Assistant(e) de Souscription en Alternance

About the Role

As an Underwriting Associate Alternant(e), you will play a vital role in supporting our Paris-based underwriting team, ensuring smooth and accurate policy administration while contributing to meaningful process improvement projects. You'll be at the intersection of client service, data management, and operational excellence — developing skills that will set the foundation for a successful career in insurance or business.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Administration: Prepare and process invoices, policies, certificates, and all other contractual documentation with precision and care
Data Management: Compile, sort, review, and verify data accuracy using source documents; detect discrepancies and initiate timely corrections
System Maintenance: Keep information up to date across internal systems and tools to always ensure data integrity
Client Interaction: Engage regularly with external stakeholders including brokers and insureds, delivering an outstanding level of service
Accounting Follow-Up: Support premium chasing, data corrections, and financial monitoring activities
Process Improvement: Collaborate on the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures, contributing ideas to enhance tools and workflows
Project Involvement: Participate in cross-functional initiatives that drive operational efficiency and innovation

About the Team

You will be joining the Operations EMEA team within Swiss Re Corporate Solutions' Paris office— a vibrant group of 11 experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to excellence. The team is the backbone of the Paris Corporate Solutions office, acting as the key point of contact for business administration both internally and externally. Known for their collaborative spirit and client-centric approach, the team ensures that brokers, insureds, and internal partners experience a seamless and high-quality service at every touchpoint. You will report directly to the Head of Operations France, based in Paris.

About You

We're looking for a motivated, curious, and detail-oriented student — ideally pursuing a degree in insurance, business administration, or a related discipline — who thrives in a collaborative, multicultural environment. You bring a positive attitude, a genuine desire to learn, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with care and precision. You're someone who takes initiative, communicates openly, and is committed to delivering quality in everything you do. Whether you're in the early or later stages of your studies, this alternance is designed to give you a strong professional foundation in the insurance industry.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

Currently Enrolled in Relevant Studies: Actively pursuing a degree in insurance, business administration, finance, or a related field, with eligibility to undertake an alternance contract
French & English Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English are essential for daily interactions with internal and external stakeholders
Microsoft Office Skills: Solid working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to support documentation, reporting, and communication tasks

These are additional nice to have:

General Insurance Knowledge: A foundational understanding of corporate insurance principles, gained through academic study or prior experience
Attention to Detail: A quality-focused mindset with the ability to identify errors, flag issues, and propose solutions proactively
Continuous Learning Mindset: Goal-oriented and enthusiastic about developing new skills in a fast-paced professional environment
Teamwork & Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across diverse, multicultural teams
Problem-Solving Ability: Solution-oriented approach with the confidence to identify challenges and escalate appropriately
Adaptability: Comfort working in a structured yet evolving environment where processes and tools are continuously being refined

The compensation for this alternance position is determined in accordance with the French legal framework applicable to apprenticeship and professionalization contracts. The salary is calculated based on criteria defined by law, including the apprentice's age, the level of qualification being prepared, and the year of the contract. Details will be discussed transparently during the recruitment process.

Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week.