[Hiring] Actuarial Data Scientist / Pricing Actuary @Wakam

Role Description

Wakam is seeking an Actuarial Data Scientist / Pricing Actuary to join our Advanced Pricing Analytics team. This role sits at the intersection of actuarial pricing and advanced analytics, helping us push the boundaries of technical pricing with AI, machine learning, and automation.

You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams (Underwriting, Data, Product) and have a direct impact on how we price risk, improve portfolio profitability, and innovate across product lines.

Your Mission

• Design, build, and maintain pricing and risk models for a wide range of P&C insurance products.
• Apply machine learning and AI algorithms to enhance pricing accuracy and risk segmentation.
• Lead forecasting initiatives and align insights with broader strategic and financial planning.
• Evaluate Wakam’s aggregate risk exposure to identify potential risk accumulation (e.g. by peril, region, or insured value) and ensure alignment with internal limits and reinsurance treaties.
• Track and analyze exposure levels across portfolios, focusing on sum insured, policy limits, and risk accumulation across geographical areas, product lines, and coverages.
• Automate and optimise the model development lifecycle.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and contribute to model governance best practices.
• Mentor junior team members and foster a high-performance analytics culture.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Actuarial Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a similar quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience in pricing roles within the insurance industry (P&C preferred).
• Strong background in machine learning, statistical modelling, and pricing algorithms.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python, R, and SQL.
• Familiarity with AKUR8 or other pricing automation platforms is a strong plus.
• Knowledge of model governance, back-testing, and actuarial compliance standards.
• Ability to embed models into business workflows and live operational systems.
• Strong grasp of insurance economics and how pricing impacts profitability.

Requirements

• Naturally curious and analytical — you love turning complex data into actionable insights.
• You take full ownership of your projects, from ideation to implementation.
• You’re a clear communicator, able to simplify technical concepts for all stakeholders.
• You thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• You’re motivated to share your knowledge and mentor others.
• You’re flexible and adapt well to a fast-paced, agile environment.
• You are fluent in English; French is a plus or you’re open to learning.

Benefits

• Shape the future of pricing innovation, combining actuarial science with AI.
• Work in a tech-first, transparent, and purpose-driven environment.
• Collaborate with an international team building pan-European insurance products.
• Enjoy flexibility, trust, and room for growth in a high-impact role.
• Join one of Europe’s most agile and ambitious digital insurers.

Hiring Process

• Interview with HR and Head of Advanced Analytics.
• Case Study with Head Of Actuarial Operations and Head of Advanced Analytics.
• Team/Culture interview with our Pricing Actuary.
• Chief interview with our Chief Underwriting EU.

What Makes Us Unique

• True remote work flexibility with our Wakam From Anywhere (WFA) program.
• Flat hierarchical system promoting direct impact and autonomy.
• Monthly Free.day: dedicated time for personal growth and skills development.
• Lunch voucher with Swile card.
• A meaningful company: we became a Mission-driven company in March 2021.
• Work alongside passionate experts who will share their knowledge and help you develop and grow in your career.