Industrial Placement- Actuarial

6 months ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Isio Full time

About Us

Isio was ‘born’ in , and we’ve been challenging existing thinking on pensions, benefits and investment advice ever since. That’s because we know that only by improving on what’s been accepted in the past, can we provide the financial confidence our clients deserve.

And while Isio is a young company, our people are some of the most experienced in their fields, bringing track records of having achieved commercial advantage for clients across pensions. Improving on long-accepted industry practices continues to drive us – and our business – forward. We are proud to work with a third of the FTSE , with over boards of trustees, and across all sectors. Creating greater levels of confidence in financial decision-making for companies, trustees and individuals.

Starting your Career at Isio

We’re a People First business, so we want to make sure that you are supported to reach your goals, whatever they may be. We’ll support you with studying, be flexible around family life and enable you to give back to the community through paid volunteering days.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion – bringing your whole self to work every day. We have hubs across the UK and many of our roles are flexible in location to help create a work-life balance that works for you.

We are keen to support those starting their career at Isio with building a strong foundation for success. Whether as a Graduate, Industrial Placement student, Summer intern or as an Apprentice, Isio will provide a great experience working alongside experienced professionals. You will have the opportunity to help fulfil our purpose of creating better outcomes for our clients, their members and society by empowering and developing our people.

Isio is growing at a fast and exciting pace. Starting your career at Isio will be a great balance of working with experts in their field within an innovative organisation that is looking to drive positive and innovative change in its sector.

Graduates at Isio have acknowledged their positive experience, as shown by our ranking as the Top Employer for Graduates to work for in Consulting according to the Job Crowd rankings.

Programme:  Actuarial & Consulting – Industrial Placement – -

Length of programme: 12 months: 3 July – 20 June

Locations:  

Edinburgh:  George Street, Edinburgh EH2 4LH

Entry Requirements:

To apply for this role, you need to be available for full time work from 3 July -20 June and be attending university for your final year of study in September . We are open to applications from those studying any subject. Studying towards the actuarial exams will require strong mathematical skills and a keen interest in financial concepts. More information about being a ‘student actuary’ can be found here.

What we are looking for in Industrial placement students in our Actuarial teams

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 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

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

Working as an Actuary in Pensions at Isio

Pension schemes are part of the backbone of the UK savings industry – relied on by millions to provide a reliable and secure income in retirement.

However, whilst remaining an important part of how organisations pay and reward their employees, they also often pose significant financial risks.

Balancing the costs and risks of a pension scheme as well as meeting best practice governance requirements is becoming increasingly complex – yet essential for a pension scheme to succeed. The needs of the industry, individuals and our clients are ever changing.

At Isio, we constantly look at ways to innovate and develop new solutions to overcome these challenges through our Actuarial & Consulting services.

An actuarial career in pensions requires a high level of both numeracy and communication skills – as well as the enthusiasm and drive needed to gain professional qualifications and succeed in a fast-moving market. Our clients value strong technical knowledge in understanding the required capacity of pension funds

Isio’s Actuarial industrial placement programme offers the opportunity to get more insight and build valuable experience of both technical actuarial knowledge and skills and effective workplace skills

What you will be doing

During your placement you will get the opportunity to develop analytical skills while observing how we effectively consult for our clients. You will get to be involved in work we do to for our clients including:

Calculation work either on an individual member or company basis. Building financial models involving statistical methods. Drafting communication materials. Helping with identifying and researching business opportunities. Sharing knowledge with colleagues throughout the Isio supporting our goal to continuously improve the service we offer our clients

Isio’s aim is that we Isio’s aim is that we recognise those on an industrial placement who really apply themselves to the opportunity. Strong performance in your placement will lead to you being offered a Graduate role in Actuarial and Consulting at Isio for when you complete university without the need for an application.

  • Actuarial Leadership Consultant

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Emerald Group Full time

    Company OverviewThe Emerald Group is a leading consulting firm specializing in actuarial services and finance transformation. We are seeking an experienced Actuarial Leadership Consultant to join our team.SalaryThe estimated salary for this position is £80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience and location.Job DescriptionKey...

  • Actuarial Consulting Lead

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Clarence George Full time

    Job Title: Actuarial Consulting LeadWe are seeking a highly skilled Actuarial Consulting Lead to join our Life Actuarial practice at Clarence George. The successful candidate will have experience in Life Insurance and expertise in With-Profits.About the Opportunity:This is a competitive salary of £80,000 - £110,000 per annum.The role offers excellent...

  • Insurance Actuarial Specialist

    2 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Mazars Full time

    Job DescriptionAs an Actuarial Assistant Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting our Actuarial Partners in delivering high-quality services to our clients. Your primary responsibilities will include assisting in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and other documents, as well as providing technical support to ensure compliance with...

  • Senior Manager of Actuarial Services

    4 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Emerald Group Full time

    Role SummaryThe Emerald Group seeks a highly experienced Senior Manager of Actuarial Services to lead our actuarial implementation management efforts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing small teams across a wide range of client projects, including IFRS 17 impact assessments and implementations, finance transformations, and...

  • Actuarial Expert for Insurance Investment

    1 month ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Emerald Group Full time

    Actuarial Expert for Insurance InvestmentWe are seeking an experienced actuary to join our team as an Actuarial Expert for Insurance Investment. The successful candidate will provide high-quality support and advice to insurance and reinsurance clients, both in the UK and globally.Key Responsibilities:Delivering expert advice to clients on investment risk...

