2027 Pensions Insurance Project Management Graduate Analyst - Glasgow

Isio; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Isio in Glasgow is seeking a Pensions Insurance Project Management Graduate Analyst to join our permanent team from day one. You’ll support major transactions, plan activity, monitor progress and deliver clear outcomes while gaining direct client exposure.

This role offers valuable development through practical experience and structured study towards professional qualifications. You’ll work with experienced project managers and pensions specialists, developing transferable skills in project

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Mathematics/Finance

Analytical thinking

Willingness to learn

Time management

Collaborative

Communication

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Respect and integrity

Problem solving

Active listening

Education

Undergraduate degree

Maths at A level

IFoA/PMI/APM qualification interest

Job description

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




• Pensions Management Institute (PMI)




• Association of Project Management (APM)

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

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: [e-mail].