Business Development Representative Intern

Akur8 is a fast-growing InsurTech scale-up on a mission to modernize how insurers assess price and manage risk.

Our next-generation SaaS platform combines transparent machine learning predictive analytics and smart product design to turn complex insurance workflows into scalable data-driven systems.

Powered by expert engineering data product and actuarial teams Akur8 enables insurers to model risk up to 10x faster while maintaining transparency explainability and regulatory trust.

As our product suite expands we are building an end-to-end platform supporting pricing reserving and forward-looking risk decisions helping insurers operate efficiently in a complex environment.

Recognized globally Akur8 has been featured in:

• CB Insights Insurtech 50 (2025)

• CNBCs InsurTech Top 150 (2025)

• InsurTech100 Global Insurtech Top 100 (2025)

• Professional Equality Index 97/100 (2025)
  

With 40 nationalities across 8 global offices we serve 320 clients across 4 continents while maintaining a strong engineering and product culture.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives help shape better products and decisions.

As Akur8 continues to grow we are looking for a Business Development Representative Intern to support our Sales team in identifying relevant prospects and creating new conversations with insurance professionals.

You will join an international Sales team focused on growing Akur8s client base through new business account development and long-term relationships. You will work closely with Sales Directors Sales Executives Marketing Sales Operations and our Actuarial experts. This internship will give you practical experience in B2B SaaS sales prospecting and the insurance technology market.

Your mission will include but not be limited to the following:

PROSPECT RESEARCH

Identify insurance companies reinsurers brokers and other relevant organisations that may benefit from Akur8s solutions.

Research target accounts their business priorities and the people involved in pricing reserving actuarial data and innovation projects.

Build and maintain clear account lists to support focused outreach.

OUTBOUND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Write personalised email and LinkedIn messages that speak to each prospects role and business context.

Support outbound calling and follow-up campaigns with guidance from experienced sales colleagues.

Test different messages channels and approaches then share what you learn with the team.

LEAD QUALIFICATION AND HANDOFF

Engage with prospects to understand their current processes challenges priorities and potential timelines.

Qualify early conversations against agreed criteria and identify relevant next steps.

Schedule meetings for Account Executives and prepare clear handover notes so that each conversation starts with useful context.

SALES AND MARKETING COLLABORATION

Work with Marketing on campaigns webinars events and content aimed at insurance professionals.

Share feedback from prospects to help improve messaging and campaign targeting.

Support the Sales team with account mapping event preparation and follow-up activities.

Support the preparation of client-facing slides and materials review documents created by the team and adapt content to address specific client needs.

CRM AND REPORTING

Keep prospect and activity information accurate in the CRM.

Track outreach responses meetings and follow-up actions.

Prepare simple activity reports and contribute ideas to improve the teams day-to-day sales process.

You will be based in Paris and will work primarily from our office. Occasional travel may be required for team meetings events or conferences.

We are looking for someone who is curious about business comfortable speaking with new people and ready to learn through practice.

EDUCATIONAL / PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

You are currently enrolled in a Business School university or equivalent programme and are looking for a full-time 6-month internship with a starting date between October and December.

You are interested in B2B sales technology insurance or a role that combines business conversations with analytical thinking.

You communicate clearly in writing and in conversation and you are comfortable adapting your message to different audiences.

You are organized persistent and able to manage several follow-up tasks without losing track of details.

You take initiative ask thoughtful questions and respond well to feedback.

You enjoy working with colleagues from different countries and functions.

You have strong spoken and written English & French. Additional language is a bonus.

BONUS SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

A first experience in sales business development customer service or another role involving outreach.

Familiarity with a CRM sales engagement platform LinkedIn or other tools used to research and contact prospects.

Previous experience in an international company student association start-up or technology environment.

An interest in the insurance industry and in the way data can support better business decisions.

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

We care about strong teamwork and a positive day-to-day environment. The team regularly connects through optional activities such as team lunches sports karaoke or occasional after-work gatherings.

In addition to this we will provide you with:

• Monthly compensation

• Top-notch laptops & equipments

• Lunch vouchers

Required Experience:

Intern