Graduate : Administration at Sanlam Group

Who are we?

Sanlam is dedicated to supporting, growing and empowering clients with affordable, easy and suitable solutions, primarily through face-to-face intermediary channels, but also directly. This role is within the financial planning business of Sanlam, which comprises a large force of both tied and independent intermediaries as we as the staff who support them. We are dedicated to meeting the financial needs of our clients. Our vision: We aspire to be the best at building enduring relationships by connecting clients with Sanlam through intermediaries and directly. We create sustainable value by attracting new clients, supporting ongoing client engagement and providing adaptive solutions designed to answer life’s financial questions. Ultimately we grow and protect wealth.

What will you do?

This is a 12 month contract position allowing the incumbent to gain relevant work experience in the Financial Services industry. The individual will be exposed to;

•    Data analysis and reporting
•    Capacity planning / workforce management
•    Incentives and competitions
•    Assist with tasks e.g. collating of information
•    Monitor workflow via systems to ensure Operational efficiency

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualification & experience 
•    Grade 12
•    Degree in Information systems, with a major in business analysis and softwaredevelopment/design

Knowledge and skills

•    Successful candidate should be unemployed
•    Preferably no or very limited previous working experience
•    Knowledge and experience in MS Office

Core competencies
•    Cultivates innovation 
•    Client centricity 
•    Results driven 
•    Collaboration 
•    Flexibility and adaptability 
•    Action Orientation
•    Plans and aligns
•    Communicates effectively
•    Treating Customers Fairly
•    Analytical
•    Resilient

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping  our employees to realise their worth. Through its four business clusters – Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. 

The closing date for all applications is Friday,12th November 2021.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity.  This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.  The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.