Akur8 is a young, dynamic, fast growing Insurtech startup that is revolutionizing insurance pricing with transparent AI.

Since 2016 our skilled R&D team of Data Scientists, Software Engineers and Actuaries has developed unique AI algorithms that automate the insurance pricing process in an unprecedented way.

Our solution is a SaaS platform which allows insurance companies to model their risks 10 times faster, with a higher predictive power than traditional methods, constituting a major game changer for the insurance industry.

Being international by design, targeting all insurance carriers globally, and focusing on more mature markets for faster expansion, we were selected:

• as France's Best Insurtech 2020
• in CBInsights World's Top 100 Private AI Companies for 2021
• in the Top 25 emerging technologies in Oxbow Partners insurtech impact report

To learn more about Akur8, and what we do, click on this video link.

To meet our team, click on this link.

Akur8 is, in all senses of the term, an equal opportunities employer.

Partnerships are a key part of Akur8's commercial organization. Akur8 partners help drive topline revenue, strengthen brand visibility and increase the value of our solution for our clients through external product integrations.

Building a strong ecosystem of partners is crucial to ensure Akur8 becomes the leading pricing solution for the insurance industry.

Our partners include leading consulting firms, innovative insurance software providers, data providers, and other organizations in the insurance industry.

We are looking for a Global Partnerships Manager, who will be responsible for several key partnerships that are strategic for Akur8 and active at a global level.

You will report directly to Akur8’s Chief Customer Officer and have a crucial role in managing and growing the partnerships that are most strategic for Akur8.

The role will include, but not be limited to, the following responsibilities:

• Develop a strategic vision and plan for our key strategic partners at Akur8
• Coordinate the execution of our global partnerships strategy across Akur8, driving initiatives around joint go-to-markets, marketing initiatives, product integrations, working with stakeholders in the partnerships, sales, marketing and product teams
• Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders within the partner’s organization
• Drive and negotiate complex deals with partners (including international consulting firms and large software providers)
• Think out of the box to suggest innovative initiatives and projects to make sure we are harnessing the full potential of our partnerships

You will be based in Paris, but traveling occasionally for partnership and client events or meetings.

Requirements

We're looking for an experienced professional looking for challenges in a fast moving organization.

In order to be considered for this position you must imperatively respond to the following criteria:

• You have a 4-8 years experience in consulting, project management, or B2B sales
• An experience in technology or insurance is a plus
• You have a sharp business sense, a commercial-oriented mindset
• You think in a structured and analytical way
• You are used to managing multiple projects and workstreams
• You are proactive, eager to learn and action-oriented
• You are highly enthusiastic about technology
• You possess excellent communication skills, whether oral, written, or non-verbal, in English and you know how to make complex things feel simple
• You are fluent in English and have worked in international settings. Fluency in French or other languages is a strong plus.

Benefits

You will join a multicultural, highly skilled and motivated team, with a strong Tech DNA, and a company that strives for excellence with a caring mindset.

In addition to this we provide:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus
• Ongoing training
• 25 days of paid holidays & additional RTT
• Swile lunch vouchers
• Free company shares/equity
• Alan health insurance (including possibility of family coverage)
• Gym membership with Gymlib + On-site gym facilities/sporting events
• Relocation support
• Sponsored crèche access
• Beautiful office in the heart of the 17th arrondissement of Paris, with a great terrace
• Free cafeteria with fresh fruit, drinks and snacks