Kieran Smith
About Kieran Smith
Kieran Smith is a Senior Analyst in Strategy & Portfolio Management at QBE Insurance, with a background in actuarial analysis from APRA and a strong academic foundation in actuarial studies and statistics from Macquarie University.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Kieran Smith has been employed at QBE Insurance Group since 2020, serving as a Senior Analyst in the Strategy & Portfolio Management division. In this role, he contributes to strategic initiatives and portfolio management efforts within the organization. His experience in actuarial analysis and portfolio strategy supports QBE's objectives in risk management and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at APRA
Kieran Smith worked at the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) from 2015 to 2020. He began as a Graduate Actuarial Analyst for one year, followed by a position as an Actuarial Analyst for two years from 2016 to 2018. He then advanced to Senior Actuarial Analyst, where he continued for another two years until 2020. His roles involved analyzing actuarial data and contributing to regulatory frameworks.
Education and Expertise
Kieran Smith holds a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies and a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from Macquarie University, which he completed from 2011 to 2014. He furthered his education by achieving Associate status with the Actuaries Institute Australia, specializing as a Chartered Enterprise Risk Actuary from 2016 to 2019. He is currently pursuing Part III Actuarial qualifications to deepen his expertise in the actuarial field.
Background in Academia
Kieran Smith has a background in academia, having worked at Macquarie University in 2014. He served as a Student Administrative Assistant for one month and as an Academic Tutor for three months. Additionally, he was involved with the Actuarial Students' Society at Macquarie University, where he acted as Assistant Project Manager for events such as the 2013 Acumen Resources Careers Forum and the 2013 Poker Competition.
Innovation Experience at Deloitte
In 2013, Kieran Smith participated in the Deloitte Fastrack Innovation Challenge, where he engaged in innovative problem-solving initiatives. This experience contributed to his development in analytical thinking and project management, skills that he has applied throughout his career in actuarial roles.