Frequently asked questions by employers.

  • What is the Pathfinders™ Academy?

    Pathfinders™ by FlarePeople is the UK's only dedicated recruit, train, and deploy programme focused exclusively on insurance pricing talent. We identify high-potential individuals, provide them with specialised training and deploy them into your teams to address skill gaps and build long-term capability.

  • What are the benefits of partnering with Pathfinders™?

    - Access to a pipeline of trained, diverse talent

    - Customised training aligned with business and industry needs

    - Reduced time-to-productivity for new hires

    - Support for ESG and diversity hiring goals

    - Flexible engagement models (option to take on permanently after an agreed period of time - usually 18 - 24 months contract)

  • How do you ensure the quality of candidates?

    Our rigorous selection process assesses candidates' aptitude and potential. Training is delivered by insurance pricing experts ensuring that trainees meet high industry standards.

  • Can we customise the training to our specific needs?

    Yes. We collaborate with our clients to tailor aspects of the training programme, ensuring alignment with your organisation's tools, processes, and objectives.

  • What is the process for deploying a Pathfinder™ into our team?

    - Consultation: We discuss your talent needs and requirements.

    - Selection: We identify suitable candidates from our training cohorts.

    - Training: We train candidates in all aspects of insurance pricing including GLMs, Radar, pricing analytics ensuring relevance with modern day insurance pricing needs and methods.

    - Deployment: Candidates are deployed into your team on a contract basis, with the option for permanent placement.

  • What support do deployed Pathfinders™ receive?

    Deployed Pathfinders™ have access to:

    - Ongoing mentorship and professional development

    - Regular check-ins with our engagement team

    - A supportive community of peers and alumni

  • What if a deployment doesn't work out?

    At Pathfinders™, we take a proactive approach to managing placements. If a deployed Pathfinder™ isn’t the right fit, we work closely with you to address concerns early - offering additional support, coaching, or, if necessary, facilitating a smooth transition. Our flexible model ensures minimal disruption to your business, with the option to reassign or replace talent quickly if needed. We are committed to making sure every deployment delivers real value to your team.

  • What is the cost?

    The cost of the Pathfinders™ programme depends on several factors, including the number of pricing consultants required, the level of customisation for your training needs, and the size and timing of each cohort.
    Because every insurer’s requirements are unique, we tailor our proposals to match your specific goals.

    We recommend booking a discovery call with our team to discuss your needs and receive a detailed, transparent quote based on your objectives. Book a discovery call

  • How can we get started?

    Please contact us to schedule a discovery call.

    On this call we'll discuss your specific needs and detail how Pathfinders™ can support your organisation's goals.

    Book a discovery call