Umair Iqbal
About Umair Iqbal
Umair Iqbal is an Actuarial Analyst with extensive experience in the field, currently working at Intact in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He has held various actuarial and analytical roles across multiple organizations since 2015, including positions at RSA, The Co-operators, and Desjardins General Insurance Group.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Umair Iqbal has been employed at Intact Financial Corporation as an Actuarial Analyst since 2021. His role involves analyzing data and developing pricing models to support the company's insurance products. Prior to this position, he completed a co-op placement at Intact in 2020, where he worked in the Data Lab for three months. His experience at Intact reflects his ongoing commitment to the actuarial field and contributes to the company's analytical capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Umair Iqbal holds a Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2016 to 2021. He also completed A-Levels in Mathematics at The Lyceum School from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation in mathematical principles and actuarial practices, equipping him with the necessary skills for his roles in the insurance industry.
Background in Actuarial Roles
Umair Iqbal has accumulated diverse experience in actuarial roles across various organizations. He worked as a Corporate Actuarial Assistant at The Co-operators in 2018 and as an Actuarial Analyst at Desjardins General Insurance Group in 2020. His previous positions also include working as an Actuarial Intern at IGI - International General Insurance Co. Ltd. in 2017 and as an Actuarial Student focusing on Enterprise Risk Management at London Life in 2018.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the actuarial field, Umair Iqbal gained experience in accounting and data analysis. He worked as a Junior Accountant at GAMCO Group in 2015 and as a Data Analyst at United Traders in 2016, both in Karachi, Pakistan. These early roles provided him with valuable analytical skills that he has since applied in his actuarial career.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his actuarial roles, Umair Iqbal served as a Math Undergrad Teaching Assistant at the University of Waterloo in 2019. During this four-month position, he supported undergraduate students in their mathematics courses, demonstrating his ability to communicate complex concepts effectively.