Ville Jalasto
Actuary – Lumera Norway“There is always something new to learn at Lumera.”
Why did you decide to join Lumera?
I was looking for relevant work after I had finished my master’s degree in data analysis at the University of Oslo. Several of my fellow students who were already employed at Lumera spoke highly of the organization, describing it as an excellent place to start a career as an Actuary. They emphasized the presence of knowledgeable and supportive colleagues, as well as the abundance of learning and developmental opportunities.
Can you describe a typical workday as an Actuary at Lumera?
My workday starts, after delivering my kids to kindergarten, with a 30-minute bike ride to the office which is at the center of Oslo right next to the City Hall. A lot of my work revolves around pension calculation, which means working with our own software and Excel to calculate, control, and test that everything works as it should. In addition, we do quite a bit of consulting and counseling, meaning frequent email correspondence and Teams meetings. The atmosphere at the office is very social and open. We have regular coffee breaks by the coffee machine and an excellent lunch at our canteen.
What do you find most beneficial for your professional growth in this role?
There is always something to learn. For example, gaining a better understanding of pension and life insurance and simplifying the communication of complex technical matters. Or improving my programming skills and contributing to the development of our own software.
How would you describe Lumera as a workplace in just a few words?
Social, fun, and challenging.
What do you do when you are not working?
I spend most of my time taking care of my kids, aged 2 and 4. This often feels like a full-time job. However, on occasion, I'm fortunate to have the opportunity to enjoy a round of golf or do some jogging. We do quite a lot of different family activities, such as attending football matches at Nadderud Stadium to support our team, Stabæk, or embarking on hikes and orienteering adventures in the nearby forests and hills.
