Summary
Abdur Rafey is a Senior Actuarial Analyst with eight years of experience focused on IFRS 17 implementation for life insurers across the MENA region. Currently pursuing an MSc in Data Science and Analytics at the University of Leeds, he combines actuarial domain expertise with growing data science skills to optimize and automate IFRS engines and financial models. At SHMA Consulting he led client-facing implementations, model streamlining, and training, translating complex accounting requirements into practical, auditable solutions. His background includes hands-on product pricing and regulatory work from internships at Jubilee Life and exposure to policy research and operations leadership at LUMS, reflecting a blend of technical rigor and stakeholder management. Known for a “ship-first, then build” mindset, he favors pragmatic shipping of models and iterative improvement. Based in Karachi, he brings regional insight, cross-functional communication skills, and a track record of turning regulatory complexity into clear client deliverables.
8 years of coding experience
2 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree, Economics, Bachelor's degree, Economics at Lahore University of Management Sciences
Alevels, Computer Science, 3Bs, Alevels, Computer Science, 3Bs at Roots Millenium College
Masters of Science, Data Science and Analytics, Masters of Science, Data Science and Analytics at University of Leeds
Olevels, Sciences, 1A*, 6As, 1B, Olevels, Sciences, 1A*, 6As, 1B at Bahria College
English, Urdu