Becoming a Council member

How do I become a Council member?

Nominations for seats on Council are encouraged from all Associates and Fellows of the IFoA. We have a strong commitment to diversity and being representative of our vibrant global community, and welcome candidates based in any country and from all backgrounds.

As a Council member you will:

• Have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of Council’s vision for the IFoA and the wider actuarial profession, and to the future of Council itself under the reformed governance arrangements that have been implemented.
• Ensure that the IFoA continues to deliver a premium service to our members and a qualification that is valued by employers, educators, and governments world-wide.
• Influence key decisions and expand the actuarial profession, helping us be the voice of actuaries everywhere.
• Benefit from a role that is fulfilling, fascinating, and challenging.
• Contribute your experience, perspective, and knowledge to support others and safeguard the profession.
• Help us work for the public interest, uphold the reputation of the profession as a thought leader, and ‘do good’ on behalf of our members.

This year there are 9 vacancies in the General Constituency and 1 in the Scottish Constituency.

If you are Fellow or Associate of the IFoA and are ready to find out more about the nomination process, you can visit our dedicated nominations website. 

Nominations close on 21 May 2026.

How do I vote in the IFoA elections?

All Fellows, Honorary Fellows, and Associates of the IFoA are eligible to vote in the Council elections in the constituency they are a member of. Voting takes place via a dedicated election website hosted by our election services provider. When it is election time, our provider will email you with the details of how to cast your vote.