Actuaries Institute Podcast

This podcast series examines current and emerging issues facing the actuarial profession and challenges to businesses.

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Episodes

The Dialogue - The Future of Life Insurance

The next instalment of the Dialogue Podcast series explores the future of the life insurance industry and what recommendations need to be implemented in order for areas to adapt to rapid societal changes and community expectations. In the podcast, John McLenaghan (Public Policy Adviser at Actuaries Institute Australia) questions Ilan Leas (Managing Director at Retender) on the research, recommendations and driver of change in the life insurance industry in the Dialogue thought leadership paper '...

May 18, 2018•12 min

Young Actuaries Conference 2018

Solai Valliappan previews her talk at the upcoming Young Actuaries Conference (YAC) including the importance of a 'strong network' and how she came to consult on 'the Google Maps of asteroid resources in space'. Angela Poon (Actuarial Consultant at Finity Consulting) asks Solai Valliappan (Business Advisor at HEOR) how she attained her current role and how she has become an advisor to multiple actuarial facets of businesses from risk management to strategy to data analytics and finance. Solai's ...

May 15, 2018•10 min

CareerView - Managing a Data Analytics Team

Hugh Miller (Principal at Taylor Fry) asks Aaron Cutter (Principal at Finity) what lessons and new skills he has learned throughout his impressive actuarial career journey from physicist and analyst to becoming a member of the Actuaries Institute Data analytics Work Group (DIWG) while juggling consulting duties at Finity. Aaron talks through his differing roles as he ascended through the corporate chain and took on new roles with diverse skill sets to put his career first and grow as an excellen...

May 09, 2018•17 min

CareerView - The Rise of Digital Job-Seeking

In this podcast, Angat Sandhu (Chief Editor of Actuaries Digital) asks Nick Cowdery (actuarial recruiter and Director of InterAct Search) to explain the rise of digital job seeking and how job seekers can take advantage of digital media to advance their career. Nick stresses the increasing importance of having both a traditional written CV and a video profile so you can demonstrate both your occupational excellence and a great personality to help managers and recruiters determine if you will fit...

Apr 30, 2018•13 min

CareerView - The Path to Becoming Chief Risk Officer

The next instalment of the CareerView Podcast series discusses the path to becoming a Chief Risk Officer from the experience of icare's 'Chief Risky Dude' Gavin Pearce In this podcast, Susan Looi (Head of Financial Risk, ANZ Wealth and Digital) interviews Gavin Pearce (Chief Risk Officer of icare) on his unusual path to becoming Chief Risk Officer, from studying statistics and mathematics in New Zealand, to resettling in Sydney and undertaking actuarial exams before securing an exciting new role...

Apr 23, 2018•15 min

CareerView - Handling the Resignation

In this podcast, Angat Sandhu (Chief Editor of Actuaries Digital) asks Nick Cowdery (Director of InterAct Search) about the do's and don'ts of how to properly resign from your current role. Nick discusses how to take the emotion out of the role and which conversation to have with your manager. While your notice period needs to reflect your contract terms, you should aim to finish off and/or transfer ownership of existing projects, and structure your transition in a flexible way so you can leave ...

Mar 28, 2018•10 min

The Dialogue - Genetics

Stephen Dixon (Deputy Actuary at Munich Reinsurance Australia) questions Jessica Chen (Director of Insurance, Finance at BT Financial Group) on the research, potential impacts and considerations of modern genetic testing in the Dialogue thought leadership paper 'Genetics - a testing time for insurers?' - authored by Jessica and Alan Doble. In the paper, Jessica looks at the far reaching implications for society and individuals of genetic testing. Factors such as rapidly decreasing test costs and...

Mar 23, 2018•13 min

The Dialogue - Private Health Insurance Bill Shock

Ignatius Li (Partner at Deloitte) interviews Anthony Lowe (former CEO of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia) and Jamie Reid (Principal at Finity Consulting) about the recommendations and research in their Dialogue thought leadership paper "Private Health insurance Bill Shock: What Can Insurers Do to Help?" In the paper, Anthony and Jamie discuss the surprising and distressing impact of out-of-pocket costs for those with private health insurance. “...a recent study of men who had been di...

