Shingirai Mhike

• Strong technical knowledge in areas such as pensions, investments and IHT planning, gained through coursework and experience in financial analysis and modeling. - Experience using back-office systems such as X-Plan or similar, FE Analytics, Cashcalc, and provider platforms. - Skilled in report writing, shadowing, and participation in review meetings. - Relevant examinations in sales and financial services admin.

Trainee IFA/Trainee Paraplanner Old Mutual Zimbabwe– Harare, Zimbabwe, August 2021 to August 2022 - Conducting research and analysis on industry trends, investment opportunities, and client needs to inform financial planning and investment recommendations.

• Preparing financial reports, investment proposals, and presentations for clients and senior management.
• Assisting senior advisors in client meetings, preparing documentation, and following up on action items.
• Maintaining client records and updating financial plans as needed.
• Conducted data analysis using Excel, SAS, Python, R, and Matlab to support actuarial calculations and modeling.
• Assisted in the preparation and review of actuarial reports, including financial projections, premium pricing, and reserving.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including underwriting, finance, and marketing, to support business goals and objectives.
• Assisted in the preparation of presentations and reports for senior management and other stakeholders.

Education --------------------------------------------------------------------- - Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, University of Zimbabwe – Harare, Zimbabwe, August 2019 to June 2023, 2.1-degree class - Advanced Level in Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Statistics-(3As+B), 19 points, St Faith's High School – Rusape, Zimbabwe, March 2017 to November 2018 - Ordinary Level in Ordinary Level Subjects-(10As+2Bs+2Cs), St Faith's High School – Rusape, Zimbabwe, January 2013 to November 2016