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Actuarial and Consulting

Join Isio as an Actuarial and Consulting Graduate Analyst and build the analytical, consulting and communication skills needed for a career in pensions. You will work with experienced colleagues on real client projects, helping employers and pension scheme trustees understand their financial commitments, manage risk and make informed decisions.

You will be employed on a permanent basis from the start and supported to study towards qualification as a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA).

You do not need previous pensions or actuarial work experience. We are looking for your potential, interest in the work and willingness to learn.

• What does the role entail?

• Apply actuarial concepts to calculate the value of pension and other benefits for employers and pension scheme trustees

• Build financial models and carry out risk analysis to help clients understand future pension commitments and key risks

• Support advice on pension strategy, day-to-day risk management and longer-term objectives

• Help clients understand accounting, tax and legislative changes that affect their pension schemes

• Prepare clear analysis and communications for colleagues and clients

• Attend client meetings, explain the team’s work and follow up agreed actions

• Contribute to proposals for new business and share ideas that could improve the way we work

Your responsibilities will grow as your knowledge, skills and confidence develop.

• What we’re looking for

• An interest in mathematics, finance, business and solving problems

• Ability to analyse information carefully and explain your thinking clearly

• A willingness to learn technical, consulting and workplace skills

• The ability to organise your time across client work, training and professional study

• Confidence to ask questions, use feedback and seek support when needed

• People who work collaboratively and value different perspectives

• Communicate clearly and listen to other people’s views

• High levels of care taken over the quality and accuracy of your work

• Constructive responses to feedback

• Those that stay curious and look for better ways to solve problems

• Consistently demonstrate respect, fairness and integrity

We will assess these behaviours in a structured and consistent way during the recruitment process.

Training and development

We provide combined structured learning, practical experience and ongoing support. You will develop technical, business and professional skills through on-the-job learning, formal training and hands-on client work.

• Study support and guidance as you work towards the IFoA qualification

• A graduate induction

• Technical and professional skills training

• Ongoing opportunities to build your pensions and wider market knowledge

• A buddy to help you settle in

• Support from a Performance Manager with your development and progress

Length of training

It is expected to take around three to five years to achieve full qualification as an Actuary. You will be employed on a permanent basis from the start of your graduate role.

Working pattern

This is a hybrid role based in our Edinburgh office.

Expected office attendance, including the first few months is four days per week minimum in office and then two/three days a week in the office moving forwards.

The pattern will reflect client, team and learning needs. Reasonable adjustments will be considered where appropriate.

Entry requirements

• You must have completed an undergraduate degree or higher-level qualification by 20 September 2027 and achieved a 2.1 or higher. If you are in your final year, you should be on track to achieve this

• We welcome applications from people studying any subject

• If you have studied a non-numerical degree subject, you must have achieved Mathematics at A level grade B or higher, or an equivalent qualification

• Studying towards the actuarial exams requires strong mathematical skills and an interest in financial concepts.

More information about becoming an actuary can be found here: Become an actuary

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.

Start date: 22 September 2027

Recruitment process

The recruitment process will include;

• completing an online application form where we will establish your eligibility for this role

• an invitation to complete a ‘Skills that Build’ assessment and numerical reasoning online assessment - more information on this is available here

• online motivation and competency questions requiring video and/or written responses

• review of your application assessing your potential to be successful in this role

• an interview, in-person, with Managers in this role in the office you have applied to be based in

We will explain what to expect before each stage. The process will assess your motivation, numerical and problem-solving skills, communication, teamwork and approach to learning. It will not assume previous pensions knowledge.

What you can expect in return

• A competitive salary and a market-leading bonus scheme, with stretch targets to reward high performance

• Study support to help you achieve professional qualifications, with salary increases for exam passes

• Development and training opportunities to support your career ambitions throughout your time with us

• A friendly and supportive team who will help you deliver your best work

You can find out more about us and the benefits we offer here: Isio – Careers & Benefits

What’s next?

Click ‘Apply’ and follow the simple online application process.

Accessibility

It’s our vision to foster a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment, which recognises individuals for their unique contribution, celebrates their differences without judgement and is committed to driving measurable change.

Isio promises to make the recruitment process as accessible as possible, giving all candidates the opportunity to shine. We will reduce or remove barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.

What reasonable adjustments can we offer?

Adjustments are made on a case-by-case basis, but can include:

• Extra time to complete assessments

• Receiving content in accessible formats

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