Are you a young, enthusiastic individual looking to kickstart your career in a dynamic corporate environment?
Sanlam Corporate, part of the esteemed Sanlam Group, is offering an incredible learnership program designed to provide you with practical working experience and a nationally recognized qualification.Read More
In this article, we’ll break down all the details in simple terms.
About Sanlam Group
Sanlam Group is a prominent player in the financial industry, offering a wide range of retail and corporate life insurance, health, and investment products in South Africa.
Their vision is clear: to be the preferred partner to Corporate and Public Sector entities by providing exceptional client experiences and comprehensive solutions that ensure financial resilience and prosperity.
With over a century of expertise, they offer cost-effective Employee Benefits and Healthcare Solutions, instilling financial confidence in their members.
About the Learnership Programme
Sanlam Corporate’s learnership program is a fantastic opportunity for young and energetic individuals from designated groups to gain practical corporate experience while obtaining a valuable national qualification.
This initiative aligns with Sanlam’s young talent strategy, directly feeding into their Youth Empowerment Programme (YEP) to create a talented pool within the organization.
Successful learners who excel during the program have the chance to secure permanent junior-level roles through a focused development journey.
What the YEP Learnership Offers
- A 12-month contract
- A monthly allowance and financial support for study purposes
- A national qualification (Certificate in Wealth Management, NQF level 4)
- On-the-job training and assessment
- Continuous coaching and mentoring
- A portfolio of working and learning evidence
What You’ll Do
During the program, you will:
- Gain knowledge of the company’s products, services, and operational processes
- Attend classroom-based lessons
- Complete practical on-site training
- Assemble a Portfolio of Evidence to submit to InSeta
- Maintain logbooks for workplace-based learning
- Pass and complete the required level in formative and summative assessments
- Carry out tasks and duties as agreed upon with your manager
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible for this exciting opportunity, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Not be currently employed
- Be aged between 18 and 35 years
- Have passed Grade 12 Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy, Accounting, and English with 50%
- Possess a good command of English (read, write, and speak fluently)
- Be committed to completing the 12-month Programme, including obtaining a full qualification
- Have a clear criminal and credit record
- Have reliable transportation
Behavioural Competencies
To thrive in this program, you should:
- Be motivated to learn and grow
- Show initiative and work independently
- Be a team player
- Manage self-study and assignments effectively
- Have excellent time-management skills
- Embrace a Go-Getter attitude
Core Competencies
Sanlam values:
- Innovation – Creating new and improved ways for the organization to succeed.
- Client Focus – Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Results-Driven – Consistently achieving results, even in challenging circumstances.
- Collaboration – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Resilience – Bouncing back from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
How to Apply
To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please visit the Sanlam Careers website and attach the following essential documents:
- A comprehensive CV (ensure it’s up-to-date)
- South African ID and Matric Certificate
Please note that your application will be automatically disqualified if any of the above documents are missing.
Timelines
Here’s what to expect in terms of timelines:
- Mid-October 2023 to Mid-November 2023: Interviews and Assessments
- Mid-November 2023 to Mid-December 2023: If selected, signing of the Learnership Agreement
- 01 February 2024: The Learnership Programme commences
Sanlam’s Commitment to Transformation
The Sanlam Group is deeply committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity as a core value.
They believe that diversity, inclusivity, and equity are essential components for building a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to launch your career with Sanlam’s Learnership Programme.
Apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future!