Description: This article focusses on the results of a June 2020 survey by the Leadership and Development Section of the SOA on working remotely as an actuary. The article presents the questions and responses of the survey, and commentary on how to successfully navigate the remote work environment as an actuary - from the perspective of both a current organizational leader, and as a future organizational leader.

Description: Actuaries are lauded for their technical and analytical skills, but aren't so well known for their communication and general business skills. Is this the case worldwide? The Actuary magazine spoke to actuaries from Australia to the United Kingdom and a sampling of regions in between to get their take on the topic.

Description: This article is an update on the educational and qualification 2005

Description: Feature article discussing the importance of a company's IT department

Description: An actuary, Jim Toole, speaks out on racial disparities in infant mortality.

Description: Our Young Professionals selection explores how actuarial interns can overcome the unique challenges they face in today’s working environment.

Description: Derek Ray shares his excitement on serving as Chair of the Health Section Council in 2024, including recent section achievements, upcoming activities and a call to action for volunteers to contribute their expertise to the SOA.

Description: Do you struggle with confidence presenting your ideas in front of others? You are not alone. The good news is that confidence can be learned. Rob Salafia, executive coach at MIT Sloan School of Management and author of the book, Leading From Your Best Self (McGraw-Hill) will guide you through a science based, positive psychology approach for you to fortify yourself and discover your four keys to confidence. Rob utilizes his 20 + years in the performing arts to help business leaders project a positive presence, connect authentically with others, and incorporate the skill of storytelling to create meaning and momentum.

Description: Actuaries are Known as highly ethical. Data Science poses ethical challenges for our profession.

Description: The chief actuary of New York City, Sherry Chan, answers questions about her actuarial career.