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Trainee Mathematics Life and Health Reinsurance

Reference Number:  3120
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 Solutions that worked yesterday may be outdated tomorrow.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 Life & Health reinsurance team at our headquarters in Hanover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing 01.10.2026 as a Trainee Mathematics Life and Health Reinsurance.

From theory to practice as a trainee at Hannover Re: With around 4,000 employees worldwide, we are one of the leading reinsurers with a presence on every continent. In our 18-month trainee programme, you will get to know the entirety of life and health reinsurance, including processes, the global network and concepts. Life and health reinsurance covers everything to do with biometric risks and operates the life, health and pension insurance lines. During the different stages, one of which you will spend at a location abroad, you will have the opportunity to gain insights into various specialist areas of life and health reinsurance. Upon completion of the programme, you will transition into a permanent role within one of our specialist departments. Become part of our international team! 

You can look forward to

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of life and health reinsurance, including its processes, global network, as well as reinsurance concepts and solutions
  • Work in our various market and service departments, provide support in areas such as pricing, data analyses and presentations and get in touch with customers 
  • Take on tasks independently from day one and work on projects, during which you will be closely supported by your mentor throughout the entire programme
  • Gain experience at one of our international locations during a stay abroad lasting several months 
  • Participate in the design of your trainee programme and set an individual focus according to your interests, e.g. we support your DAV training as an actuary 
  • Experience an open and innovative corporate culture in which your ideas are valued

You come equipped with

  • Excellent master's degree in mathematics
  • Knowledge of a programming language such as R, Julia or Python is an advantage
  • Initial practical experience through internships or working student positions, ideally in the finance or insurance sector 
  • Experience abroad, e.g. through semesters abroad, language trips, work & travel programmes desirable 
  • Proficient user skills in English, conversational German or willingness to learn this language in one of our language courses
  • Strong communication and presentation skills as well as an interest in familiarising yourself comprehensively with the life and health reinsurance business

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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