Gerard McCool
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
A highly driven and enthusiastic part qualified Actuary. I have a strong interest in the financial and insurance markets, particularly investments, life and super-annuation. Have passed all IFOA actuarial exams on first attempt with 1 exam remaining.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Actuarial Analyst - Valuations
New Ireland Assurance Company
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Played a key role in the implementation of IFRS17. In particular, I owed the data link between 5 legacy systems and the valuation model for over 600,000 customer contracts.
- Regularly implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and minimise risk.
- Became the ‘Risk Champion' for the Finance area.
- Reconciling company value and profit and loss on IFRS17, MCEV and SII bases.
- Lead the quarterly investment income calculation on €20 billion worth of policyholder assets across 20 different unit linked product groups.
- Mentored junior members of the team, reviewing their work and communicating feedback to middle management.
Cashier
Tesco Extra
08.2017 - 01.2021
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Led the self checkout are, managing 12 tills simultaneously during busy periods
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial And Financial Studies
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland06.2022
High School Diploma -
St Malachy's College
Belfast06.2018
Skills
Claims analysis
Valuation Techniques
Quantitative Analysis
Actuarial science
Reserving Methods
Microsoft Excel and SAS/SQL Coding
Life Insurance Industry Knowledge
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- Keen interest in business, always keeping up to date with current business and economic news.
- Avid skier, visiting slopes across Europe and North America due to adventurous nature and willingness to explore challenging opportunities.
- A keen runner, participating in half marathons regularly.
Timeline
Actuarial Analyst - Valuations
New Ireland Assurance Company
01.2021 - 08.2024
Cashier
Tesco Extra
08.2017 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial And Financial Studies
University College Dublin
High School Diploma -
St Malachy's College
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