Careers

Emerging data science tools and techniques are redefining what it is to be an actuary. Organisations worldwide are looking to optimise their operations , and recruitment agencies are inundated with requests for talent that stands out from the crowd.

Ibrahim Muhanna looks at the state of the actuarial profession around the world, and considers what it might take to narrow the gaps in resources

Mukami Njeru and Lucy Muthoni talk to Kim Chimsasa and Chris Seekings about their work at the Actuarial Academy of East Africa, and improving access to the profession on the continent

Yiannis Parizas and Nefeli Pamballi speak to expatriate and repatriate actuaries about the opportunities and challenges of working abroad and at home

As we approach the end of the academic year, I am proud to present this special issue of The Actuary focusing on education and careers.

Simon Brimblecombe shares his experiences working as a social security actuary in south-east Asia

Adeetya Tantia examines the impacts of home working

Vrishti Goel reflects on the finance sector’s role in tackling climate change

Ibrahim Muhanna looks back on founding the first independent actuarial consulting firm in the Arab world, and supporting actuarial education in underserved countries