Leonard Seok
About Leonard Seok
Leonard Seok is an experienced Actuarial Analyst specializing in General Insurance, currently working at QBE Insurance and Commonwealth Bank in Australia. He has a strong academic background in Actuarial Science and is proficient in various data analytics tools.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Leonard Seok has been employed at QBE Insurance Group as an Actuarial Analyst in General Insurance since 2017. His role involves extensive experience in end-to-end insurance liability valuations, which includes data extraction, modeling, and stakeholder communications. Over the years, he has contributed to various actuarial projects, utilizing his analytical skills to provide insights that support decision-making within the organization.
Current Role at Commonwealth Bank
Since 2020, Leonard Seok has served as a Pricing Manager for the Home Loans Portfolio at Commonwealth Bank. In this capacity, he is responsible for pricing strategies and analysis, leveraging his actuarial background to enhance the bank's offerings in home loans. His experience in data analytics plays a crucial role in optimizing pricing models and improving financial performance.
Education and Expertise
Leonard Seok pursued his education in Actuarial Science, earning a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne between 2013 and 2015. He further advanced his studies at The Australian National University, obtaining a Master of Science in Actuarial Science from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he has been studying at the Actuaries Institute Australia since 2017, where he achieved Associates status. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data analytics and actuarial practices.
Professional Background and Experience
Leonard Seok has a diverse professional background in the actuarial field. Prior to his current roles, he worked as an Actuarial Analyst at Cause Way from 2016 to 2017, focusing on private health. He also served as a Strategy Consultant at Options Autoparts Sdn Bhd for three months in 2014. Earlier in his career, he participated in Toastmasters International in 2007, where he developed speech building techniques. His experiences have equipped him with a range of skills applicable to various actuarial and analytical roles.
Technical Skills and Tools
Leonard Seok is proficient in several data analytics tools, including R, SAS, SQL, Excel, Tableau, and Git. He has also worked on non-traditional actuarial projects that required strategic insights for insurers and not-for-profit organizations. Although he has limited experience with Python, Emblem, Power BI, and VBA, he aims to further develop his expertise in data science and analytics through online courses and practical applications.