James Vernon
About James Vernon
James Vernon serves as the Head of Risk Pricing Analytics at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in actuarial roles, he has worked at Legal & General in various capacities since 2002 and previously held positions at Swiss Re.
Current Role in Risk Pricing Analytics
James Vernon currently holds the position of Head of Risk Pricing Analytics at Legal & General. He has been in this role since 2019, contributing to the company's risk management and pricing strategies. His expertise in analytics supports the development of pricing models that align with market conditions and regulatory requirements.
Career at Legal & General
James Vernon has had a significant career at Legal & General, spanning multiple roles. He began as an Actuarial Analyst from 2002 to 2005, followed by a position as Senior Actuarial Analyst from 2006 to 2010. He then served as Pricing Actuary from 2010 to 2015. After a brief tenure as Head of Modelling Development from 2017 to 2019, he transitioned to his current role in Risk Pricing Analytics.
Previous Experience at Swiss Re
Before joining Legal & General, James Vernon worked at Swiss Re as a Senior Actuarial Analyst for one year, from 2005 to 2006. This role provided him with foundational experience in actuarial analysis within the reinsurance sector, enhancing his analytical skills and industry knowledge.
Educational Background in Mathematics
James Vernon studied Mathematics at the University of Nottingham, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours (BSc Hons) from 1999 to 2002. This educational background laid the groundwork for his career in actuarial science and analytics, equipping him with essential quantitative skills.