Hey there! We're AKKO - a
venture funded & fast-growing insurtech company with a passionate, solution-forward, and collaborative team focused on disrupting the device protection space.Our mission is simple - Leveraging technology to make protecting people's tech easier and more affordable. Most people's lives have become tech-centric and AKKO provides customers with peace of mind that their tech is safe guarded in a transparent and seamless way. Backed by amazing investors such as Mundi, Fika, and Pear, we are just getting started!
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Pricing and Underwriting Operations Specialist to manage all aspects related to insurance, actuarial and underwriting operations. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in insurance, a passion for analytics, and a desire to grow into a Director role over time.THE DAY-TO-DAY- Oversee and manage all pricing and underwriting operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and refine pricing models, underwriting guidelines, and risk assessments.
- Coordinate with underwriting partners around data organization and alignment.
- Analyze underwriting data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.
- Work closely with the finance team to ensure alignment of pricing strategies with financial goals and objectives.
- Develop and implement processes and systems to streamline underwriting and pricing operations.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to drive overall business growth and efficiency.
- Prepare and present reports and analysis to senior management and other stakeholders.
WHAT MAKES YOU QUALIFIED- 3-5+ years of experience working in underwriting operations, insurance, pricing, underwriting, or actuarial roles within the insurance industry, preferably within a startup environment
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Experience in data modeling/analysis with tools like Looker and PowerBI and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, statistical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong knowledge around insurance principles, practices, and regulations.
- Proficiency in analytical tools and software.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and contribute to a positive and collaborative culture.
- Proactive and solution-forward, bias for action.
- Ability to drive forward work independently while communicating and working across functions.
The base salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $110,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE- Unlimited vacation
- Paid sick time
- Competitive health benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance
- Robust 401k program - to invest in your future
- Monthly wellness stipend (e.g., gym yoga, meditation, etc..) - we value your well-being
- Monthly treat yourself stipend - dinner on us!
- Remote workspace stipend - Work from home or from a shared workspace - you decide.
- Paid volunteer time - giving back to our community is important to us!
- Annual learning credit -explore personal interests that excite you.
- ...and so much more!
WHAT ELSE ARE WE LOOKING FOR?Our team is fostered around our core values:
- Collaborate- Work together to be more effective, lift up others, and win together
- Aim High- Set ambitious goals
- Embrace Diversity- Seek different perspectives, bring our true self to work
- Customer Love- Serve the end user and listen to them
- Nurture Empathy- Listen and strive to truly understand others
- Take Action- Be proactive, be an owner, value speed
- Maintain Integrity- Build the AKKO you are proud to work at
- Data Driven- Use data to iterate, find truth
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