SAURAV MENON
Summary
Professional with deep understanding of actuarial science and risk assessment. Proven track record in applying analytical techniques to evaluate financial risks and identify strategic opportunities. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Expertise in data modeling and problem-solving with focus on delivering results
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Reserving Actuarial Analyst
Aspen Insurance Group
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Executed in-depth quarterly reserving analyses for over25 insurance classes, encompassing specialty, casualty, and financial lines, to evaluate claim reserves, methodologies, and loss ratios
- Enhanced technical capabilities by refining the functionality and efficiency of claims exhibits and IBNR files via Microsoft Excel, VBA macros, and SQL queries, contributing to a streamlined reserving process
- Maintained exceptional accuracy in reports and data reconciliation tasks, ensuring timely delivery of final outputs to finance teams and supporting the actuarial team's risk management efforts
- Provided expert mentorship on actuarial concepts, improving team understanding and ensuring effective documentation for seamless handover processes
- Identified loss trends and patterns in claims data, delivering insightful quarterly results to the reserving team and informing strategic decision-making
Sales Advisor
Rituals, Ashford Designer Outlet
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Achieved and exceeded sales targets, boosting KPIs such as Average Transaction Value (ATV), Units Per Transaction (UPT), and customer conversion rates
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and ensuring a positive shopping experience to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Collaborated with the team to achieve daily and monthly sales goals while upholding brand standards
- Handled difficult situations professionally by addressing customer complaints and finding mutually beneficial solutions, preserving long-term relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
Bayes Business School
London07-2024
Skills
- Actuarial Analysis
- ResQ
- Reserving Techniques
- Microsoft Excel VBA
- Process Improvement
- R Programming
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- SQL Querying
- Power BI
- Loss Ratio Analysis
- Claim Reserves Evaluation
- Claims analysis
- Reinsurance strategies
- Reserving methods
- Attention to detail
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- Represented the City University of London as a delegate at the National Union of Students Conference UK (2020/21), addressing key issues, including tuition fees, accommodation costs, and student welfare.
- Achieved Distinction in Abacus Mental Arithmetic competition UCMAS.
- Served as VP of Public Relations on the ExCom committee of a Toastmasters public speaking club and led a strategic marketing campaign that secured 15 new memberships during the Silver Jubilee celebrations.
Timeline
Sales Advisor
Rituals, Ashford Designer Outlet
09.2024 - 12.2024
Reserving Actuarial Analyst
Aspen Insurance Group
08.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science
Bayes Business School
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