Join the Collaborative
ACT Collab is built by a growing network of experienced capital actuaries, developers, and product specialists. Together, we’re building modern actuarial tools in Python — and contributors can earn ownership in the business through real work on real projects.
🧠 Learn by Doing
Gain hands-on experience with modern Python tools and actuarial models by working alongside expert contributors on live projects.
🌱 Flexible, Low Commitment
Contribute around your schedule — between contracts, during downtime, and at your own pace. There’s no minimum commitment but the more you do the more you will gain.
📈 Access Real Client Projects
Get involved in implementation and support work with insurers exploring Python-based capital modelling — a growing area of demand.
🌐 Community & Connections
Join a friendly, professional network of actuaries and developers. Make new connections, and feel part of a community.
💰 Earn Ownership
Our contributors can earn growth shares in the business as a reward for contributions so you can own a piece of the products you are building.
Perfect for Actuaries at Any Stage of their Career
Whether you're a seasoned actuary looking to improve your technology skills, or a recent graduate wanting to gain more actuarial model building experience, or a developer interested in the actuarial domain, there's a place for you in our collaborative.
Benefits of Joining the Act Collab Network
All contributors can benefit from joining the Act Collab community — whether it’s gaining access to interesting client opportunities, developing new coding skills, contributing to exciting new products, or simply being part of a collaborative and supportive network.
Contributors who build up a certain number of points through their contributions also become eligible for annual growth share allocations and dividend rights. The system is transparent, consistent, and based solely on contribution — everyone earns under the same rules.
| Benefit | Included |
|---|---|
| Access to development repositories | ✓ |
| Use products in your own projects | ✓ |
| Sales commission opportunities | ✓ |
| Exclusive networking events | ✓ |
| Training and mentorship | ✓ |
| Opportunity to shape product strategy | ✓ |
| Points toward growth shares | ✓ |
| Additional benefits after reaching points threshold | |
| Eligibility for Growth Share scheme | ✓ |
| Annual Growth Share allocations | ✓ |
| Dividend distributions | ✓ |
How the Points System Works
Contributors can earn points for various activities that add value to the collaborative:
- Code Contributions: Pull requests, bug fixes, feature development
- Documentation: Writing guides, tutorials, and technical documentation
- Testing & Quality Assurance: Model validation, code review, testing
- Business Development: Successful referrals, client introductions, sales support, marketing
- Community Building: Mentoring new contributors, organizing events, thought leadership
- Domain Expertise: Actuarial guidance, regulatory insight, business requirements
For contributors who qualify for the growth share scheme, points are converted annually into Growth Shares — giving them a stake in the company’s future growth.
What our Contributors say
Our contributors come from diverse backgrounds and have different goals and ways of working with the ACT Collab community. Here's what they have to say:
Interested in Becoming a Contributor?
Whether you're an experienced actuary looking to expand into technology, a developer interested in the insurance domain, or anywhere in between, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Look For
- Genuine Interest: Passion for improving actuarial technology and methodology
- Collaborative Mindset: Willingness to work openly and share knowledge with the community
- Quality Focus: Commitment to delivering high-quality work that clients can rely on and high personal standards
- Growth Orientation: Desire to learn new skills and take on increasing responsibilities
- Professional Standards: High ethical standards appropriate for working with financial services clients
We Value Diversity
We welcome contributors from all backgrounds, experience levels, and career stages. Our strength comes from diverse perspectives and experiences working together toward common goals.