Applications are now open for the Sanlam Graduate Programme 2024, with opportunities available in various study fields.
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Careers at Sanlam
Sanlam was established in South Africa as a life insurance company but has since transformed into a diverse financial services group.
Today, the Group is one of the largest internationally active insurance organisations in the world and has the biggest non-banking financial services footprint on the African continent.
The Group’s business clusters house the Group’s business operations. The Group Office provides strategic direction and support to the clusters, assisting them in realising their strategies and meeting their business objectives.
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Available Graduate Programmes
Actuarial Graduate
What will you do?
As an Actuarial Trainee Graduate, you will gain exposure to the inner workings of Sanlam and get to know its products and systems. We will assist in the development of your analytical abilities to further advance your actuarial skills. Your actuarial exam results, combined with your on-job performance, will determine how quickly you progress and are exposed to more advanced areas of Sanlam’s businesses.
Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science
- Must qualify for exemptions of at least (6) actuarial examinations by the time you graduate
Knowledge and Skills
Sanlam Data & Digital Academy
An exciting opportunity is available for soon-to-be or recent graduates to join the Sanlam Data & Digital Academy. We are seeking bright minds who are eager to build and develop technical, analytical, and business skills while working on real business cases within the Sanlam Business Intelligence and Group Technology ecosystems.
What will you do?
The Sanlam Data & Digital Academy is offering two exciting development opportunities over a 13-month period, aimed at launching your career in either the Data or Digital track.
Data Track:
- You are passionate about all things related to data: finding patterns in data, using data to build insight, aid decision-making and process action, and to create real value.
- You want to establish strong foundations in data management and data engineering, in a fast-moving and complex enterprise data domain.
- You’re interested in tackling complex data problems, and learning how to apply AI, ML, predictive analytics and regenerative AI to datasets to deliver unique insights, prompts and direction.
- You aspire to develop your analytical skills to grow your career in roles such as Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, or AI/ML engineer.
Digital Track:
- You have a passion for engineering and solving complex problems.
- You aspire to grow in the domains of engineering and modern engineering with an interest in cloud-native architecture, Infrastructure as Code and application integration.
- You want to solve problems by applying the latest innovations in the digital world, modern engineering practices, as well as modern integration patterns, and AI techniques.
- You seek a career as a Software Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Test Engineer, Integration Specialist or Architect.
During the 13-month program you will receive
- Ongoing technical training, real-world enterprise-level experience, business acumen and competency based training in a professional environment.
- Guidance through coaching and mentorship from subject matter experts in the Sanlam Technology and Business Intelligence (BI) Teams to ensure that you are well-equipped to grow and become successful in your chosen career.
- The opportunity to work cross-functionally in order to learn across various disciplines and be equipped with a diverse skillset, gaining access to multiple parts of the data and tech capabilities, and working with multiple parts of the business.
- Rotate to different IT teams to get exposure to a variety of IT disciplines enabling you to find the best fit for your skills and interests.
- The opportunity to participate in innovation competitions and tech learning days, such as the SGT data day, and SGT VR day, as well as vendor-facilitated hackathons.
- Functional training and hands-on experience with the leading IT & BI tools and technology that will enable you to play a key role in Sanlam’s strategy to modernise the IT agenda and drive the data driven decision making capability.
SAICA Trainee Accountant
The Sanlam CA Training Programme is guided by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) regulations, which requires practical experience to obtain the prescribed technical and professional competence in the value creation process.
We are seeking Africa’s brightest minds to apply for this opportunity to embark on a journey of personal and professional growth, ending in CA(SA). If you have the passion, desire and character to pursue your TOPP Articles at Africa’s largest insurer, then this is the opportunity for you!
What will make you successful in this role?
- Complete the formal educational programme which includes practical experience and training (from Sanlam as a Training Office) as prescribed by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), in order to qualify as a Chartered Accountant (SA).
- Assist with the annual reporting process.
- Demonstration of high levels of professionalism and attitudes as well as technical abilities.
- Assist with ad-hoc projects.
Qualification and Experience
- Certificate in the Theory of Accountancy (CTA) or a Post-Graduate programme recognised by SAICA as a prerequisite for admission to the Initial Test of Competence (ITC).
