Akur8 is a fast-growing InsurTech scale-up on a mission to redefine insurance pricing and reserving through transparent high-performance modelling technology.
With the launch of Akur8 Life we are bringing that same mission to the Life Insurance market delivering purpose-built solutions for the unique complexity of life health and protection risk.
Our SaaS platform uses transparent machine learning and predictive analytics to improve the speed accuracy and reliability of actuarial pricing and reserving addressing the long-term liability horizons mortality and morbidity modelling challenges and evolving regulatory expectations that define the Life Insurance landscape.
Built by experienced actuarial product and R&D teams Akur8s proprietary algorithms enable insurers to generate insights up to 10x faster than traditional methods while maintaining full explainability and the regulatory confidence that frameworks such as Solvency II and IFRS 17 demand.
As our platform expands into Life Insurance we provide next-generation reserving and pricing capabilities supporting an end-to-end approach to risk assessment across the full product lifecycle from term and whole life to annuities and health covers.
Recognised globally Akur8 has been featured in:
CB Insights Insurtech 50 - Top 50 InsurTech Companies 2025
CNBCs World Top 150 InsurTech Companies
InsurTech100 Global - 100 Most Innovative Insurtech Companies
Professional Equality Index (2025 score of 97/100)
With 40 nationalities across 8 global offices including our headquarters in Paris we serve 320 insurance clients on 4 continents partnering with insurers in mature and highly regulated markets.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity equity and inclusion and we evaluate all candidates fairly based on skills experience and professional merit.
Akur8 is seeking a highly motivated analytical and collaborative Modelling Actuary who - via their technical and entrepreneurial skills will spearhead the expansion of Akur8s Life & Annuity presence in the UK and Europe.
Responsible for designing building and maintaining SLOPE actuarial models and reports tailored to the European market you will run platform demos to prospects as well as providing ongoing training & support to clients.
This role is a great fit for actuaries that are passionate about technology and want to be at the forefront of modernising the actuarial profession in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities include:
Perform the design construction and maintenance of Life models and reports tailored to European markets across a range of Life Annuity and Health products
Support sales team as Subject Matter Expert on actuarial topics related to Slope model design and implementation
Run product demos and pilots for prospective clients to demonstrate the capabilities and value of the SLOPE platform
Act as trusted advisor for onboarding model best practices guidance issue resolution and feedback gathering for new and existing customers
Monitor local regulatory updates& translate to requirements for SLOPE models and reports and highlight market opportunities for Akur8
Fulfill occasional speaking duties at European market focused webcasts and conferences to support marketing efforts
Recommend new platform features for the broader Akur8 Life team to incorporate with the goal of providing a superior customer experience
Assist in other related areas of the business as necessary
Interested applicants must meet each of the following criteria to be considered for this position:
Fully qualified actuary or equivalent with 7 years of relevant actuarial experience across European markets covering IFRS 17 Solvency II and local equivalents across Life Health and Annuity products.
Hands-on experience working with one or more actuarial modelling platforms (Axis ALFA etc.)
Experience in Valuation Product Pricing or Asset/Liability Management work
Strong modelling skillset and interest in technology and tools (e.g. programming AI data visualisation etc.)
Experience in automating processes utilising programming scripts AI etc. is a plus
Able to clearly communicate the expected benefits and values of the software as well as to respond to objections from prospective customers in a sales setting
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly (e.g. new software actuarial concepts etc.)
Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to work in a rapidly growing company
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on a collaborative team
Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
Detail-oriented mindset
Fluent English language skills (both written & spoken)
French OR Spanish language skills (both written & spoken)
Bonus skills (non-essential but nice to have):
Experience building dashboard and reports using business intelligence / data visualisation tools such as Sigma Tableau or Power BI
Familiarity with SQL and database concepts
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:
Competitive salary annual bonus
Hybrid office/home working policy
Private Medical insurance
Pension Plan
Professional Phone subscription
25 days of PTO/year
Public transportation reimbursement (75%)
Gym membership via ClassPass
IT equipment allowance
Professional development & trainings
Team fun: regular company gatherings and team events
As part of our recruitment process we may carry out background checks in line with the applicable laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. These checks may include verification of employment history education and where legally authorized criminal records. Any background checks will be performed lawfully before formal employment contracts are signed with the candidates consent and all information collected will be handled confidentially.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain stages of the recruitment process. These tools are used to support our recruitment team and do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by people. If you would like further information about how your data is processed you can contact us at .
Akur8 is a fast-growing InsurTech scale-up on a mission to redefine insurance pricing and reserving through transparent high-performance modelling technology.With the launch of Akur8 Life we are bringing that same mission to the Life Insurance market delivering purpose-built solutions for the unique...
