Joyce (Yanqi) Jia, Fsa
About Joyce (Yanqi) Jia, Fsa
Joyce (Yanqi) Jia is an Assistant Actuary at Transamerica, with a background in Financial Mathematics and extensive experience in actuarial roles. She has worked in various capacities within the company since 2016 and possesses skills in actuarial modeling, data visualization, and database management.
Work at Transamerica
Joyce (Yanqi) Jia has held multiple positions at Transamerica since 2016. She started as an Actuarial Intern in Life Pricing for five months in Los Angeles. Following this role, she served as an Actuarial Student for 11 months in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. From 2017 to 2019, she worked as an Actuarial Analyst, contributing to various actuarial projects. In 2019, she transitioned to the role of Actuarial Assistant, where she worked for two years. Since 2021, she has been employed as an Assistant Actuary, continuing her career development within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Joyce Jia earned her Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics with a specialization in Computing from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she attended Santa Monica College from 2012 to 2014, achieving a GPA of 3.90 in Mathematics and Computer Science. She possesses expertise in various technical tools, including MG-ALFA for actuarial modeling, Tableau for data visualization, and Oracle SQL for database management.
Background
Joyce Jia began her academic journey at Santa Monica College, where she excelled in Mathematics and Computer Science. After completing her studies there, she transferred to UCLA to further her education in Financial Mathematics. Her early work experience includes serving as a Supplemental Instruction Leader and Mentor at Santa Monica College, where she supported fellow students in their learning. Additionally, she gained international experience as an Actuarial Intern at AIA in Shanghai in 2015.
Achievements
Joyce Jia has demonstrated a commitment to her professional development through her various roles in the actuarial field. Her progression from intern to Assistant Actuary at Transamerica highlights her growth and expertise in actuarial science. She has developed skills in key software tools that enhance her capabilities in actuarial modeling, data visualization, and database management, contributing to her effectiveness in her current role.