Isio Appoints Gareth Roberts as Chief Financial Officer

3 November 2025, London: Isio, one of the UK’s fastest growing pensions, benefits and wealth advisory firms, has announced the appointment of Gareth Roberts as Chief Financial Officer. 

Gareth has been appointed to manage the organisation’s financial operations, with an emphasis on supporting commercial activities that are consistent with the company’s strategic goals. His appointment coincides with recent investment  from Aquiline Capital Partners LP (“Aquiline”), as the business moves towards diversifying services from a leading pensions advisory firm to an integrated provider offering a wider range of benefits and wealth solutions to clients.

He joins Isio from his most recent position as Finance Director at Howden, the fast-growing, privately owned international insurance broker. Prior to this, he served as Group Financial Controller at Bupa, the global health and insurance business, where he was responsible for all aspects of financial and regulatory reporting. Gareth was also a Partner at Deloitte, providing assurance and advisory services to clients across a diverse range of industries. 

Andrew Coles, CEO of Isio, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Gareth to the Isio team. His extensive experience in senior finance roles for large, complex organisations will be crucial in ensuring we are well-positioned for our exciting next phase of growth. Gareth’s expertise will enable us to strategically invest in Isio’s future capabilities, helping us to power our diversification journey whilst delivering exceptional, long-term value to our clients.”

Gareth Roberts, CFO of Isio, commented: “I am excited to join Isio at this important stage of its journey, following Aquiline’s recent investment. This is a key time for growth and continued financial success. I look forward to working with the team and building on Isio’s strong culture as we deliver our ambitious strategic plans.” 

Igno van Waesberghe, Managing Partner at Aquiline, commented: “Aquiline invested in Isio to support its position as an innovative market leader. Gareth’s appointment is a significant milestone toward realising this vision and will contribute to the firm’s development as an integrated, market-leading advisory firm, delivering enhanced value to clients.”