Actuary

As an actuary, you could:

• analyse data from past and present events to forecast future trends
•  assess financial risks, using mathematical models and statistics
•  work out solutions to business problems and help with planning
•  write reports and presentations
•  explain findings to managers, government ministers or business clients

We've identified this as a potential green job

For an actuary to be a green job, you could:

• advise policymakers on sustainable, long-term investment planning
•  refine financial forecasting to include risks associated with climate change
•  develop risk models to help businesses adapt in the shift to low carbon economies

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• maths knowledge
• analytical thinking skills
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• knowledge of economics and accounting
• complex problem-solving skills
• the ability to use your judgement and make decisions
• ambition and a desire to succeed
• excellent verbal communication skills
• to be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently

You can get into this job through:

• a university course
• an apprenticeship
• applying directly

As your career develops, you could specialise in a particular field, like:

• insurance
•  healthcare
•  banking
•  data science

With experience, you could take on more responsibility for managing people or projects.

You might also work for the Government Actuary's Department, advising on public sector finances.