General Manager Life and Health Digital Solutions, 2681

General Manager Life and Health Digital Solutions, 2681

Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the Life & Health Global Services team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis as a General Manager Life and Health Digital Solutions.

With several years of leadership experience in digital solutions and collaborative user‑centered product delivery, you take care of the management, evolution, and adoption of digital solutions that support sustainable client relationship management, medical underwriting, and claims across our global Life & Health business.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high‑performing team based in Hannover, fostering a collaborative culture with trust and agility
• Design and deliver digital solutions that are scalable, user‑centric, and aligned with business strategy and IT architecture
• Strengthen and mature fit‑for‑purpose operating models and delivery approaches that enable speed, scalability and cost‑efficiency while meeting evolving needs of users, teams and markets
• Shape and execute strategic roadmaps for digital solutions, in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders across global markets
• Enhance adoption and utilization of digital tools, adding measurable value across international user communities
• Ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance and a mindset of continuous improvement across all solutions in scope

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience, focusing on empowerment, engagement and performance
• Deep understanding of digital solution design and product development in complex environments, ideally with experience in (re)insurance or financial services
• Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder management across technical and non‑technical domains
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), human‑centered design, change management and modern software delivery
• Excellent communication skills in English; knowledge of German is an advantage
• Willingness to relocate to Hannover and travel internationally
• A global mindset with the ability to adapt strategies to diverse user needs, markets and cultural contexts

Benefits

• Flexibility: A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
• Work abroad: Up to 20 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
• Financial benefits: Superior company pension scheme by industry standards as well as employee shares at favourable conditions
• Worry‑free relocation: Wrap‑around financial support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover
• Lifelong learning: Innovative executive programmes, individual coaching, integrated 360‑degree feedback, targeted opportunities for further professional development, extensive e‑learning activities
• Healthy work environment: Cooperation with the fitness studio Daily Fitness (also for family members), ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with regional dishes, access to an external individual medical check‑up
• Individual family support: Company daycare facility and free, anonymous counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
• Mobility: Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket), 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

Desiree Sarina Wiedemeier | Hannover Re |

Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Insurance

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