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Since our establishment in 1918, Sanlam has been a prominent part of the South African business landscape. We have always held a long-term view of how business adapts to the demands of the environment in which it operates. Today, in a dynamic world, we see an evolving set of social, economic, political and environmental imperatives that require our skilfu...
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Who are we?
Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architecture. We operate the various technology platforms and shared services, ensure Cyber and Information Security resilience, and act as technology governance and risk orchestrator for technology across Sanlam.
What will you do?
During your time in the Academy, you will receive ongoing technical and soft skills training in a professional environment. You will also receive guidance through peer coaching and mentorship from subject matter experts in the Sanlam IT & Business Intelligence (BI) teams to ensure that you are well-equipped to become successful and grow in your chosen career.
The Academy will allow you to work cross-functionally, providing you with the opportunity to learn and acquire knowledge across various disciplines and be equipped with a diverse skillset. Through the functional training and hands-on experience with the leading IT & BI tools and technology, you will play a key role in Sanlam’s strategy to modernise the IT agenda.
What will make you successful in this role?
We are looking for independent and self-motivated individuals with strong analytical skills to join our 24-month graduate programme. You must have the ability to present yourself competently and professionally, work efficiently, meet deadlines, and prioritise competing responsibilities.
A basic understanding in some of the following will be beneficial:
Programming languages and frameworks such as Python, Java, .Net and SQL
Data analysis, modelling and visualisation
Business and process analysis
Qualification
Undergraduate or postgraduate students in their final year in the following disciplines will be considered:
Degrees in Technology such as BCom, BSc, BTech (i.e. Information Technology / Information Systems / Computer Science)
Degrees in BCom, BSc, BEng (i.e. Data Science or Analytics / Finance/ Actuarial Science / Engineering)
Experience
Final year students or recent graduates with no professional working experience
Graduates with not more than 12 months of post-university professional working experience
Any work experience obtained as part of a work-integrated learning programme will not be considered as professional working experience referred to above
Knowledge and Skills
Personal Attributes
Core Competencies
Turnaround time
The job posting will close on 26 January 2022. The shortlisting process will commence once applications are closed.
Remember to upload an updated CV and academic transcripts for the duration of your studies when applying as we will not be able to process your application without this information. Please double check that you have uploaded the required documents before finalising your application.
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.
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.
Who are we?
Sanlam Developing Markets [SDM] (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited) is one of the top financial services providers in the South African entry-level and emerging middle market. It aims to understand the unique requirements of clients and offers a wide range of simple and affordable financial solutions that cover needs such as funeral insurance, savings for education, life cover and personal accident plans. In terms of the Sanlam Group Governance Policy, SDM is managed by the SA Retail Mass cluster, which is part of the Sanlam Life and Savings cluster within the Sanlam Group. The cluster focusses on retail porducts, as well as group schemes.
What will you do?
Lead and contribute towards the Data Governance implementation process, aligned to the Data & Integrity strategic priorities for development of information-based capabilities.
Implement policies and guidelines for data management.
Provide technical oversight for integration new technology or new initiative into data standards and structure.
Maintain internal data asset library i.e. using technologies such as AXON.
Provide an organization wide data governance framework, focusing primarily on the improvement of data quality and the protection of sensitive data.
Provide thought leadership and participate with projects that involve any of the upstream or downstream data flows and processes.
Manage SLAs for policy fixes.
Work with business partners to manage data quality and provide scorecards/reports.
Ensure controls are in place over applications to ensure the data integrity by performing data integrity gap analysis
Define indicators of performance and quality metrics and ensure compliance with data related policies, standards, roles and responsibilities, and adoption requirements.
Contribute actively to the management and compliance of core data assets with the applicable policies, legislation and regulations e.g. POPI, GPPR etc.
What will make you successful in this role?
Qualification & experience
Degree or Diploma with 8 to 10 years related experience.
Planning, Reporting and Performance Management experience.
Experience in stakeholder management, internally and externally.
CDMP and/or CIMP Certified (desirable).
Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of Data & Information Privacy Laws and Regulations.