- Academic performance record average of at least 60%.
- Experience belonging to a university/community organisation i.e. non-profit, society, club.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (advantageous).
Risk & Compliance Graduate
We are seeking Africa’s brightest minds who are eager to be involved in making a tangible difference, with confidence and collaboration. Apply now to join the Sanlam Group Risk and Compliance Graduate database.
With the appropriate supervision, as a Risk and Compliance Graduate you will provide support to a department, or group of professionals, within Sanlam. Part of the job function will call on your understanding of the impact of statutory/legal obligations and government legal requirements – so will collecting, compiling and analysing complex data and information.
When performing administrative tasks, you will need to show consideration for the implications of decisions and the consequences thereafter.
What will make you successful in this role?
- Drafting of facility terms sheets
- Documentary and facility compliance
- Assisting, where necessary, in commercial progress payments and/or development loan recons
- Following up with external clients for outstanding information, and, where necessary, obtaining this information
- Requesting valuations
Qualification and Experience
- Relevant legal/risk/compliance qualification
Knowledge and Skills
- Handle and resolve ad-hoc complaints, inquiries, and investigations
- Compliance and Risk Management monitoring
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the regulatory and statutory environment
- Financial plans and risk management plans
Marketing Graduate
We are seeking Africa’s brightest minds who are eager to be involved in making a tangible difference, with confidence and collaboration. Apply not to join our Sanlam Group Marketing Graduate programme.
What will you do?
This position would be a traditional marketing role in support of a small internal marketing team. Your comprehensive range of marketing functions would include corporate communications, events coordination, logistics facilitation, client interaction, media orientation, brand management, and general assistance on deliverables.
What will make you successful in this role?
- Supporting the marketing team with general marketing activities
- Assisting with the production of marketing materials and literature
- Coordinating the production of a variety of marketing communications
- Providing support for marketing events and exhibitions, as required
- Assisting with the collation of information for promotional literature
- Updating and maintaining the marketing department’s documentation and databases
- Managing events, booking venues, and ordering marketing materials
Qualification and Experience
- B. Com Marketing or other equivalent degrees with Communications, Marketing, or related major subjects
Sound, level knowledge in the following core areas:
- Effective project management skills
- Marketing principles
- Strong copywriting skills
- Ability to communicate complex ideas
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
Human Capital Graduate
As a Human Resources Graduate, you will assist with a variety of HR functions, some of which are recruitment, onboarding, and performance management. This position would be in support of a small Human Capital team.
What will make you successful in this role?
- Conducting research on HR-related topics to provide input in the development of workplace frameworks
- Resourcefulness in seeking information and proactively learning across the employee life cycle
- Coordinating talent activities timeously, in line with the HR Calendar
- Quality documentation of processes and guidelines relating to HR using Microsoft Word or PowerPoint
- Excellent time management and adhering to set timelines
Qualification and Experience
- Degree or Diploma in Human Resources or related field
- Relevant HR experience
OT/Disability Graduate
We are seeking Africa’s brightest minds who are eager to be involved in making a tangible difference with Confidence and Collaboration. Apply now to join our Sanlam OT/Physio Graduate programme!
Key Responsibilities
- Assess medical and contractual validity of disability claims.
- Assist the Complaints team with tracking of complaints and responses.
- Administration such as recordkeeping, summarising information, communication to clients and updating systems.
Qualification and Experience
- B.Sc. Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
- Computer proficient with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to find solutions related to the probable cause
- Comprehensive understanding of occupational risk and demands
- Understanding of medical conditions and their implications on functional ability and work competence
Personal Qualities
- Flexible and Adaptable – Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
- Courage – Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
- Ensures Accountability – Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Plans and Aligns – Plans and prioritises work to meet commitments aligned to organisational goals.
How to Apply
You apply directly on the Sanlam Group Vacancies page. Here is a quick guide on How to Apply:
- Visit the Sanlam Group Graduate Careers page and view all available vacancies.
- View all available Graduate vacancies and apply directly via the provided links.
We wish you all the best!
