Mr Bell has held a number of management and public advocacy roles at the Australian Bankers' Association, Westpac, NRMA and Telstra.
Actuaries Institute president John Newman said Mr Bell joins the institute at a time when Australia is facing uncertainty in terms of the financial implications of improved longevity and an ageing population.
“The actuarial profession has a significant contribution to make wherever there is uncertainty of future financial outcomes,” Mr Newman said.
Mr Bell said he aimed to serve members by ensuring the expertise of actuaries is brought to bear wherever there is a need and opportunity.
“The Actuaries Institute is already doing a great job representing its members’ interests, and Australians continue to see the unique role that actuaries play in corporate life, as well as across society,” he said.
He added it was important the institute’s voice continues to be heard in the future on critical government issues such as the recently announced Financial Services Inquiry and the National Commission of Audit.
Mr Bell considers raising the profile and influence of actuaries, providing services and professional development and overseeing actuarial education as other key roles of the institute.
