2026 Graduate Innovation Analyst, Edinburgh

Length of programme: You will be employed on a permanent basis from the point you start working on this role in Isio.

Location: Edinburgh

Entry 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 of university study, we are looking for those on track to achieve this.
• Your degree subject does not have to be in a specific subject but this role requires strong analytical skills so being comfortable with numerical information and data is important.
• 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.

What we are looking for in Graduates in our Digital Innovation team

As a people first business personal attributes are just as important as academic qualifications. So, there’s a few things we’re looking for from our graduates including:

• Enthusiastic team players who are willing to learn and grow.

• A passion and energy to help us exceed our internal clients expectations and deliver against tight deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a natural curiosity and interest in the business world, and a global, forward-thinking mindset are also key.

• The ability to maintain a good level of self-discipline and time management to be able to effectively self-manage their work in supporting Isio innovate better ways of supporting our clients, their pension members and our own colleagues.
• Strong interest in learning about how we work with our clients and each other in detail and then be passionate about designing and delivering innovative solutions.
• A high level of natural curiosity and interest about what Isio does for our clients across Pensions, Wealth, Employee Benefits and Pensions Administration.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written to support the delivery of innovative solutions for our clients and colleagues.

We will also be looking to see how applicants align to our core beliefs:

Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other – building open and trusted relationships. Working together allows us to deliver the best for our clients.

Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society.

Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger.

People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio’s expertise, and it is people’s lives that we affect through our advice

Being an Graduate Innovation Analyst at Isio

This role sits within our Digital Solutions Team at Isio. The Digital team at Isio are a multi-skilled team of digital, data and change consultants. This team have deep understanding and knowledge of Isio’s work and clients in Pensions Consultancy, Pensions Administration, Employee Benefits and Wealth Planning and work with our client-facing teams to design and develop digital solutions that deliver improved results.

The Digital team at Isio are working on a range of exciting solutions utilising a range of technologies and approaches. The team are looking to deliver new ways of engaging with our customers, automating and strengthening processes and reducing the use of manual tasks.

What you will be doing

As an industry leader, we offer a wide range of opportunities for graduates to train and build their core technical skills. We also want to hear your views and help you introduce fresh ways of thinking to the work we do in Pensions Consultancy (Actuarial & Investment), Pensions Administration, Employee Benefits and Wealth Planning. Some of the things you’ll be involved in as a Graduate Innovation Analyst are below but remember, our work stretches beyond the points below and that’s where we set ourselves apart.

• Understanding how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support Isio and our clients be more successful
• Developing ideas for innovation through detailed research, understanding commercial priorities, technical design and understanding how systems and processes are managed
• Testing solutions
• Partnering with our clients in design and delivering innovation.

Initially a Graduate Innovation Analyst will play a key support role across the Digital Team working on a wide range of projects from scoping, design, delivery and review. As you building your understanding of Isio and our clients and demonstrate the right approach you will grow your experience and accountability. This will include leading specific projects and directly engaging with colleagues and our clients.

Training and Development

As a Graduate Innovation Analyst in Isio’s Digital Team, you’ll enjoy a range of training and development opportunities to

• On-the-job training on a regular basis.

• A residential induction event at the start of your employment alongside new Graduates and Apprentices across Isio – who will be a supportive peer network.

• Specific technical and professional skills training.

• Regular technical training and opportunities to develop wider market knowledge throughout your career.

• 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 Innovation Analyst role is just the start. It will give you a strong foundation, great client experience, professional training and core skills. Given our exciting growth plans, there are opportunities to progress a really varied career within Isio as you build specialist skills and knowledge in your field of interest (obviously this is subject to what our clients’ needs are too). Throughout your career you’ll be offered ongoing support and opportunities to develop your expertise, both on challenging client projects and through training.

Broadening your future

Once you settle into this role you will be supported in progressing to achieving a relevant professional qualification that supports you and Isio. As you move through your career you’ll also be given the opportunity to branch out and broaden your horizons.

What we offer you

Isio is a people business, and we’re committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business. The variety of work that’ll be available to you will enable you to do this.

On top, we also 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 – a celebration day for you and an extra day over Christmas, and the option to purchase additional holidays
• 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 ‘born’ in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK’s Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry-leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience.

Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward-thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us – valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform. Known and respected for our agility, we harness specialist experience, bold thinking and the desire to push the boundaries of what we can achieve for our clients, from small to blue chip, public to private.

At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact.

We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome 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.