Learnership Opportunity at Sanlam Corporate
About Sanlam and Sanlam Corporate
Sanlam is one of South Africa’s leading and most established financial services groups, originally founded in 1918 as a life insurance company. Today, Sanlam has evolved into a diverse and expansive group that offers a broad range of financial solutions. These include insurance, investment, financial planning, and retirement services.
Sanlam Corporate, a key business cluster within the broader Sanlam Group, focuses on providing holistic employee benefit solutions. This includes consulting, risk, investment, administration, and health-related services, tailored specifically for institutions, companies, and retirement funds. Sanlam Corporate is recognized for delivering customized and innovative solutions to meet the ever-evolving needs of its clients.
Our operations are supported by the Sanlam Group’s central office, which guides strategic direction, financial management, human resources, marketing, communications, and corporate social investment (CSI) initiatives. As a unified entity, Sanlam operates through several business clusters: SA Life & Savings (Retail Affluent, Retail Mass, Sanlam Corporate), Fintech, Sanlam Investments, Sanlam Emerging Markets, and Santam.
About the Learnership Programme
Sanlam Corporate is proud to offer an exciting and valuable Learnership Programme aimed at empowering South African youth, especially from designated groups, by equipping them with practical work experience, skills training, and a nationally recognized qualification.
This 12-month learnership is designed to provide young individuals with a meaningful entry point into the corporate world. It forms a critical part of our Youth Empowerment Programme (YEP), with a direct link to our long-term talent pipeline strategy. Candidates who successfully complete the programme and demonstrate outstanding performance may be considered for permanent placement within the organization in junior-level positions and will continue along a guided development path.
What the Programme Offers
Participants in the Sanlam Corporate Learnership Programme will benefit from the following:
- A 12-month fixed-term employment contract
- A monthly stipend to support living and learning expenses
- Financial assistance toward study-related costs
- National qualification: Certificate in Wealth Management (NQF Level 4)
- Practical, on-the-job work experience within a corporate setting
- Structured classroom-based learning
- Coaching, mentoring, and ongoing performance feedback
- Completion of assessments (formative and summative)
- Compilation of a comprehensive Portfolio of Evidence
- Daily logging of workplace learning activities
Key Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes
Throughout the learnership, participants will be expected to:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of Sanlam Corporate’s products, services, systems, and operational processes
- Attend scheduled training sessions and complete course modules
- Engage in workplace-based training under the supervision of experienced professionals
- Complete a Portfolio of Evidence that demonstrates learning progress and competencies
- Keep an updated logbook of all workplace activities
- Complete required assessments and demonstrate the ability to apply learning in practice
- Fulfill assigned tasks and duties in line with the learning agreement
Minimum Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be unemployed at the time of application
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years
- Must not hold any tertiary qualifications
- Must have completed Grade 12 (Matric) with:
- At least 50% in Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- At least 50% in Accounting (if taken)
- At least 50% in English
- Must be proficient in English (verbal and written communication)
- Must be willing and committed to completing the full 12-month learnership
- Must have a clear criminal and credit record
- Must have access to reliable transport
Desired Personal Attributes and Behavioural Competencies
We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:
- A strong desire to learn and grow professionally
- Initiative and the ability to work independently
- Teamwork and a collaborative attitude
- Self-discipline and the ability to manage assignments and self-study
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- A proactive, can-do attitude
- Adaptability to change and a willingness to embrace new challenges
Core Professional Competencies We Value
At Sanlam, we are committed to excellence and innovation. We encourage applications from candidates who align with the following competencies:
- Innovation Mindset: Ability to think creatively and explore better ways of doing things
- Client-Centric Approach: Dedication to understanding and delivering on customer needs
- Results Orientation: A strong focus on achieving targets and delivering high performance
- Collaboration: A commitment to working constructively with colleagues and stakeholders
- Resilience: The ability to recover from setbacks and maintain focus in challenging situations
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit their applications online via the Sanlam Careers website. The following documents are required to be uploaded as part of your application:
- A comprehensive and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A certified copy of your South African ID
- A certified copy of your Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered. Ensure that all required documents are submitted to avoid disqualification.
Date Posted: 4 August 2025
Locations: Bellville, Western Cape and Centurion, Gauteng
Company: Sanlam Group
Important Dates to Remember
- Application Deadline: Date not mentioned
- Interviews and Assessments: Mid September 2025 to Mid October 2025
- Signing of Learnership Agreements (if selected): Mid November 2025 to Mid December 2025
- Programme Start Date: 1 February 2026
Commitment to Transformation and Inclusion
Sanlam is deeply committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and transformed workforce. We believe that fostering a workplace that reflects the demographics of South Africa contributes to long-term success, sustainability, and innovation. Employment Equity goals and transformation targets will be taken into account during the selection process, in line with the Group’s transformation strategy.
Start your professional journey with a company that is passionate about empowering youth and shaping future industry leaders. Apply now to be part of Sanlam Corporate’s Learnership Programme and take the first step toward a promising future.
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