Irene Lai
About Irene Lai
Irene Lai is a Senior Manager in Underwriting and Insurance Risk at QBE Insurance, where she has worked since 2016. She has extensive experience in the insurance industry, including previous roles at IAG and KPMG, and holds a BSc (Hons) in Actuarial Science and Mathematical Statistics from the University of the Witwatersrand.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Irene Lai has been with QBE Insurance Group since 2015, holding various positions that demonstrate her expertise in underwriting and insurance risk. She currently serves as Senior Manager Underwriting and Insurance Risk (Group Risk) since 2016, and as Manager - Executive Office GCUO since 2019. In these roles, she contributes insights into GCUO Board reporting and is involved in technical underwriting deep dives. Her work is based in Sydney, Australia, specifically at 8 Chifley Square.
Education and Expertise
Irene Lai studied Actuarial Science and Mathematical Statistics at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she earned a BSc (Hons). This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and risk assessment, which are critical in her roles within the insurance industry.
Background
Before joining QBE Insurance Group, Irene Lai worked at IAG, where she held positions as Reinsurance Treaty Underwriter and Reinsurance Non-Life Actuary from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she gained experience as a Manager at KPMG Actuaries Pty Ltd from 2008 to 2011. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on underwriting and actuarial roles within the insurance sector.
Achievements
Irene Lai is a member of the Climate Change Steering Group at QBE Group, indicating her involvement in initiatives related to sustainability and risk management. Her contributions to GCUO Board reporting and technical underwriting deep dives highlight her role in enhancing the strategic direction of the organization.