Actuary

Description

Analyses mathematical, statistical, demographic, financial or economic data to predict and assess long-term risks and potential impacts of future events.

Description

Analyse, develop and apply actuarial, mathematical, statistical, financial and quantitative principles and techniques to solve problems and design experiments and surveys in a range of fields such as business and finance, health, engineering, government, scientific and social research, and technology.

Tasks include

• Applies and examines complex models to forecast future events that may have financial, social or environmental impacts
• Analyses data to identify opportunities to improve outcomes for companies, government, society and other organisations
• Formulates and proposes strategies to mitigate risks and uncertainties
• Designs policies, assesses risk and analyses investments primarily in life insurance, superannuation, health insurance, friendly societies and financial markets
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations and an ethical code of conduct