Akur8 is a young, dynamic, fast growing Insurtech that has been transforming insurance pricing and reserving with transparent Machine Learning since 2016.

Akur8 leverages the power of Transparent Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics to inject game-changing speed, performance and reliability into insurers’ pricing and reserving processes.

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 pricing 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.

Akur8 has already been selected:

• In CB Insights Top 50 World Insurtech Companies 2023
• In Insurtech Global’s Top 100 AIFinTech list 2023
• In Fintech Global’s Top 100 AIFinTech list 2023
• As No.24 in Sønr’s World Top 100 Insurtech Companies 2022
• As 3rd best overall (worldwide) in the CodinGame 2022 Software Engineering Fall Challenge

With 35 nationalities within our team, and offices in Paris, London, New York, Tokyo, Milan, Cologne, Atlanta and Montréal, Akur8's solution is international by design. Servicing more than 250+ clients across 4 continents and targeting all non-life insurance carriers, we focus on more mature markets for faster expansion.

To learn more about Akur8, and what we do, click here.

Akur8 is, in all senses of the term, an equal opportunities employer. Akur8 puts diversity, equality and inclusion at the heart of its values. We examine all applications based on equal skills and applying the principles of non-discrimination.

As Akur8 continues to expand, we’re seeking a dynamic and proactive HR Officer to support our growth and help shape the future of our HR function. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact and be part of building a forward-thinking People team.

You’ll join and be part of a passionate and collaborative People team dedicated to supporting and empowering our employees whilst building an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Reporting directly to our HR Director, you’ll take on a variety of responsibilities aimed at strengthening our People operations and ensuring the team runs smoothly and effectively.

Your Key Responsibilities will Include :

• Recruiting: management of the full recruitment cycle from sourcing, interviewing to closing / final offer; partnering directly with different hiring managers.
• HR operations and legal: handle the preparation, amendment, and distribution of contractual documents to employees whilst ensuring compliance with legal and collective obligations, including labor law, internal agreements, and company policies.
• Global mobility: manage the logistical aspects of employee relocation, including housing and immigration to oversee and facilitate smooth transitions from one location to another.
• Immigration processes: handle visa, work permit applications and renewals. Act as a liaison with our immigration vendors and provide updates to employees and managers.
• Employee support and cross functional collaboration: play a key role in optimizing HR practices to address evolving workforce needs and support change management efforts to anticipate future HR needs.
• Employer branding: enhance the Akur8 career page and our Welcome to the Jungle page. Participate in job fairs with a strong employer branding presence.
• Health and safety: ensure compliance with local health and safety regulations, conducting regular checks, and coordinating any necessary training or emergency drills.

You will be based in our Paris office.

Requirements

We're looking for an analytical and synthetic mindset, and :

• Master’s degree in Human Resources or another field with a specialization in HR;

• Prior experience of 3+ years on a HR Generalist role; a focus on global mobility or talent acquisition is a plus;
• Skills in handling a high volume of employee-related matters with precision, ensuring timely responses, thorough documentation, and procedural consistency;
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to effectively prioritize tasks, ensuring efficiency and responsiveness in a fast-paced, high-demanding environment;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English to build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders;
• Ability to quickly adjust to evolving HR needs while remaining agile in prioritizing responsibilities;
• Fluency in both French and English is required; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

FOR FRANCE

Important: You must possess an employment status: French or Schengen area nationality or a ‘carte de séjour’ that will allow you to work from our Paris office. We are equally open to the visa sponsorship of non-EU candidates as long as they are already in possession of their final diploma / attestation of their final academic results.

Benefits

As a newcomer, you'll be joining a diverse, highly skilled and motivated team, with a strong Tech DNA, colleagues that are eager to share their knowledge and passion.

But it’s not all work, you’ll also be part of a dynamic team that enjoys spending time together and having fun, including karaoke, team lunches, playing sports as well as the occasional ‘happy hour’.

In addition to this, we will provide you with :

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• 25 days of paid holidays + RTT
• Gym membership with Gymlib + corporate sporting activities
• Excellent health insurance (including possibility of family coverage)
• Swile lunch vouchers 
• Public transportation reimbursement + sustainable mobility allowance
• Sponsored crèche access
• Free cafeteria with fresh fruit, drinks and snacks
• Great office in the heart of the 9th arrondissement of Paris