  • Actuarial and Pension Scheme Specialist

    6 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Actuarial and Pension Scheme Specialist to join our team at Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG). This role will involve working with clients across various industries, helping them shape the future of their workplaces.About the Role:In this position, you will work closely with a team of qualified actuaries to provide expert advice...

  • Actuarial Expert

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Emerald Group Full time

    Job DescriptionThe Emerald Group is seeking an experienced Actuarial Expert to join our team in Edinburgh, Glasgow, or London. This role will focus on delivering high-quality support and advice to insurance and reinsurance clients across the UK and globally.About The RoleProvide expert actuarial services to clients, including risk and capital management,...

  • Lead Actuarial Consultant

    1 week ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Emerald Group Full time

    Job Title: Lead Actuarial ConsultantLocation: London, Manchester, EdinburghCategory: Engagement ManagementType: PermanentWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Lead Actuarial Consultant to join our team at The Emerald Group. As a seasoned professional in the field of actuarial consulting, you will play a key role in managing small teams across a...

  • Part Qualified

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Phoenix Group Full time

    **Location and flexible working**:Edinburgh. All our roles are open to part-time, job-share and other types of flexibility. We will discuss what is important to you and balancing this with business requirements during the recruitment process. **Job Type**: Permanent **Closing Date**: 11 December **Salary and benefits**:Up to £53,000 dependent upon...

  • Senior Actuarial Analyst

    7 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Hymans Robertson Full time

    The Vacancy We are looking to recruit an experienced actuarial analyst to join our firmwide Actuarial Technical Team, to be based in either our Glasgow, Edinburgh or London office. This person will be responsible for checking actuarial calculations and communicating results to team members and members of the client teams, contributing to improving the...

  • Actuarial Consultant Expert

    3 days ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Gallagher Full time

    About UsAt Gallagher, we are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Pension Actuarial Consultant. This role is a great opportunity for someone with substantial experience in actuarial consultancy to utilize their skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional results.The successful candidate will play a crucial role in...

  • Tax Industrial Placement

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Mazars Full time

    **At Mazars we have a wide range of opportunities for you to gain experience in a firm that truly cares about your aspirations. Our business is an engine for rapid and consistent career progression, and we are known for giving ambitious people early responsibility and exposure.** - Are you an undergraduate with strong analytical skills with a keen attention...

  • Actuarial Risk Management Specialist

    1 month ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom APR LLP Full time

    Are you looking to broaden your actuarial experience before qualifying? Do you have a strong track record of progress through the exams and a desire to develop your technical skills? If so, an Actuarial Associate role at APR could be the perfect fit for you.As an APR associate, you will provide project and consultancy support to a wide range of clients in...

  • Actuarial Risk Management Specialist

    1 month ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom APR LLP Full time

    Are you looking to broaden your actuarial experience before qualifying? Do you have a strong track record of progress through the exams and a desire to develop your technical skills? As an Actuarial Associate at APR, you will provide project and consultancy support to a wide range of clients in the Life / Non-life sectors and beyond. Our industry-leading...

  • Pension Consulting Actuary

    2 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Gallagher Full time

    Overview Following several fantastic years; within which we have significantly grown our headcount, our client book, our market presence and our trophy cabinet with all of the industry awards that we have won, we are currently recruiting for 2 Consulting Actuary positions. These roles can be assigned to our London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Ipswich offices,...

  • Actuarial Leadership Role in General Insurance

    3 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Mazars Full time

    Mazars offers a unique opportunity for Actuaries to take on leadership roles in our General Insurance team. As a leading international professional services firm, we deliver exceptional quality in audit, accounting, tax, financial advisory, outsourcing, and consulting.We are looking for experienced professionals with strong interpersonal skills to manage...

  • "Actuarial Manager Lead Position"

    4 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Clarence George Full time

    Clarence George is proud to present a challenging role in their prestigious Life Actuarial practice based in Edinburgh. This Manager-level position is perfect for an experienced actuary with leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of With-Profits.Key Requirements:Qualified Actuary with considerable experience in Life InsuranceAdvanced expertise in...

  • Actuarial Consulting Manager

    1 month ago

    Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Clarence George Full time

    Clarence George is excited to present a fantastic opportunity with a prestigious consultancy in their Life Actuarial practice.Overview:Qualified Actuary with experience in Life InsuranceExpertise in With-ProfitsCompetitive Salary and PackageExcellent exposure and opportunity to gain a diverse range of experienceOpportunity to work on very interesting...

  • Industrial Placement Systems Engineer

    6 months ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom Leonardo Full time

    Job Description: At We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are willing to take on a challenge to fill our industrial placement roles, and we will demand a high degree of customer focus and work performance from you in order to meet our operational challenges. If you are willing able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find...

  • Manager - Actuarial Life 1

    2 weeks ago

    Edinburgh, United Kingdom KPMG-UnitedKingdom Full time

    Job description Qualified Actuarial Consultants - LifeBase Location: London, Manchester and Edinburgh plus network of 20 offices nationally:The KPMG Actuarial Consulting function is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from our major UK offices we do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise.KPMG is one of the world's largest...