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.

The Competitive Intelligence Analyst will play a critical role in building the foundation for this new function in Competitive Intelligence as part of the Product Marketing team at Akur8. You’ll track key competitors and provide detailed analysis and tools that support Akur8’s growth in the global market for pricing and reserving solutions in the insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Competitive Research:
  Research key competitors in the insurance technology space. Proactively monitor and report on significant changes in the competitive landscape that could affect Akur8’s positioning. 
• Analysis:
  Benchmark different competitors against key criteria (both technical and commercial) with the support of tech teams.  

• Reporting and Enablement:
  Create detailed, data-driven competitive intelligence collateral (e.g., battle cards, slides) for internal teams, including Product, Marketing, and Sales. Regularly present findings to the relevant stakeholders to support product and business strategy decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with the Product, Marketing, and Sales teams to gather their needs and insights.  

You will be based in Paris.

Requirements

We're looking for a Competitive Intelligence Analyst for an internship who is eager to learn and work on various subjects in a fast moving organization, possessing the following attributes:

IMPORTANT/ELIMINATORY: You are currently studying for your final year of a Masters Degree (Bac+5) in Business, Economics, Marketing, Data Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) and are looking for a 6-month end of studies internship / "stage de fin d'études" starting from February to July 2025. At the end of the internship, we want to hire the person for a permanent contract.

Experience:
[Prerequisite] At least 3 months of hands-on experience in strategy consulting, competitive intelligence, market research, or a related field. Experience in AI, technology, or insurance space is highly desirable.

Skills:

• Expertise in conducting comprehensive primary and secondary research.

• Strong skills in both quantitative and qualitative analysis (e.g., benchmarking).
• Proven ability to synthesize and transform large volumes of technical and non-technical information into structured, actionable insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey insights to diverse audiences, including both technical and non-technical stakeholders, through various formats (written, verbal, and visual).

Industry Knowledge:
Experience or a keen interest in insurance pricing and reserving, especially on the application of AI / ML.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in English required; knowledge of French or other languages is a strong plus.

Benefits

You'll join a highly skilled and motivated team that is willing to share their knowledge and passion for advanced data science, computer science and actuarial sciences. In addition to this we provide:

• Competitive Compensation
• Top-notch laptops & equipments
• Lunch vouchers
• The realistic possibility of a CDI (we always seek to employ our interns upon completion of their internship)