Mathematician / Actuarial Catastrophe Bonds

Hannover Re; Hannover; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

30 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Financial participation

Relocation support

Further training opportunities

Ergonomic workstations

Corporate Fitness

Discounts on products

Company daycare facility

Mobility support

Job summary

Hannover Re is looking for a Mathematician for their Actuarial Catastrophe Bonds team in Hannover. This full-time permanent position involves analyzing complex risks and supporting the structuring of Catastrophe Bonds, making it ideal for candidates with strong mathematical backgrounds.

The role offers a structured onboarding program, hybrid working conditions, and numerous benefits including financial perks, relocation support, and ongoing learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Mathematics, Physics or a comparable scientific discipline with excellent results.
• Initial practical experience in a business environment is essential.
• Structured and solution-oriented approach to analyzing complex topics.

Responsibilities

• Support risk analyses and transactions in the ILS Actuarial team.
• Analyze natural catastrophe risks and produce risk assessments.
• Contribute to the structuring of Catastrophe Bonds.

Skills

Fluent German

Fluent English

Analytical Skills

Structured Approach

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics or comparable discipline

Job description

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Mathematician / Actuarial Catastrophe Bonds

Reference Number: 3322

Contract Type: Regular

Working Time: Full-Time

Hannover Re – as one of the world’s leading reinsurers, we provide coverage for the risks of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Our strength?Connecting Power: Within our global team of around 4,000 colleagues, we bring together knowledge, perspectives and a strong sense of responsibility. We rely on one another, challenge ourselves and continuously develop both our services and our products. Whether working with risk calculation models, developing digital tools or creating pragmatic solutions for our clients: here, you can contribute your expertise and actively shape what comes next.Sounds good? Get to know us as a reliable employer and find your place with us.

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the ILS Actuarial team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Mathematician / Actuarial Catastrophe Bonds.

Our team combines reinsurance with capital markets. Together, we analyse complex risks and provide the quantitative basis for Insurance-Linked Securities transactions such as Catastrophe Bonds, as well as for the risk management activities of the Insurance-Linked Securities department. #LI-DNI

You can look forward to

• Start with a structured onboarding programme and gradually take responsibility for risk analyses and transactions
• Use licensed geophysical models to analyse natural catastrophe risks and produce risk assessments
• Support the analysis of reinsurance portfolios and the evaluation of individual reinsurance contracts
• Contribute to the structuring of Catastrophe Bonds
• Work closely with underwriting and risk experts as well as external partners and present analysis results in a way that suits different audiences

You come equipped with

• A completed Master's degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Mathematics, Physics or a comparable scientific discipline with excellent results
• Initial practical experience in a business environment, for example through relevant internships, working student positions or similar quantitative roles, is essential
• Fluent German and English language skills
• A structured and solution-oriented approach to analysing complex topics, with the ability to challenge results critically, identify key relationships, adapt quickly to new situations and communicate findings clearly
• Enjoy working as part of a team, actively contribute your ideas and support open and constructive professional discussions

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!