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We lead the market in actuarial and investment consulting, financial benefits advisory and insurance and reinsurance broking.  \nYou’re numerate, analytical, client-focused and on target for a 2:1 degree – you’re just the person we’re looking for. Join us and you’ll be part of a Graduate Programme designed to identify and develop future stars of our business.  \nResponsibility will come sooner than you think – far sooner than with many other organisations. We’re keen to see what you’re capable of and we realise that, to achieve your potential, you’ll need an impressive array of professional skills and rewards to match. We’ll give you all the training and networking opportunities you need to become a technical specialist in your area, as well as a highly attractive remuneration package.  \nFind out more and [apply at](apply at www.aon.co.uk/graduates)[ www.aon.co.uk/graduates](apply at www.aon.co.uk/graduates)  \nCONTENTS  \n5 Introduction Jane Curtis  \nTHE PROFESSION  \n8 What is an Actuary?  \n10 Why Become an Actuary?  \n11 Fields of Work  \n14 Salaries and Rewards Mark Crail  \n15 Frequently Asked Questions  \nRECENT GRADUATES  \n20 KPMG-Actuarial Analyst  \n22 Standard Life-Actuarial Trainee  \n24 Hymans Robertson-Actuarial Trainee  \n26 Legal & General-Solvency II Analyst  \nSENIOR PROFILES  \n30 FSA-Chief Actuary for General Insurance  \n32 Towers Watson-Consulting Actuary  \n34 Mercer-Senior Associate  \n36 Standard Life-Actuarial Function Holder  \nFINDING THE RIGHT JOB  \n40 Key Skills Required by Employers Dr Geraldine Kaye  \n42 Internships-What to Expect Rohan Jain  \n44 Jobs on Offer-Graduate Training Schemes  \nTHE ACTUARIAL PROFESSION AND QUALIFICATIONS  \n50 The UK Actuarial Profession  \n52 Actuarial Syllabus and Examinations  \nFURTHER STUDY 􀀥  \nEmPLOYER A-z 􀀥  \nRECRUITmENT CONSULTANTS  \n􀀥  \nREFERENCE TABLE 􀀥  \nThe definitive guide to a career as an actuary.  \nJenny Elliott  \nChair, Careers Committee, The Actuarial Profession  \nGraduate jobs  \nGo  \nWork experience placements  \nGo  \nApplication deadline updates  \nGo  \nCareer events in your area  \nGo  \nFurther  \nstudy options  \nGo  \n[www.insidecareers.co.uk](www.insidecareers.co.uk)  \n...sign up today!  \nIntroduction  \nJane Curtis, President of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, introduces the Inside Careers Guide to Actuaries, and outlines the many benefits and career highlights that await any graduate who chooses to work in this industry.  \nOn behalf of the Actuarial Profession, I am pleased to introduce this new edition of the Inside Careers Guide to Actuaries and thank you for your interest in this exciting and rewarding career.  \nThe Actuarial Profession represents the members of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. While the majority of our members come from the UK, a significant number come from overseas and, if you join us, you will be joining a truly global community.  \nA career as an actuary offers a wide range of opportunities and challenges to those who want to apply their skills in mathematics or statistics to problems in the real world of business and finance. 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