Akur8 is a fast-growing InsurTech scale-up on a mission to redefine insurance pricing and reserving through transparent high-performance modelling technology.
With the launch of Akur8 Life we are bringing that same mission to the Life Insurance market delivering purpose-built solutions for the unique complexity of life health and protection risk.
Our SaaS platform uses transparent machine learning and predictive analytics to improve the speed accuracy and reliability of actuarial pricing and reserving addressing the long-term liability horizons mortality and morbidity modelling challenges and evolving regulatory expectations that define the Life Insurance landscape.
Built by experienced actuarial product and R&D teams Akur8s proprietary algorithms enable insurers to generate insights up to 10x faster than traditional methods while maintaining full explainability and the regulatory confidence that frameworks such as Solvency II and IFRS 17 demand.
As our platform expands into Life Insurance we provide next-generation reserving and pricing capabilities supporting an end-to-end approach to risk assessment across the full product lifecycle from term and whole life to annuities and health covers.
Recognised globally Akur8 has been featured in:
CB Insights Insurtech 50 - Top 50 InsurTech Companies 2025
CNBCs World Top 150 InsurTech Companies
InsurTech100 Global - 100 Most Innovative Insurtech Companies
Professional Equality Index (2025 score of 97/100)
With 40 nationalities across 8 global offices including our headquarters in Paris we serve 320 insurance clients on 4 continents partnering with insurers in mature and highly regulated markets.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity equity and inclusion and we evaluate all candidates fairly based on skills experience and professional merit.
Akur8 is seeking a highly motivated analytical and collaborative Modelling Actuary who - via their technical and entrepreneurial skills will spearhead the expansion of Akur8s Life & Annuity presence in the UK and Europe.
Responsible for designing building and maintaining SLOPE actuarial models and reports tailored to the European market you will run platform demos to prospects as well as providing ongoing training & support to clients.
This role is a great fit for actuaries that are passionate about technology and want to be at the forefront of modernising the actuarial profession in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities include:
Perform the design construction and maintenance of Life models and reports tailored to European markets across a range of Life Annuity and Health products
Support sales team as Subject Matter Expert on actuarial topics related to Slope model design and implementation
Run product demos and pilots for prospective clients to demonstrate the capabilities and value of the SLOPE platform
Act as trusted advisor for onboarding model best practices guidance issue resolution and feedback gathering for new and existing customers
Monitor local regulatory updates& translate to requirements for SLOPE models and reports and highlight market opportunities for Akur8
Fulfill occasional speaking duties at European market focused webcasts and conferences to support marketing efforts
Recommend new platform features for the broader Akur8 Life team to incorporate with the goal of providing a superior customer experience
Assist in other related areas of the business as necessary
Interested applicants must meet each of the following criteria to be considered for this position:
Fully qualified actuary or equivalent with 7 years of relevant actuarial experience across European markets covering IFRS 17 Solvency II and local equivalents across Life Health and Annuity products.
Hands-on experience working with one or more actuarial modelling platforms (Axis ALFA etc.)
Experience in Valuation Product Pricing or Asset/Liability Management work
Strong modelling skillset and interest in technology and tools (e.g. programming AI data visualisation etc.)
Experience in automating processes utilising programming scripts AI etc. is a plus
Able to clearly communicate the expected benefits and values of the software as well as to respond to objections from prospective customers in a sales setting
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly (e.g. new software actuarial concepts etc.)
Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to work in a rapidly growing company
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work on a collaborative team
Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
Detail-oriented mindset
Fluent English language skills (both written & spoken)
French OR Spanish language skills (both written & spoken)
Bonus skills (non-essential but nice to have):
Experience building dashboard and reports using business intelligence / data visualisation tools such as Sigma Tableau or Power BI
Familiarity with SQL and database concepts
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:
Competitive salary annual bonus
Hybrid office/home working policy
Private Medical insurance
Pension Plan
Professional Phone subscription
25 days of PTO/year
Public transportation reimbursement (75%)
Gym membership via ClassPass
IT equipment allowance
Professional development & trainings
Team fun: regular company gatherings and team events
As part of our recruitment process we may carry out background checks in line with the applicable laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. These checks may include verification of employment history education and where legally authorized criminal records. Any background checks will be performed lawfully before formal employment contracts are signed with the candidates consent and all information collected will be handled confidentially.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain stages of the recruitment process. These tools are used to support our recruitment team and do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by people. If you would like further information about how your data is processed you can contact us at .
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