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Hannover Re expands Cardinez’s remit with Global Head of Financial Solutions role

26th January 2026 - Author: Beth Musselwhite -

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Global reinsurer Hannover Re has announced the appointment of Chantal Cardinez as Global Head of Financial Solutions.

Hannover Re logoCardinez will take on the role in addition to her existing mandate as Chief Executive Officer of Hannover Re Bermuda.

She brings more than 20 years of industry experience, with strong business development acumen and a proven track record across China, Hong Kong, Australia, Europe and South Africa.

Cardinez joined Hannover Re in 2008 and has served in her current role as CEO of Hannover Re Bermuda since 2020.

Prior to joining Hannover Re, she spent four years at Scottish Re, most recently as a Pricing Actuary.

Brona Magee and Claude Chèvre, members of the Executive Board, said, “Financial Solutions remains a key focus for our L&H business, and we see plenty of opportunities for continued growth across the globe. We are delighted that Chantal has agreed to take on this additional mandate, and we look forward to all of our L&H teams benefitting from her proven capability and expertise.”