Isio\'s core, and we aim to create a welcoming, inclusive environment.

About Isio

Isio is an equal opportunities employer with offices across the UK. Many roles offer hybrid, flexible work arrangements to support work‑life balance. We provide a broad range of services across Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth, with a focus on delivering practical, insightful advice and innovative solutions.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• A defined contribution pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Healthcare benefits
• Income protection
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and two company days
• CSR allowance
• Flexible working
• Flexible benefits package
• Comprehensive study support package