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Trainee Economics Property & Casualty

Reference Number:  3121
Contract Type:  Regular
Working Time:  Full-Time

Hannover Re - with around 4,000 employees at locations all over the world. Our strength? Connecting Power: We rely on each other. As a reinsurer, we protect customers in the event of a claim. This requires customised, innovative solutions. Solutions that worked yesterday may be outdated tomorrow. We challenge ourselves and continuously optimise our services, advice and products. All this makes us one of the leading and most profitable reinsurance groups in the world and a reliable employer.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the Facultative Reinsurance Division 8 team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing 01.10.2026 as a Trainee Economics Property & Casualty.

In our 21‑month trainee programme, you will have the opportunity to complete rotations tailored to your strengths and interests across various internationally active facultative underwriting teams and one treaty department. Throughout the programme, you will be supported by our experienced colleagues and develop your skills through selected training courses, specialist seminars and project work. Not only will you gain extensive knowledge of insurance, e.g. lines of business, policies and risks, but you will also expand your personal, interdisciplinary skills. This will allow you to identify your talents more closely, gain in-depth insights into our products and processes and familiarise yourself with the the full spectrum of facultative non-life reinsurance. We look forward to accompanying you! 

You can look forward to

  • Gain exciting insights into underwriting procedures, risk analyses and the insurance market
  • Get to know the day-to-day business of the various departments, such as client management and the application of control instruments
  • Take on tasks independently and work on projects, during which you will be closely supported by your mentor throughout the entire period 
  • Gain experience at our international locations during two stays abroad lasting several months
  • Take part in special trainee events and build up a global network in the process

You come equipped with

  • Excellent master´s degree in business administration, economics, business law or engineering (civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering)
  • Initial practical experience in the financial services industry or training in insurance or banking is advantageous
  • Experience abroad, e.g. through semesters abroad, language trips, work & travel programmes desirable  
  • Proficient user skills in English and knowledge of German and other languages desirable
  • You bring curiosity, openness and a strong motivation to keep developing, approach change with an open mind and grow step by step through your experience

You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. However, if you bring strong expertise and identify with our values Responsibility, We-spirit and Drive, we look forward to receiving your application!


We offer you

  • Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
  • Work Abroad: Up to 30 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
  • Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances 
  • Worry-free Relocation: Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover 
  • Lifelong Learning: Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
  • Digital Fitness: In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools – especially Microsoft Copilot
  • Healthy Work Environment: Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
  • Corporate Fitness: Hansefit membership across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover (here also with access for family members)
  • Corporate Benefits: Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
  • Individual Family Support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
  • Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad) [only for permanent contracts], free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
  • Connecting Power: Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities


We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team! In addition to your CV, please also submit your university certificates / transcript of records. We look forward to receiving your application! We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.


More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career.

Lea Sophie Ender | Hannover Re | personnel@hannover-re.com

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