Emma is an Associate Partner at Aon and leads the Bristol Trustee Retirement Team.

We discuss everything from how she discovered the actuarial profession existed, why she chose to work in pensions consulting, understanding the role of a pensions actuary, and how her role evolved over time. Emma shares her experiences of seeking opportunities and stepping out of her comfort zone, and how some of these opportunities influenced her career development.

Emma also shares her experience of going on maternity leave twice, finding the right work-life balance, all whilst going through promotion processes and taking on people leadership responsibility.

I loved getting to know Emma, she is incredibly impressive and I hope you enjoy the conversation!

Please connect with Emma here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-moore-63399713a/

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Actuarial People is sponsored by my recruitment company Turner Perkins. Please visit https://turnerperkins.com or email james@turnerperkins.com if you'd like to explore your career options.

Steve is an Actuary & Corporate Consultant at First Actuarial, based in Manchester.

Steve shares his journey into the actuarial profession, discussing his experiences, challenges, and insights gained over 20 years in the industry. We explore how his role has evolved over time, including becoming a Scheme Actuary before specialising in corporate advice, with a particular emphasis on finding enjoyment & fulfilment in each role rather than focusing on job titles.

Steve also offers advice to graduates and young professionals, including his thoughts on what to look for during the interview process, embracing every opportunity which comes your way, and sharing his views of the future of the profession.

I hope you enjoy the conversation!

Please connect with Steve here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sdeverellsmith/

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Actuarial People is sponsored by my recruitment company Turner Perkins. Please visit https://turnerperkins.com or email james@turnerperkins.com if you'd like to explore your career options.

Niraj is an Investment Analyst at LCP. He shares his journey into the actuarial profession, his experience of studying and working during the pandemic, beginning his career in pensions consulting and transitioning to investment consulting.

Niraj shares his insights on balancing work, study, and personal life, encouraging early career professionals to prioritise their well-being alongside their ambitions. We learn some of the differences and similarities between working in pensions and investments, and how his career has progressed to date.

Niraj also touches on his journey of unmasking and being his authentic self, which has influenced his perspective on career progression and personal development. I'd highly recommend following his LinkedIn posts and blog, which focus on topics related to his own lived experiences.

Please connect with Niraj here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niraj-shah-aia-a9783317b/

It was a pleasure to get to know him, hope you enjoy the conversation!

Mentioned in this episode:

Actuarial People is sponsored by my recruitment company Turner Perkins. Please visit https://turnerperkins.com or email james@turnerperkins.com if you'd like to explore your career options.