Yijie (Augustus) Zhou
About Yijie (Augustus) Zhou
Yijie (Augustus) Zhou is an Actuarial Analyst based in Toronto, Ontario, with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Waterloo. He has experience in various actuarial roles and has passed five Society of Actuaries exams.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Yijie (Augustus) Zhou has been employed as an Actuarial Analyst at Intact Financial Corporation since 2021. In this role, he applies his actuarial skills to analyze data and support financial decision-making processes. His work involves statistical analysis and financial modeling, contributing to the company's risk assessment and management strategies.
Education and Expertise
Yijie Zhou holds a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Waterloo, where he studied from 2016 to 2021. His academic focus included a unique combination of Computer Science with Business Option, Actuarial Science with Finance Option, and Statistics. This diverse educational background equips him with a strong foundation in statistical analysis, financial modeling, and software development.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current position, Yijie Zhou gained valuable experience through various co-op roles. He worked at Aon as an H&B Actuarial Co-op in 2020 and again in 2019, both in Toronto and London, Canada, respectively. He also completed co-op positions at Desjardins General Insurance Group and Munich Re in 2020 and 2018, respectively. Additionally, he served as a Research Assistant at the National University of Singapore in 2017, focusing on Python and machine learning.
Professional Development and Certifications
Yijie Zhou has demonstrated his commitment to professional development by passing five Society of Actuaries (SOA) exams. These include Exam P/1, Exam FM/2, Exam MFE/3F, Exam C/4, and Exam SRM. His successful completion of these exams reflects his knowledge and proficiency in actuarial science, enhancing his qualifications in the field.
Career Aspirations
As of 2021, Yijie Zhou is actively seeking a full-time actuary position. His career aspirations are aligned with his strong interest in statistical analysis, financial modeling, and software development. He aims to leverage his educational background and practical experience to contribute effectively in a full-time actuarial role.