Who are we?

Wakam is a European B2B2C insurer that designs white label insurance products for its partners (e-retailers, brokers and fintechs/insurtechs, etc.). Our insurance products are embedded in the products or services offered to the end-customer.

We operate in 32 European countries with the majority of our turnover generated outside France.

We provide most of our products through API, and hosts white label insurance solutions via our Play&Plug technology platform.

Wakam is an European B2B2C insurer that designs white label general insurance (GI) products for its partners (e-retailers, brokers and fintechs/insurtechs, ...). Our insurance solutions are embedded within the products or services offered to the end-customer.

Our culture? Free to impact.

A culture where everything is possible, where all ideas are taken into consideration, where everyone has an impact! Hungry for freedom? Thirsty for autonomy? If you are adventurous, then the Wakam adventure might be made for you!

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Finance Project Manager to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in project management within the finance domain, demonstrating the ability to lead and execute financial projects from initiation to completion

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

The Finance Project Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful implementation of financial initiatives that align with organizational goals.

1. Project Management :

   • Collaborate with key stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
   • Develop comprehensive project plans outlining tasks, timelines, resource requirements, and dependencies.
   • Identify and assess potential risks and issues that may impact project success.
   • Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to address unforeseen challenges.
   • Provide timely updates on project progress, milestones, and financial implications.
   • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, and operations, to ensure seamless project integration.

2. Financial Analysis and Modeling:

   • Conduct financial analyses and modeling to support project feasibility assessments and decision-making.
   • Ensure financial projections align with organizational objectives and are based on sound assumptions.

3. Budget Management:

   • Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
   • Collaborate with finance teams to provide accurate and timely financial reports for project stakeholders.

4. Change Management:

   • Facilitate change management processes related to financial projects.
   • Design new financial processes or systems oriented towards higher efficiency
   • Communicate changes effectively and provide support to teams adapting to new setups.

Profile requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager ideally in the insurance sector for at least 5 years on similar role, with a successful track record of delivering complex financial projects.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams.

Recruitment process :

• Interview with the Lead recruiter - 30 min
• Interview with the Hiring Manager, Head of Program Finance - 1 hour
• Interview with the Head of Accounting - 30 min
• Interview with the VP Finance - 30 min
• HR interview with the Head of Talent - 30 min

Positive energy, agility, and team spirit are essential to support Wakam in its hyper-growth!

You have the Wakam mindset? Join us!

More about us

Our culture? Free to impact. A culture where everything is possible, where all ideas are taken into consideration, where everyone has an impact on the transformation of insurance! Hungry for freedom? Thirsty for autonomy? If you are adventurous and like challenges, then the Wakam adventure might be made for you!

Discover -on our website- who we really are with the 11 cultural markers that so well describe us!

Mindset compatibility with our ‘Free to Impact’ culture:

1. Think big
2. Biased for action
3. Curious and eager to learn
4. Can say no and find solutions
5. Aims for the moon (but please don’t stick on the moon)
6. And above all: have fun working together 🤜🤛 !

• Wakam is not based on a hierarchy but on a methodology where everyone finds his role and knows his objectives.
• With a flat hierarchical system and a highly collaborative operating model, Wakam is an extremely agile and transparent company.
• Every last Friday of the month, it's Free.day at Wakam, a day without meetings to take a step aside and dedicate ourselves to skills sponsorship or other activities (because we are curious, I remind you).
• Full-remote is a reality at Wakam (there is even one Wakamee who works from his sailing boat ⛵)
• Last but not least : we are nice and we have fun! (you'll find out by yourself 😉)

At Wakam, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please feel free to reach out to your recruiter.