2027 Pensions Insurance Project Management Graduate Analyst - Glasgow
Applications close: Friday 16 November 2026, 5pm (UK Time) – however in some cases applications may close earlier due to the volume received.
Why Isio?
Starting your career is about more than finding a job. It's about finding a place where you can learn, grow and make an impact.
At Isio, you'll work on meaningful projects, gain professional qualifications, receive structured development support and learn from experienced colleagues who are invested in your success. We're proud to have been recognised as one of the UK's leading employers for graduates and apprentices, reflecting our commitment to providing an outstanding Early Careers experience.
Find out more about our Early Careers programmes, awards and colleague experiences on our Early Careers website.
Pensions Insurance
Join Isio as a Pensions Insurance Project Management Graduate Analyst and build a career helping clients manage complex projects in the pensions insurance market. You will support major transactions where pension schemes transfer financial risk to insurance companies, working with colleagues and clients to plan activity, monitor progress and deliver clear outcomes.
You will work alongside experienced project management and pensions specialists, gaining direct client exposure while developing transferable skills in project delivery, communication, financial management and consulting.
You will be employed on a permanent basis from the start. Your responsibilities will grow as your skills, knowledge and confidence develop.
What does the role entail?
Support the full project lifecycle, including project set-up, planning, monitoring, reporting, control and closure
Apply actuarial concepts to calculate the value of pension and other benefits for employers and pension scheme trustees
Maintain project plans, actions, risks, issues and decision records
Prepare clear progress updates for clients and internal stakeholders
Support budget monitoring and the preparation of fees and invoices
Coordinate information and activity across project teams
Use project management processes, documentation and online tools
Contribute to bids, proposals and business development activity
Build knowledge of pension schemes, insurance transactions and the financial assets involved
Identify practical opportunities to improve project delivery and client outcomes
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
An induction programme
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
Professional Qualifications: This role offers flexibility to suit your ultimate professional aspirations. Depending on your existing qualifications and interest you would be supported in working to achieve professional qualifications awarded by one of the following:
Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFOA) - working to full qualification as an Actuary
Length of programme
You are employed on a permanent basis from the start of this graduate role. It is expected to take around two to five years to achieve your chosen professional qualification.
Location and working pattern
This role is based in our Glasgow 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 22 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
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.
- Department
- Early Careers
- Role
- Graduate
- Locations
- Glasgow
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time