Faculty Student Lesley-Anne Lappin helped the Profession reach an important milestone in February this year: the registration of its 20,000th member. The 23-year-old graduate of the University of Strathclyde is excited to be embarking on her career as an actuary and looking forward to using her mathematical skills.

"I always enjoyed mathematics at school, and I also have an interested in finance, so I'm looking forward to applying that in my career as an actuary." After completing her degree in Mathematics, Statistics and Finance, Lesley-Anne did not wait around before embarking on her professional duties, graduating on a Friday and starting her new job with Prudential in Stirling, Scotland, the following Monday.

She hopes to get a general grounding as an actuary on her two-year rotation, which currently involves working in the Business Development department, and is looking forward to the challenges ahead.

"I'm currently in the middle of studying for my exams in April when I will be sitting financial mathematics (CT1) and modesl (CT4). I am finding the adjustment from full-time study to full-time work and study challenging but it's a challenge which I enjoy tackling. Prudential offers an excellent package which helps support me in my development. The allocated study time the company provides allows me to take time away from work to concentrate on my exams."

“I'm confident that the Profession will help me acquire the knowledge I need to excel in my career.”

Lesley-Anne Lappin

Actuarial Trainee, Prudential