Mar 15, 2018•18 min

The Dialogue - Social Risks

Rick shaw questions Ian Laughlin, Chairman at OnePath Life and ANZ Lenders Mortgage Insurance, on his Dialogue thought leadership paper 'Social Risks for a financial services business'. Financial Institutions have been regularly subjected to public opprobrium - in the press, in politics and on social media - for attitudes and behaviour which the community finds unacceptable. This may be partly because institutions have not managed risks that come from changing social attitudes and norms, and the...

Mar 05, 2018•21 min

The Dialogue - Climate Risk Disclosure

Andrew Doughman (Reinsurance Underwriter and Client Manager at Hannover Re) questions Sharanjit Paddam (Principal of Actuaries and Consultants at Deloitte) on his thought leadership paper “Climate Risk Disclosure, Financial Institutions Feel the Heat” (co-authored by Stephanie Wong) Climate change raises real risks and opportunities for financial institutions which need to be identified, managed and disclosed. Sharanjit states “I think there's an opportunity to renew your business in a really go...

Feb 27, 2018•19 min

CareerView - The Ethics of Moving Roles

Jenny Lyon discusses common questions around moving roles, the danger of ‘confidential’ or informal conversations; when and what to tell your manager and colleagues about your plans to move roles. Often the nuances with starting a new role can be addressed through communication and positive Relationships with pending or potential new employers. This can allow you to around existing projects, negotiate notice period needs, and timing of reference checks. This can ensure you are more effectively W...

Feb 25, 2018•18 min

CareerView - Career Moves and Self Reflection

CEO of Actuaries Institute Elayne Grace is joined by guest Lesley Traverso. Together they discuss the importance of clarifying your career and job aspirations in your own mind before making a career move. Lesley has over 25 years of experience as a Recruitment Consultant, and provides valuable advice on how to refine your job search including: • clarify your transferable skills; • identify what interests and motivates you; • acknowledge your strengths and weaknesses; and • quantify your skills i...

Feb 12, 2018•19 min

Peace of Mind - Underwriting and Examining Mental Health Insurance Claims

Elayne Grace speaks to actuary Geoff Atkins, co-author of the Green Paper 'Mental Health and Insurance', about product definitions in insurance contracts covering mental health. There are vast improvements to be made in underwriting and legislating products to respond to consumer needs in this complex area. It's a fine balance between offering good protection at an affordable price in a sustainable system. Issues discussed in this episode include: - underwriting mental health - travel insurance ...

Jan 05, 2018•26 min

Peace of Mind - Insuring Mental Health Conditions – Claims Challenges and Improvements

Did you know TAL paid out more than $210 million dollars for mental health claims this year? That's second only to the number of claims it paid out for cancer. Here, Brett Clark, CEO of TAL and Elayne Grace discuss challenges on the claims side of insuring mental illness, and how the industry is making practical improvements, especially in training claims managers to the specific sensitivities around mental health conditions. CPD members can earn 2 points for each Podcast listened too....

Nov 03, 2017•14 min

Peace of Mind - Mental Health Conditions In Australia and the NMHC's Mandate

Co-chair of the National Mental Health Commission (NMHC), Lucy Brogden, joins Elayne Grace to discuss the state and spread of mental health conditions in Australia; the importance of insurance in the treatment response; and how the Government’s Fifth National Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Plan will impact the lives of people living with mental health issues. CPD members can earn 2 points for each Podcast listened too.

Oct 27, 2017•14 min

Peace of Mind - Mental Health and Insurance Green Paper

In this first episode, Elayne Grace introduces the Actuaries Institute's new Green Paper: Mental Health and Insurance. It’s a burning issue, and as guest (and co-author of the Paper) Geoff Atkins calls it, a ‘mega trend’ in society right now. CPD members can earn 2 points for each Podcast listened too.

Oct 19, 2017•12 min

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