Katie Parkes
About Katie Parkes
Katie Parkes serves as the Actuarial Technical Lead at Legal & General, where she specializes in IFRS17 Modelling. With over 15 years of experience in model development, she has a strong background in overseeing large-scale actuarial model developments.
Current Role at Legal & General
Katie Parkes serves as the Actuarial Technical Lead at Legal & General, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she specializes in IFRS17 Modelling, focusing on the implementation and development of actuarial models that comply with international financial reporting standards. Her responsibilities include overseeing large-scale actuarial model developments, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the modeling processes.
Previous Experience at Aviva
Prior to her current role, Katie Parkes worked at Aviva as an International Actuarial Consultant from 2008 to 2009. During her time in this position, she operated in both Milan and Amsterdam, contributing to various international projects and enhancing her expertise in actuarial practices across different markets.
Career at Halifax
Katie Parkes spent 11 years at Halifax, where she held the position of Model Development Manager from 2009 to 2020. In this capacity, she was responsible for leading model development initiatives and ensuring the effective application of actuarial methodologies within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Katie Parkes earned her Bachelor of Science with Honours in Economics from the University of Southampton, where she studied from 1997 to 2000. Her educational background laid the foundation for her extensive career in actuarial science, which spans over 15 years, with a focus on model development using Prophet and MoSeS.
Actuarial Model Development Skills
Katie Parkes has a strong background in overseeing large-scale actuarial model developments. Her expertise includes proficiency in various actuarial software and methodologies, particularly in the context of IFRS17 Modelling. This skill set has been instrumental in her roles across different organizations, contributing to effective actuarial practices.