Title:  Junior Project Manager - IT Change and Communications (m/f/d)* 1

Successful candidates must be prepared to relocate to the specified job location in the job posting and will be employed directly under the hiring entity’s contractual terms.

This role will be part of Chief of Staff Tower (IT 1.1) for Global Technology at Munich Re Group, which ensures that our technology solutions align with the business strategies of ERGO, Global Specialty, MEAG, and Reinsurance. The team drives strategic transformation, oversees financial planning and reporting, and ensures global IT governance and legal compliance across all entities.

Within Group Technology, the (Junior) Project Manager supports the planning, coordination, and execution of communication initiatives for our global IT community across Munich Re and ERGO. The role focuses on driving effective internal communications, ensuring alignment with Group-wide standards, and supporting project delivery for key initiatives such as intranet’s development, newsletters, and leadership events.

This position is an excellent entry point for a motivated professional seeking to develop expertise at the intersection of project management, communications, and technology in an international environment.

Your Job: 

• Support the coordination and delivery of communication projects within Group Technology (e.g., intranet, newsletters, town halls, and leadership conferences).
• Assist in planning and tracking project timelines, deliverables, and milestones to ensure on-time execution.
• Draft, edit, and coordinate the publication of internal communications content (e.g., intranet articles, leadership messages, event announcements).
• Provide operational support for Group Technology events, including internal Town Halls, Leaders’ Calls, and Conferences.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., IT Leadership, HR, Group Corporate Communications) and external service providers (event agencies, translation servies, consulting) to ensure smooth execution.

• Maintain project documentation, reports, and communication archives.
• Monitor communication activities, track engagement, and contribute to impact assessments.
• Ensure all communication activities comply with the Group corporate communication guidelines and support the overall Group Technology strategy.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Initial professional experience in communications, project management, or related functions, ideally in an international corporate environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; German proficiency is considered a significant asset.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and familiarity with digital communication tools (SharePoint, intranet platforms, MS Teams, social media).
• Detail-oriented, structured, and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Interest in technology and the digital transformation of large organisations.

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 11,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel. 

Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation.

Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re.

Our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below.

Unlock your potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
• Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
• Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision: state of the art in-house pension solutions.
• Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
• Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements.
• Hybrid working: living the best of both worlds – we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.

* Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified. 

Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft
Katharina Schlechter

HR Consultant