As AI capabilities rapidly evolve, actuaries and other technical experts are actively embracing these technologies to elevate their work. Rather than diminishing expertise, this digital shift elevates the value of uniquely human capabilities. Increasingly, the ability to lead teams, communicate effectively and think strategically serves as a powerful complement to analytical mastery in an AI-enhanced […]

In 2024, approximately 40% of members of the Actuaries Institute report their primary practice area to be outside of insurance. In the first article of this series that explores these members and their personal stories, we speak to Hugh Karp and Nafiz Farnaz, who are using their actuarial training in new and exciting ways. Hugh […]

What’s next for young actuaries in the workplace? In this session, we explore broad demographic shifts and the challenges they bring, especially for young actuaries finding their place in the context of a broader organisation.

Are you considering working overseas? This session explores the opportunities and challenges of taking your actuarial career global. We feature insights from actuaries, industry leaders, and recruiters.

The Professionalism Committee has curated ten videos from the high-quality suite of The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) CPD content, with two new videos added this year. The videos showcase the challenges and opportunities faced by actuaries as they navigate the rapidly changing landscape of the industry. Several important themes are explored throughout, including the […]

As an actuary, your personal brand extends beyond your skills; it reflects how you lead, inspire, and develop a team, fostering a positive work environment, boosting team performance and positioning you as a leader in the profession. Creating a personal brand can be daunting and challenging–but we’ve made it easier by creating a […]

The sheer volume of data produced daily is staggering, and without proper interpretation, it remains just numbers. This is where data visualisation comes in – transforming data into formats that can be easily understood and utilised. Research consistently shows that humans better understand and retain information presented in charts rather than raw numbers.

Stepping into a management role for the first time can be an exciting milestone in one’s career. However it also unveils a new landscape of challenges–testing your leadership, adaptability and problem-solving skills like never before. Here’s a few tips to help new managers settle into their new role. Setting expectations New managers should […]

Watch some of our members explain why they became actuaries.

Ever wonder why you’re able to communicate seamlessly with some of your colleagues but struggle with others? Perhaps you’ve wondered why one of your colleagues likes to communicate through Teams and another prefers face-to-face meetings. These preferences are most likely due to a difference in communication styles and could also help explain the different interactions […]

“I’ve worked all over the world, on every continent except Antarctica.”Raymond is an actuary with a global career spanning over 25 years, working across Australia, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and South-East Asia. He has 21 years’experience as a consultant and 4 years in the insurance industry. Throughout his career, Raymond has focused […]

“I’m a person bringing actuarial methods to new spaces.”With three decades of experience, Sharanjit is a leading expert on climate change and its impact on the banking, insurance and government sectors. He co-leads Finity’s Perils and Climate practice, was the inaugural Convener of the Institute’s Climate Change Working group, an expert witness for the […]

“You can take on many different types of leadership and non-actuarial roles by applying your skillset, which makes for an exciting career ahead of you.”Laura Wood has 20 years’experience in insurance, reinsurance broking and reinsurance, spanning most major global markets and many lines of business. Throughout her career, she has honed her skills […]

“Our skillset straddles business and data analytics, which is very valuable in today’s data-rich world.”Simone has 14 years’ experience in the insurance industry, focusing on various aspects of actuarial work, including extreme event modelling, insurance pricing, claims reserving, reinsurance, and financial modelling. She is currently Chief Actuary at Picnic Labs, a start-up seeking to […]

Neeharika is a superannuation and investments actuary with over a decade of expertise in financial services and client relationship management. She excels in offering strategic advice and comprehensive support to superannuation trustee boards, major banks, and insurers across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia.

“One career highlight was transitioning to management consulting, where I brought my soft and transferable skills into my new career.”Heena is a seasoned management consultant with diverse experience in superannuation and management consulting across multiple industries. Specialising in strategic planning and performance improvement project management, she brings a track record of driving results. With […]

“Actuaries have the ability to quantify a situation so that there is comfort in the way forward.”I started as an actuarial analyst in Life insurance and annuities; to later move to superannuation&investments. It was investments that then defined the next 15 years of my life–from bond analyst to new product- […]

“Actuaries are financially savvy, technology savvy and have a mindset of continuous learning.”Kriti is a Risk Intelligence Insights Lead at IAG with experience in provisioning, stress testing, credit risk portfolio reporting, risk data, risk systems, risk infrastructure, risk applications, divisional and enterprise-wide risk reporting for executive and Board audiences. She is an Associate Actuary […]

“Being an actuary gives you instant credibility.”Brendan has 25 years of experience across actuarial roles in health and life insurance. His most recent role was Senior Consultant at Finity Consulting, fulfilling Appointed Actuary and actuarial advisory roles with private health insurers. Prior to this, he spent 15 years in Medibank’s actuarial team working on […]

“Building some areas of technical strength in understanding and analysing data offers a solid foundation for many things.”I’m a Senior Actuary committed to using data to improve people’s lives. I have a strong technical grounding in the mathematical sciences, and love translating data and analyses into practical solutions to organisational challenges. Awards won: 2007 […]