Team Assistant / Office Manager

Let’s connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the RD8 Facultative Reinsurance Division team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent  part-time basis (roughly 30 HPW), commencing at the earliest possible date as a Team Assistant / Office Manager. 

You can look forward to

• Supporting our international Underwriting Management team of five colleagues as well as the wider department in their day-to-day business
• Keeping calendars organised and staying on top of follow-ups, deadlines and next steps
• Planning and organising international business trips, from booking travel to processing expenses
• Handling correspondence in both German and English with internal and external stakeholders
• Organising international conferences, events and meetings
• Creating and updating presentations, helping to prepare information in a clear and engaging way
• Improving and digitalising internal processes together with the team, while working closely with e.g. colleagues in IT, Procurement and Accounting

You come equipped with

• A commercial qualification, for example as an Executive Assistant, Management Assistant, Office Management Assistant, Foreign Language Correspondent or a similar qualification
• Several years of experience in an assistant, office management or comparable administrative role within an international environment
• Hands-on experience in travel management, including travel bookings and expense claims using digital booking systems such as SAP Concur
• Confidence in using Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word and Excel
• Ideally, some experience with AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT and a responsible approach to handling sensitive information.  If not, we’re happy if you are keen to learn.
• Fluency in German and English (minimum C1 level) and strong communication skills Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach, with the ability to stay on top of priorities in a dynamic environment. Your service-minded and collaborative way of working helps you build effective relationships and keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

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 as well as financial participation in the company’s success 
• 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: Epassi membership (formerly Hansefit) 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), 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! 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.

Gabriela Nangia | Hannover Re | personnel@hannover-re.com