Self-motivated, able to handle tasks with minimal supervision or questions & ability to deliver acceptable customer service.
Solid Knowledge of SQL and JIRA.
Knowledge and understanding of technologies such as IDQ, AXON.
Provide input for the Data Governance Council.
Drive the Data Stewards Forum.
Drive best practice, iterative improvement and innovation at a strategic deployment level.
Personal Attributes
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.
Core Competencies
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.
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.
What will you do?
Responsible for all administrative functions of the Group Information Security Programme in support of the Programme Manager and Information Security Team. Conducts necessary maintenance and administration as required.
What will make you successful in this role?
Once the engagement processes have been followed and agreed to, the BISA’s responsibility areas will include the documentation, maintenance and tracking of the key actions supporting the Group Information Security Programme, calendar management, coordination, and preparation and maintenance of reports and other Programme deliverables.
The major drivers, changes and larger goals affecting the role include:
volume of projects and initiatives to administer
time management
resistance to change in processes
stakeholder engagement
meeting logistics
Outputs
General administrative support
Organising of meetings and venues, functions and presentations; minute taking, follow-up on invitee responses and arrangement of refreshments
Diary management
Office administration and liaison with third parties
Organise travelling and accommodation
Project planning & execution support
Track and chase sign-off on programme deliverables, quotes, etc. from stakeholders
Assist GISP PM with updates to issue, risk, and other programme logs
Assist GISP PM with updating of project documentation
Compile and maintain leave register of SGT InfoSec resources
Creation of project task for time keeping, and verification of correct and timely time capturing per project.
Maintenance and reporting of Jira logs
Project governance and project filing support
Sets up Programme files as required by SGT and Group governance
Ensure processes adopted by project are in-line with SGT and Group governance.
Ensure Jira, Teams, SharePoint and other programme files are updated and available when required
Ensures programme files are properly archived
Qualification and Experience
Qualifications:
Grade 12 (matric)
Relevant accredited courses (diploma an advantage)
Experience:
5 – 10 years’ experience emphasis on:
Project Office Administration
Personal assistant/ secretarial
Communication
Microsoft Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Teams)/ Jira
Financial Administration
Customer Service Relations
Other experience such as:
Meeting protocol, e-communications, and telephone etiquette
Minute taking
Proficiency in English
Understanding of project methodology and processes
Work experience in an IT Project Management Office or Information Security Function will be an advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
Personal Attributes
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.
Core Competencies
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.
Who are we?
Sanlam Private Wealth crafts customised investment portfolios for high net worth private clients, charitable institutions, trusts and corporate entities.
With assets under management and administration of more than R151 billion, we offer a comprehensive and integrated suite of wealth management solutions. These include equity, retirement and offshore investment portfolios, fiduciary and tax services, an equity-backed finance offering, a global stockbroking service and derivatives trading.
At Sanlam Private Wealth, our clients are at the core of everything we do. For this reason, we employ people with passion – individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, high-energy environment.
Sanlam Private Wealth is part of the Sanlam Investments Group, a leading investment and wealth management business in South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and Europe.
What will be required for the position?
The ability to liaise with clients and interact at the highest level. The interaction entails an in-depth knowledge of the client’s accounts and circumstances. In addition, the candidate will have a positive and can-do attitude with the ability to solve problems essential by thinking on their feet.
What will you do?
