Business Readiness Analyst - Pensions Pensions Administration · Any Regional Office ·

Isio; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Study support

Training opportunities

Friendly team

Job summary

Isio is hiring a Business Readiness Analyst in pensions to ensure readiness for change across systems, processes and operating models. You will bridge gaps between project delivery and operational adoption, aligning people, processes and technology for successful outcomes.

The role supports change management, stakeholder engagement, training, analytics and reporting in a hybrid office setting across regional UK centers.

Qualifications

• Experience with UK Defined Benefit Pension Schemes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and presentation skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent planning and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Business Readiness & Change Management to prepare for new systems or processes.
• Stakeholder engagement across affected groups.
• Communication disciplines and execution for change initiatives.
• Training and user adoption activities.
• Analysis & reporting to support decisions.
• Project & change support to ensure delivery readiness.
• Problem solving to bridge delivery and adoption gaps.

Skills

UK Defined Benefit Pension Schemes

Stakeholder management

Communication & presentation

Planning & organization

Business analysis

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Reporting & data analysis

Job description

Business Readiness Analyst - Pensions

The Business Readiness function is a newly formed team within Client Onboarding & Change division / Pension Administration service line.

The Business Readiness Analyst focuses on ensuring the business is prepared for change, whether that's a new system, process, operating model, or transformation initiative. All of which have a direct and immediate impact of Isio’s ability to deliver first class customer service to associated stakeholder groups (i.e. members and trustees)

This role helps to support the bridging of the gaps between project delivery and operational adoption, ensuring that people, processes, and technology are aligned for successful change outcomes.

This role can be based in any of our regional city centre offices with a hybrid workstyle.

What does the role entail?

Core responsibilities include:

• Business Readiness & Change Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Communication disciplines and execution
• Training & User Adoption
• Analysis & Reporting
• Project & Change Support
• Problem Solving

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working with UK Defined Benefit Pension Schemes
• Stakeholder management
• Communication and presentation skills
• Planning and organisation
• Business analysis
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Reporting and data analysis

Desirable

• Understanding of new pension scheme/client onboarding principles and practices
• Operational readiness & delivery disciplines

What you can expect in return

• A competitive salary and market leading bonus scheme
• 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

Why Join Isio

Isio is a fast-growing professional services business, that offers career development through an evolving client base, diverse and meaningful work, nationwide opportunities, and a culture that rewards high performance and accountability.

We hold ourselves to the highest standards andour values guide how we advise our clients, how we operate as a business and how we work together as a team. We call it the Isio Attitude. We encourage our people to be bold, to communicate with conviction, and to deliver advice that matters.

Here, growth brings opportunity - more responsibility, more clients, and work that stretches and develops you. We invest in training and development so you can expand your skills and explore different career paths across diverse markets to make your mark. Isio is a place to realise your potential and build a career with impact. You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer on our career's website Isio - Careers & Benefits.

About Isio

A progressive advisory firm, partnering with clients of all sizes to deliver expertise in pensions, employee benefits and wealth advisory services. Working with pension trustees, employers, individuals, families and their offices, we are supported by talented colleagues across 10 UK offices. With a Big 4 heritage we combine a strong focus on quality with a fresh perspective challenging traditional thinking.

Our culture shapes our work; we foster a supportive environment where we develop our people to grow and fulfil their potential. We invest in our services, products and technology, and provide clear, expert solutions for our clients. This brings clarity, confidence, and better outcomes for everyone.

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 can offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work, supporting 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 ask us [e-mail]