Actuarial & Consulting Industrial Placement

2026 Actuarial & Consulting Industrial Placement, Belfast

Length of programme: 13 Months starting Monday 29 June 2026 - Friday 21 August 2027 (this is a fixed date)

Location: Belfast

Entry requirements:

• To apply for this role, you need to be available for full-time work from Monday 29 June 2026 - Friday 21 August 2027 and be attending university for your final year of study in September 2027.
• We are open to applications from those studying any subject. This is a pathway to the graduate programme where you will be expected to study towards the actuarial exams upon joining.
• If you have studied a non-numerical degree subject, you will need to have obtained a Maths A-level grade B or higher or an equivalent qualification.
• You will be required to demonstrate strong mathematical skills and a keen interest in financial concepts at different stages of your application process.
• We are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position; therefore, you will need to be able to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

What we are looking for in Industrial Placements in our Actuarial & Consulting team:

As a people-first business, personal attributes are just as important as academic qualifications. We’re looking for:

• 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.
• The ability to maintain a good level of self-discipline and time management.

We will also be looking to see how applicants align with our core beliefs:

Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients and each other – building open and trusted relationships.

Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients and society.

Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions.

People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio’s expertise.

Working in our Pensions Actuarial & Consulting team 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, 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 success.

At Isio, we constantly look for ways to innovate and develop new solutions 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.

What you will be doing:

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

• 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 Isio to continuously improve our service.

Strong performance during your time with us will lead to you being offered a Graduate Analyst role in our Actuarial & Consulting team upon completing university without the need for an application.

During the graduate programme, you’ll receive the support needed to work towards achieving a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries (IFoA) qualification.

Isio is a people business, and we’re committed to helping our colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities, and progression through the business.

On top, we also offer:

• A competitive salary
• A defined contribution pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Healthcare benefits
• Income protection
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and two ‘Company’ days
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) allowance
• Flexible working
• A flexible benefits package
• Comprehensive study support package

About Isio:

Isio was born in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK’s Pension Practice to a private equity firm. We provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits, and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience.

Isio is built by challengers, innovators, and forward-thinkers, grounded around a vision that strives to deliver greater financial confidence 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 have offices across the UK, and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you.

Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

What’s next?

Apply below and follow the simple application process online.