Proactively manage all portfolio manager, client and intermediary queries and process their requests
Responsible for all BDA (JSE Broker Dealer Administrative System) related functions which inter alia includes:
Collating client payment information and documentation
Collating share transfer information and documentation
Collating Corporate Actions with Portfolio Manager and clients
Monitoring allocation accounts and allocating to client accounts
Responsible for quality checks on all mandates and FICA information
Assist portfolio managers with administrative trading duties both local and offshore
Completion of Credit applications and liaising with credit department
Liaise with tax department regarding interim capital gains reporting
Manage and follow-up with departments and keep the portfolio manager updated
Manage the diary and meetings for Portfolio Manager(s) and proactively arranging client report back meetings
Prepare Information packs for meetings and assist with feedback reports
Ad hoc administrative duties
Coordinate branch administrative functions
Dealing with Computershare with script transfers
Qualification and experience
Bachelor of Commerce Degree or equivalent will be to your advantage
Grade 12 certificate with mathematics
Understanding of the Private Client business and the stock-broking environment
Experience within a financial services industry is essential
JSE Trading exam would be an advantage
Knowledge and skills
Computer literacy – Strong Excel skills
Financial services experience
Knowledge and understanding of BDA system an advantage
Knowledge of a private client process and procedures
Knowledge of the front office functioning an advantage
Accuracy in detail and execution
Communication required to be fluent in Afrikaans and English
Personal qualities
Strong interpersonal skills
Exceptional communication skills
Strong numerical orientation
Accurate and detail orientated
Ability to perform well under pressure and adaptable to changing environments
Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
Results focused with a strong sense of urgency
Excellent organizational skills
Pro-Active approach to work, clients, problem solving
Team player
Passionate
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 business clusters – Sanlam Personal Finance, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Sanlam Investments, Sanlam Corporate Santam, Miway, as well as 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.
To be considered for the above opportunity please upload your detailed CV on or before 31 January 2022
Please note that if you are not contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date your application has been unsuccessful
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity and our employment equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society as well as people with disabilities.
Who are we?
Sanlam Developing Markets (SDM) (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited) is one of the top financial services providers in the South African entry-level and emerging middle market. It aims to understand the unique requirements of clients and offers a wide range of simple and affordable financial solutions that cover needs such as funeral insurance, savings for education, life cover and personal accident plans. In terms of the Sanlam Group Governance Policy, SDM is managed by the SA Retail Mass cluster, which is part of the Sanlam Life and Savings cluster within the Sanlam Group. There are four businesses within the SA Retail Mass cluster, namely; Group Benefits, Individual Life, Safrican Insurance and African Rainbow Life.
Sanlam Values
The ability to demonstrate, understanding and apply our Sanlam values is embedded in all roles. Applicants must exhibit their commitment to the values as part of the application process.
Lead with courage
Serve with pride
Care because we respect each other
Act with integrity & accountability
Grow value through innovation & superior performance
What will you do?
To provide financial advice along with a financial plan in line with the customer value proposition and treating customers fairly framework.
To work in allocated key accounts and allocated markets.
To offer customer service to Sanlam clients.
To arrange appointments with potential customers within Key Accounts and Allocated Markets.
To update and inform customers and client public of our new products.
Class of Business (COB):
Should the candidate have been deemed Fit and Proper for Tier 1 by 01 April 2018, the candidate is then deemed competent for Class of Business. All applicants that were still under supervision for any competency requirement pre or post 01 April 2018 will be required to have obtained Class of Business prior to appointment. If a potential candidate has not completed Class of Business they are still deemed to be under supervision and cannot be appointed as a Financial Advisor.
Qualification & experience
FSB recognised qualification listed or credits pertaining to the date of first appointment in the industry, as listed on the most recently published Board notice as published for recognised qualification by the FSB.
Matric (grade 12) or NQF level 4
RE5 an advantage
Clear Credit and Criminal records
FAIS Compliance
At least one years’ work experience within sales or marketing
Technology requirement:
A smartphone that is compatible with the latest technology, i.e. Android or Apple
Personal qualities
Client Service Orientation
Ability to influence client decision
Confident decision maker
Great business acumen
Adhering to principles and values
Analytical
Proactive
Ability to cope with pressure and setbacks
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Trustworthy
Detail-oriented
Activity management.
Our aim is to help you 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 realize their worth. Through its business clusters – Sanlam Personal Finance, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Sanlam Investments, Sanlam Corporate Santam, Miway, as well as the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
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.
What will you do?
Key Responsibilities:
Administration of Retirement Funds and maintenance of member level transactions across functional systems and functional areas within SEB Core. (Identify/process/record/report)
Adhere to service level agreements. (Internal and external.)
Adhere to internal controls and procedures in place.
