ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING
Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence. After 6 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT. After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities.
ABOUT YOUR ROLE As part of our strong growth, we are looking for a Product Manager to reinforce the R&D team aiming at starting with our Cyber product and to be replicated on specific other products already launched by Descartes.
Your key missions will include : Contribute to the product innovation roadmap in partnership with all stakeholders (strategy, sales, underwriting, modelling, legal, …); Maintain, adapt and improve current product offerings in close cooperation with internal stakeholders (modellers, underwriters, business developers, ...); Conduct in-depth analysis of market environments (market cycles, wordings, competition, suppliers, technological enablers, operations, ...); Work with the modelling team and act to facilitate the development of new products for cyber and Property Damage/Business Interruption risks (from ideation to commercialization), including in the management of our business and contractual relationship with data providers; Contribute to the commercial success of new products through the development of partnerships, preparation of commercial & marketing materials, ... ; Prepare reporting and interactions with senior management; Assist in miscellaneous tasks as requested by your manager; Take on responsibilities as both you and the company develop.
ABOUT YOU
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 0 - 2 years of experience within fast-paced environments (strategy consulting, start-up, banking / M&A, ...); Graduated from a Tier-1 Business or Engineering school.
SKILLS Eye for quality, autonomous and attention to detail; Excellent communication (written and verbal); Professional English (written and verbal); Proficiency in MS office (Powerpoint, Excel).
MINDSET Strong team spirit and ability to work under pressure; Entrepreneurial mindset, with an interest for innovation, technological trends and real-world applications; Eagerness to solve complex problems and technical challenges; Rigorous, creative and meticulous mind; Strong desire to learn and acquire responsibility; Results oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment.
WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ? Opportunity to work and learn with top data scientists from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.); Work in a collaborative & professional environment; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity; You can benefit from a punctual home office days.
At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences. With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities.
ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence. After 6 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT. After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities. ABOUT YOUR ROLE As part of our strong growth, we are looking for a Product Manager to reinforce the R&D team aiming at starting with our Cyber product and to be replicated on specific other products already launched by Descartes. Your key missions will include : Contribute to the product innovation roadmap in partnership with all stakeholders (strategy, sales, underwriting, modelling, legal, …); Maintain, adapt and improve current product offerings in close cooperation with internal stakeholders (modellers, underwriters, business developers, ...); Conduct in-depth analysis of market environments (market cycles, wordings, competition, suppliers, technological enablers, operations, ...); Work with the modelling team and act to facilitate the development of new products for cyber and Property Damage/Business Interruption risks (from ideation to commercialization), including in the management of our business and contractual relationship with data providers; Contribute to the commercial success of new products through the development of partnerships, preparation of commercial & marketing materials, ... ; Prepare reporting and interactions with senior management; Assist in miscellaneous tasks as requested by your manager; Take on responsibilities as both you and the company develop. ABOUT YOU EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 0 - 2 years of experience within fast-paced environments (strategy consulting, start-up, banking / M&A, ...); Graduated from a Tier-1 Business or Engineering school. SKILLS Eye for quality, autonomous and attention to detail; Excellent communication (written and verbal); Professional English (written and verbal); Proficiency in MS office (Powerpoint, Excel). MINDSET Strong team spirit and ability to work under pressure; Entrepreneurial mindset, with an interest for innovation, technological trends and real-world applications; Eagerness to solve complex problems and technical challenges; Rigorous, creative and meticulous mind; Strong desire to learn and acquire responsibility; Results oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment. WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ? Opportunity to work and learn with top data scientists from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.); Work in a collaborative & professional environment; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity; You can benefit from a punctual home office days. At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences. With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities.
ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence. After 7 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT. After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities. ABOUT YOUR ROLE Descartes Underwriting is seeking an Operations Project Leader to join our Operations Team. You will report to the Head of Operations, and you will be a key contributor of the deployment of Operations team’s projects. Our Operations Team underpins every aspect of Descartes Underwriting and Descartes Insurance activity, ensuring that our business processes run smoothly and efficiently from lead generation all the way to accounting flows and claims payments. In an environment where the Salesforce platform plays a critical role in our daily operations, the Operations Project Team implements, maintains and runs business tools that help our business logic. Joining us means getting hands-on experience with impactful projects, collaborating across departments and countries, gaining in-depth understanding of complex insurance proceedings, and being part of a team that’s always looking for ways to improve and innovate while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and a positive experience for policyholders. You will be in close and effective cooperation with all business units and play a vital role in the following activities: Team Leadership and Development Lead, mentor, and empower the Operations Project team : Proactively develop the skills and expertise of team members to enhance their performance and career growth, notably in project management and deployment of best practices; Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team, proactively identifying opportunities for process optimization and innovation within the Operating Platform in collaboration with other departments to improve the overall efficiency of the company. Strategic Planning and Roadmap Develop a deep understanding of our users' needs by engaging regularly with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Marketing, CIO office and Business Development teams, to improve process and workflow integrations, specifically in operations solutions; Contribute actively to defining the strategic direction of the Operating Platform, maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the interconnections between various tools in close collaboration with the Product team; Define and maintain the team's roadmap, effectively managing priorities to align with business objectives, encompassing both project initiatives and ongoing operational tasks (run) in close collaboration with the Product team. Stakeholder Management and Communication Ensure seamless and proactive communication with both internal users and the technical development team (DSD); Coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful outcomes; Ensure clear and consistent communication of the team's progress, both internally within the team and externally to relevant stakeholders. Project Execution and Guidance Provide guidance and oversight for the planning, execution, and monitoring of all projects within your team's scope; Champion the delivery of high-quality projects within agreed scope, ensuring alignment with business goals; Ensure adherence to data governance policies and promote data quality standards within operational projects; Build and manage a pool of external consultants, ensuring their effective integration to provide flexibility and specialized expertise as needed. ABOUT YOU EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Completed a master’s degree from a leading Engineering school or Business school with a specialization in Data Analytics or/and Engineering sciences or/and Risk management or/and operations; 5-10+ years’ experience in a similar position (technology or IT environment) or in a consulting position in a fast-paced environment; Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders and fostering alignment; Previous experience in insurance is valued but not mandatory. SKILLS Good interpersonal skills & ability to work with different profiles; Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and compelling manner; Curiosity & basic understanding of the best practices and technical landscape of the development software lifecycle; Familiarity with project management methodologies and technology development processes; Fluency in French and English. MINDSET Opportunity to work and learn with teams from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.) ; Work in a collaborative & professional environment ; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity ; Join a company with a true purpose – help us help our clients be more resilient towards climate risks; A competitive salary, bonus and benefits; You can benefit from a punctual home office days. WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ? Opportunity to work and learn with top data scientists from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.); Work in a collaborative & professional environment; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity; You can benefit from a punctual home office days. At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences. With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Step 1: HR Interview with our Talent Recruiter Step 2: In person technical project and case study Step 3: In person team interview to meet our team and discover our offices
ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence. After 7 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT. After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities. ABOUT YOUR ROLE Descartes Underwriting is seeking an Operations Project Analyst to join our Operations Team . Our Operations Team underpins every aspect of Descartes Underwriting and Descartes Insurance activity, ensuring that our business processes run smoothly and efficiently from lead generation all the way to accounting flows and claims payments. In an environment where the Salesforce platform plays a critical role in our daily operations, the Operations Project Team implements, maintains and runs business tools that help our business logic. Joining us means getting hands-on experience with impactful projects, collaborating across departments and countries, gaining in-depth understanding of complex insurance proceedings, and being part of a team that’s always looking for ways to improve and innovate while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and a positive experience for policyholders. You will be in close and effective cooperation with all business units and play a vital role in the following activities: Project Support Assist in the execution, and monitoring of projects related to the Operating platform (mostly related to Salesforce projects