Overview

2026 Actuarial & Consulting - Insurance Project Management Graduate Analyst

Length of programme: You are employed on a permanent basis from the start of this graduate role. Your pay will be reviewed on an annual basis and if you perform well your responsibilities will grow, with the possibility of a substantial promotion within 3 years.

Location: Manchester

Entry requirements:

• To apply for this role you need to have completed an undergraduate degree, or higher, qualification by 23 September 2026 and have achieved a 2.1 or higher. If you are in your final year of university study, we are looking for those on track to achieve this.
• We are open to applications from those studying any subject. Candidates will require numeracy skills and a keen interest in financial concepts.
• We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position and therefore you will need to be able to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Working as a Graduate Project Management Analyst: support and develop to drive and manage the full project life cycle including setup, planning, progress reporting to key stakeholders, control, and project close.
• Financial Management: budget management and preparation of fees/invoices.
• Project Management: understanding key processes, documentation, online tools and effective communication.
• Business Development: support Isio's bids and proposals to clients, networking across Isio to maximise client engagement opportunities.
• Pension fund understanding: building knowledge on the large amounts of financial assets involved in pensions and their management.

Training and Development

As a Graduate Project Management Analyst at Isio, you will be supported in achieving relevant professional qualifications given by external bodies. This could include the Pensions Management Institute (PMI) and/or Association of Project Management.

• Meeting your peers and senior leaders at a Graduate induction event.
• Support with developing key personal and professional behaviours.
• Regular technical training and opportunities to develop wider market knowledge throughout your career within Isio.
• A buddy from your first day to help you settle in.
• A Performance Manager to support you with your individual progress and performance.

What we are looking for

Our success stems from the quality of our team. We look for graduates who are:

• Articulate with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Enthusiasm and capable with managing numerical and commercial information
• Strong organisational skills
• A high level of personal time management
• A good level of confidence in using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• High enthusiasm to develop into an effective Project Management professional in Pensions and professional services
• Excited about developing strong client facing and consulting skills
• Motivated about achieving commercial targets

Beliefs and culture

We align to core beliefs: Power in Partnership, Future Focus, Strength in Difference, People First, Broadening your future. We work in partnership with our clients and each other to deliver the best for our clients, push the industry forward, value diverse perspectives, recognise pensions as a people business, and provide opportunities to broaden experience within Isio.

What we offer

Isio is a people business, and we provide a wide variety of experience, development opportunities and progression through the business. On top, we offer:

• 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
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) allowance
• Flexible working
• A flexible benefits package
• Comprehensive study support package

You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here: Isio - Careers & Benefits.
About Isio: Isio was formed in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK’s Pension Practice. We provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace and to delivering practical, value-driven advice for our clients. We have offices across the UK and offer hybrid, flexible work arrangements. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email hrearlycareers@isio.com

What’s next?

Click on ‘apply’ below and follow the simple application process online.

Department Early Careers Locations Manchester Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time