Professional verbal and written communication and reporting to clients. (Internal and external.)
Investigate, resolve and respond to internal and external client queries in a professional and effective manner. (Verbal and in writing)
Investigate, resolve and respond to ad hoc operational requirements. (Verbal and in writing.)
A thorough understanding of and compliance with the Pension Fund Act, Fund Rules and Income Tax Act and any other relevant legislative requirements.
Maintain relationships with internal departments.
What will make you successful in this role?
Technical Competencies:
Previous retirement fund administration experience will be advantageous
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.)
Behavioural Competencies:
Strong attention to detail and proactive attitude
Strong ability to organize and prioritize
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Results focused and displays energy when performing tasks
Time management skills
Ability to work independently
Innovative and demonstrates initiative
Ability to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate and pull information together
Proactive attitude and a team player
Qualification and Experience
Knowledge and Skills
Personal Attributes
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.
Core Competencies
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.
Who are we?
Sanlam Private Wealth crafts customised investment portfolios for high net worth private clients, charitable institutions, trusts and corporate entities.
With assets under management and administration of more than R151 billion, we offer a comprehensive and integrated suite of wealth management solutions. These include equity, retirement and offshore investment portfolios, fiduciary and tax services, an equity-backed finance offering, a global stockbroking service and derivatives trading.
At Sanlam Private Wealth, our clients are at the core of everything we do. For this reason, we employ people with passion – individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, high-energy environment.
Sanlam Private Wealth is part of the Sanlam Investments Group, a leading investment and wealth management business in South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Australia and Europe.
What will you do?
Assist to establish and maintain a robust compliance function within the risk management framework of the business according to key regulations
Formulate, adapt, initiate, maintain and implement policies and procedures on various key regulations as required
Draft, maintain and enhance Compliance Risk Monitoring Plans (“CRMPs”).
Incorporate new legislation into existing structure
Monitor compliance and adherence with rules, regulation, policies, procedures and limits and recommend enhancements
Act as an independent reviewer to identify areas of potential compliance vulnerability and risk.
Develop and maintain systems and tools to support the compliance function
Compliance Static Data Management
Ensure regulatory and compliance deadlines are met
Assist the Senior and/or Head Compliance Officer when liaising with regulators
Assist the Senior and/or Head Compliance Officer with rolling out training to employees on compliance and new legislation
Ad hoc tasks as required
Qualification and experience
B Com (Law)/LLB or equivalent FSCA recognised qualification
FSCA RE Exams and SAIFM Compliance certification would be an advantage
Registration as a FAIS Compliance Officer/JSE Compliance Officer
3 – 5 years compliance related experience in the financial services industry
Exposure to CAT I (direct and via intermediary services) and CAT II FSP businesses advantageous
Member of the Compliance Institute of Southern Africa would be advantageous
Knowledge and skills
Working knowledge and application experience of Financial Markets Legislation is key
Key Acts: FAIS (essential), JSE Rules and Directives (essential), Advantageous supplementary experience: FICA/AML, FATCA, POPIA, Regulation 28 etc.
Strong Computer literacy skills in MS Office and JSE BDA system knowledge essential
Excellent numeracy skills
Technical understanding of financial products and instruments advantageous
Research and due diligence skills
System automation skills (Innovative ideas on possibility to automate processes/procedures)
Ability to understand broader business issues, to apply holistic insight and acumen in integration of processes
Personal qualities
Strong numerical orientation
Highly organized with a high level of client focus
Accurate and detail orientated
Critical and analytical capability
Adaptability to changing environment
Ability to perform well under pressure and show maturity, confidence and resilience
Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills
Pro-Active approach to work, clients, problem solving
Learning agility and curiosity
Assertive
Passionate ownership for results
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 business clusters – Sanlam Personal Finance, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Sanlam Investments, Sanlam Corporate, Santam, Miway, as well as 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.
To be considered for the above opportunity please upload your detailed CV on or before 28 January 2022
Please note that if you are not contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date your application has been unsuccessful
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity and our employment equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society as well as people with disabilities.
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