Overview

Senior Pensions Actuarial Consultant – Scotland. Isio is seeking qualified pensions actuaries or those with significant UK DB pensions experience who are or are on track to become a Scheme Actuary.

We’re growing and want you to be part of our journey. The Actuarial & Consulting team at Isio comprises over 400 pensions experts advising clients across private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The role offers opportunities to work on defined benefit plans, large-scale communications projects, and pension provision initiatives, with scope to specialise and develop skills.

What’s the role?

We’re looking for qualified pensions actuaries or those with significant UK DB pensions experience who are currently a Scheme Actuary or aiming to become one to join our team. You should have excellent pensions consulting and technical skills, a commercial outlook and entrepreneurial mindset.

Day to day responsibilities

• Driving key initiatives in the delivery of UK DB pensions advice to clients, including managing key client projects directly and/or supporting partners and directors.
• Building relationships with clients directly, working as part of a team and developing colleagues.
• Assisting in the development of new business with existing and new clients.
• As a Manager, taking the lead and delegating responsibilities to junior colleagues on projects such as actuarial valuations and calculations for Trustees, and advising on scheme operations.
• Developing pensions strategies for corporate, public and not-for-profit organisations.
• Writing and delivering communications projects for members.
• Providing insurance transaction and scheme consolidation advice.
• Overseeing data projects such as benefit rectifications, pensions dashboards and GMP equalisation.

Whatever you’re looking for, we can build a role to suit you and help you develop.

Where is the role?

The position is advertised in Scotland, with Isio offices in multiple locations (Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Croydon, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Reading). We operate on a hybrid basis, allowing time between office and home.

Who we are looking for – Key skills and experience

We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Core attributes include:

• A great communicator who can explain complex issues clearly.
• Enthusiasm and motivation to solve problems and deliver excellent advice.
• Excellent project management and client delivery skills, especially when balancing multiple demands.
• Strong teamwork, including delegation to juniors and supporting development.
• Commercial skills and a curious mind to identify new opportunities.
• Technical experience in the UK DB pensions industry or transferable skills.
• Qualifications – FIA/FFA or Scheme Actuary or equivalent.

Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose

• Power in Partnership: building open, trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Future Focus: solving problems to benefit clients and society.
• Strength in Difference: embracing diverse perspectives.
• People First: pensions is a people business; people’s lives are affected by our advice.

What we offer you

Isio is a people business, offering a wide variety of experience, development opportunities and progression. The role provides varied work to support your growth.

You can learn more about Isio and the benefits we offer here: Isio – Careers & Benefits.

About Isio

Isio, established in 2020 following the sale of KPMG UK’s Pension Practice, provides diverse expertise across Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth. We are committed to inclusivity, equity and diversity, with offices across the UK and a hybrid work approach.

If you require a reasonable adjustment at any recruitment stage, please email hrrecruitment@ISIO.com.