and the other tools supported by the Operations Project Team); Contribute to the evolution, configuration and customization of Salesforce and other tools related to Salesforce to adjust our growing business. For instance, run the necessary configurations in order to book a new product; Craft new flows and implement work flows to support Salesforce users and automate their work. For instance, provide a workflow on Salesforce to help our Claims team to book claims; Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and the deployment of new Salesforce features and functionalities, support the technical development team (DSD) to create automated UAT; Provide initial user support to all Salesforce users (Sales, Ops, Finance, CIO office, DSD, ...) to make them autonomous on their Salesforce task; Contribute to the creation of training materials, to support the deployment of solutions in our teams across the world and to ensure a deep understanding of Salesforce functionality and best practices. Development and data model Adhere to development, deployment and maintenance best practices; With other development teams within Descartes, contribute and comment design document before starting project impacting data model or API; Support the development of data quality monitoring and improvement initiatives. Data Analysis and Reporting Develop and maintain reports and dashboards in Salesforce and potentially other BI tools to provide stakeholders with key operational metrics that drive informed decision-making and improved efficiency; Create data visualizations using tools like BI, or Salesforce reports. Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all platforms in collaboration with other data stakeholders through a robust internal control framework. Documentation Create and maintain clear and concise technical tools documentation Your missions will evolve in the future as Descartes is growing fast and many exciting projects are waiting for you. ABOUT YOU EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Graduated from a Business or Engineering school; Experience with Salesforce reporting and dashboards. SKILLS In depth understanding of Salesforce data structures and objects (e.g., Accounts, Opportunities, Leads, Contacts) and Custom objects; Very good knowledge of implementation and maintenance system customizations, including page layouts, lighting record page, workflow rules, validation rules, and flows; SQL mastery; Knowledge of deployment best practices (for instance as development - stagging - production environments , bugfix process , etc.) Familiarity with Salesforce APIs, Apex and tools to bulk import or export data (e.g. data loader, Salesforce inspector) is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent communication (written, spoken); Professional English (written, spoken); Excellent communication and collaboration skills. MINDSET Curiosity, and eagerness to learn more about the insurance industry; Results oriented, high energy, with the ability to work in a dynamic and multi-cultural environment; Excellent team player with an entrepreneurial mindset and value of diversity; Strong desire to learn and commitment to the organization’s mission. WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ? Opportunity to work and learn with teams from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.); Work in a collaborative & professional environment; Be part of a dynamic international team, passionate about diversity; Join a company with a true purpose – help us help our clients be more resilient towards climate risks; A competitive salary, bonus and benefits; You can benefit from punctual home office days. At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish the value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences. With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Step 1: HR Interview with our Talent Recruiter Step 2: In person technical project and case study Step 3: In person team interview to meet the team and discover our offices
ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence. After 6 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT. After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities. ABOUT YOUR ROLE As part of our strong growth, we are looking for a Product Manager to reinforce the R&D team aiming at starting with our Cyber product and to be replicated on specific other products already launched by Descartes. Your key missions will include : Contribute to the product innovation roadmap in partnership with all stakeholders (strategy, sales, underwriting, modelling, legal, …); Maintain, adapt and improve current product offerings in close cooperation with internal stakeholders (modellers, underwriters, business developers, ...); Conduct in-depth analysis of market environments (market cycles, wordings, competition, suppliers, technological enablers, operations, ...); Work with the modelling team and act to facilitate the development of new products for cyber and Property Damage/Business Interruption risks (from ideation to commercialization), including in the management of our business and contractual relationship with data providers; Contribute to the commercial success of new products through the development of partnerships, preparation of commercial & marketing materials, ... ; Prepare reporting and interactions with senior management; Assist in miscellaneous tasks as requested by your manager; Take on responsibilities as both you and the company develop. ABOUT YOU EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 0 - 2 years of experience within fast-paced environments (strategy consulting, start-up, banking / M&A, ...); Graduated from a Tier-1 Business or Engineering school. SKILLS Eye for quality, autonomous and attention to detail; Excellent communication (written and verbal); Professional English (written and verbal); Proficiency in MS office (Powerpoint, Excel). MINDSET Strong team spirit and ability to work under pressure; Entrepreneurial mindset, with an interest for innovation, technological trends and real-world applications; Eagerness to solve complex problems and technical challenges; Rigorous, creative and meticulous mind; Strong desire to learn and acquire responsibility; Results oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment. WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ? Opportunity to work and learn with top data scientists from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.); Work in a collaborative & professional environment; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity; You can benefit from a punctual home office days. At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences. With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities.
ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence. After 7 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT. After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities. ABOUT YOUR ROLE Descartes Underwriting is seeking an Operations Project Leader to join our Operations Team. You will report to the Head of Operations, and you will be a key contributor of the deployment of Operations team’s projects. Our Operations Team underpins every aspect of Descartes Underwriting and Descartes Insurance activity, ensuring that our business processes run smoothly and efficiently from lead generation all the way to accounting flows and claims payments. In an environment where the Salesforce platform plays a critical role in our daily operations, the Operations Project Team implements, maintains and runs business tools that help our business logic. Joining us means getting hands-on experience with impactful projects, collaborating across departments and countries, gaining in-depth understanding of complex insurance proceedings, and being part of a team that’s always looking for ways to improve and innovate while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and a positive experience for policyholders. You will be in close and effective cooperation with all business units and play a vital role in the following activities: Team Leadership and Development Lead, mentor, and empower the Operations Project team : Proactively develop the skills and expertise of team members to enhance their performance and career growth, notably in project management and deployment of best practices; Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team, proactively identifying opportunities for process optimization and innovation within the Operating Platform in collaboration with other departments to improve the overall efficiency of the company. Strategic Planning and Roadmap Develop a deep understanding of our users' needs by engaging regularly with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, Marketing, CIO office and Business Development teams, to improve process and workflow integrations, specifically in operations solutions; Contribute actively to defining the strategic direction of the Operating Platform, maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the interconnections between various tools in close collaboration with the Product team; Define and maintain the team's roadmap, effectively managing priorities to align with business objectives, encompassing both project initiatives and ongoing operational tasks (run) in close collaboration with the Product team. Stakeholder Management and Communication Ensure seamless and proactive communication with both internal users and the technical development team (DSD); Coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure project alignment and successful outcomes; Ensure clear and consistent communication of the team's progress, both internally within the team and externally to relevant stakeholders. Project Execution and Guidance Provide guidance and oversight for the planning, execution, and monitoring of all projects within your team's scope; Champion the delivery of high-quality projects within agreed scope, ensuring alignment with business goals; Ensure adherence to data governance policies and promote data quality standards within operational projects; Build and manage a pool of external consultants, ensuring their effective integration to provide flexibility and specialized expertise as needed. ABOUT YOU EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Completed a master’s degree from a leading Engineering school or Business school with a specialization in Data Analytics or/and Engineering sciences or/and Risk management or/and operations; 5-10+ years’ experience in a similar position (technology or IT environment) or in a consulting position in a fast-paced environment; Experience managing projects with multiple stakeholders and fostering alignment; Previous experience in insurance is valued but not mandatory. SKILLS Good interpersonal skills & ability to work with different profiles; Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and compelling manner; Curiosity & basic understanding of the best practices and technical landscape of the development software lifecycle; Familiarity with project management methodologies and technology development processes; Fluency in French and English. MINDSET Opportunity to work and learn with teams from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.) ; Work in a collaborative & professional environment ; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity ; Join a company with a true purpose – help us help our clients be more resilient towards climate risks; A competitive salary, bonus and benefits; You can benefit from a punctual home office days. WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ? Opportunity to work and learn with top data scientists from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence; Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.); Work in a collaborative & professional environment; Be part of an international team, passionate about diversity; You can benefit from a punctual home office days. At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences. With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Step 1: HR Interview with our Talent Recruiter Step 2: In person technical project and case study Step 3: In person team interview to meet our team and discover our offices
ABOUT DESCARTES UNDERWRITING Descartes was born out of the conviction that the ever-increasing complexity of risks faced by corporations, governments and vulnerable communities calls for a renewed approach in insurance. Our team brings together industry veterans from the most renowned institutions (AXA, SCOR, Swiss Re, Marsh, Aon, ...) and scientists on top of their field to bring underwriting excellence.
After 7 years of existence, Descartes has secured a leading position in parametric insurance for weather and climate-related risks utilizing machine learning, real-time monitoring from satellite imagery & IoT.
After a successful Series B raise of $120M USD, we launched Descartes Insurance, a 'full stack' insurer licensed to underwrite risk by the French regulator ACPR. With a growing corporate client base (400+ and counting), our diverse team is headquartered in Paris and operates out of our 18 global offices in North America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Descartes is trusted by a panel of A-rated (re)insurers to carry out its activities.
