Life at LCP: Insights from a Committee Member of LCP’s Multicultural Network

One of the reasons I was drawn to actuarial consulting was the variety. I enjoy the combination of technical problem-solving and working with people. Whether I'm analysing data, presenting findings or collaborating with different stakeholders, every day brings something different.

Before joining LCP, I was heavily involved in East African Model United Nations conferences, eventually becoming Deputy Secretary-General and helping to deliver conferences hosted at the United Nations headquarters in Nairobi. Those experiences developed my communication, leadership and collaboration skills, and reinforced my interest in a career that combines analytical thinking with working closely with people.

The biggest surprise for me when I joined LCP was how genuinely friendly and supportive everyone is.

As a graduate, you're constantly learning and asking questions, so I expected people to be busy and focused on their own work. Instead, I've consistently found colleagues willing to take time out of their day to help, whether that's answering a technical question, reviewing work or sharing career advice.

What stands out most is how invested LCP is in its people. There is a real focus on helping employees enjoy their work, develop professionally and maintain a healthy work-life balance. That support has been invaluable whilst balancing actuarial exams alongside client work.

I am a committee member of LCP's Multicultural Network and joined during my first year at the firm.

Growing up in Kenya as part of the Indian community taught me that identity is rarely one-dimensional. Being part of multiple cultures gave me an appreciation for different perspectives and experiences, and that’s one of the reasons I was keen to get involved in the Multicultural Network when I joined LCP.

I wanted to help create opportunities for colleagues to share their stories, learn from one another and build meaningful connections across the business.

The Network is a fantastic way to celebrate the different cultures, backgrounds and experiences that make up LCP, while helping colleagues build connections beyond their day-to-day teams.

One of the projects I am most proud of has been helping bring the LCP Cookbook to life.

On the surface, it was a collection of recipes. In reality, it became a collection of stories.

Colleagues from across the firm shared recipes that were important to them and their families, alongside stories about childhood memories, family traditions and cultural heritage. It sparked conversations across the business and helped people learn more about each other's backgrounds in a really personal way. The project also raised money for Action Against Hunger, making it even more meaningful.

Another highlight was helping organise our South Asian Heritage Month panel discussion. We brought together senior colleagues and partners from across the business to share their experiences of culture, identity and building a career in the UK.

What made the event impactful was the honesty of the conversation. It created space for meaningful discussions around identity, representation and belonging, and allowed colleagues to learn from experiences that may have been very different from their own.

Through my experiences both inside and outside of work, I’ve seen how much we can learn from people with different backgrounds and perspectives. Multicultural representation helps create an environment where people feel seen, valued and comfortable being themselves.

For me, that's what the Multicultural Network is all about: creating opportunities for people to listen, learn and connect. Those conversations help build stronger relationships and foster a culture where everyone feels they belong.

My biggest piece of advice would be to stay curious and be willing to learn.

You don't need to know everything before joining LCP. Much of the technical knowledge can be learnt on the job, but having a genuine desire to learn, ask questions and challenge yourself will take you a long way.

I'd also encourage applicants to research the pensions industry, particularly defined benefit pensions, so they have a good understanding of the work actuaries do.

Finally, remember that actuarial consulting is about much more than numbers. Strong communication skills, collaboration and the ability to build relationships are just as important as technical ability.