ABOUT YOUR ROLE
Descartes Underwriting is seeking an Operations Project Analyst to join our Operations Team .
Our Operations Team underpins every aspect of Descartes Underwriting and Descartes Insurance activity, ensuring that our business processes run smoothly and efficiently from lead generation all the way to accounting flows and claims payments. In an environment where the Salesforce platform plays a critical role in our daily operations, the Operations Project Team implements, maintains and runs business tools that help our business logic.
Joining us means getting hands-on experience with impactful projects, collaborating across departments and countries, gaining in-depth understanding of complex insurance proceedings, and being part of a team that’s always looking for ways to improve and innovate while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and a positive experience for policyholders.
You will be in close and effective cooperation with all business units and play a vital role in the following activities:
Project Support
Assist in the execution, and monitoring of projects related to the Operating platform (mostly related to Salesforce projects and the other tools supported by the Operations Project Team);
Contribute to the evolution, configuration and customization of Salesforce and other tools related to Salesforce to adjust our growing business. For instance, run the necessary configurations in order to book a new product;
Craft new flows and implement work flows to support Salesforce users and automate their work. For instance, provide a workflow on Salesforce to help our Claims team to book claims;
Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and the deployment of new Salesforce features and functionalities, support the technical development team (DSD) to create automated UAT;
Provide initial user support to all Salesforce users (Sales, Ops, Finance, CIO office, DSD, ...) to make them autonomous on their Salesforce task;
Contribute to the creation of training materials, to support the deployment of solutions in our teams across the world and to ensure a deep understanding of Salesforce functionality and best practices.
Development and data model
Adhere to development, deployment and maintenance best practices;
With other development teams within Descartes, contribute and comment design document before starting project impacting data model or API;
Support the development of data quality monitoring and improvement initiatives.
Data Analysis and Reporting
Develop and maintain reports and dashboards in Salesforce and potentially other BI tools to provide stakeholders with key operational metrics that drive informed decision-making and improved efficiency;
Create data visualizations using tools like BI, or Salesforce reports.
Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all platforms in collaboration with other data stakeholders through a robust internal control framework.
Documentation
~ Create and maintain clear and concise technical tools documentation
Your missions will evolve in the future as Descartes is growing fast and many exciting projects are waiting for you.
ABOUT YOU
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Graduated from a Business or Engineering school;
Experience with Salesforce reporting and dashboards.
SKILLS
In depth understanding of Salesforce data structures and objects (e.g., Accounts, Opportunities, Leads, Contacts) and Custom objects;
Very good knowledge of implementation and maintenance system customizations, including page layouts, lighting record page, workflow rules, validation rules, and flows;
SQL mastery;
Knowledge of deployment best practices (for instance as development - stagging - production environments , bugfix process , etc.)
Familiarity with Salesforce APIs, Apex and tools to bulk import or export data (e.g. data loader, Salesforce inspector) is a plus.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Excellent communication (written, spoken);
Professional English (written, spoken);
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
MINDSET
Curiosity, and eagerness to learn more about the insurance industry;
Results oriented, high energy, with the ability to work in a dynamic and multi-cultural environment;
Excellent team player with an entrepreneurial mindset and value of diversity;
Strong desire to learn and commitment to the organization’s mission.
WHY JOIN DESCARTES UNDERWRITING ?
Opportunity to work and learn with teams from the most prestigious schools and research labs in the world, allowing you to progress towards technical excellence;
Commitment from Descartes to its staff of continued learning and development (think annual seminars, training etc.);
Work in a collaborative & professional environment;
Be part of a dynamic international team, passionate about diversity;
Join a company with a true purpose – help us help our clients be more resilient towards climate risks;
A competitive salary, bonus and benefits;
You can benefit from punctual home office days.
At Descartes Underwriting, we cherish the value of diversity whatever it may be. We are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination and for equal opportunities. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects all differences.
With equal skills, all our positions are open to people with disabilities.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Step 1: HR Interview with our Talent Recruiter
Step 2: In person technical project and case study
Step 3: In person team interview to meet the team and discover our offices
