To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

Learnership – IT Technical Support

Discovery Corporate – IT Servicing

Learnership: IT Technical Support

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: IT Technical Support qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the IT Servicing Team.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

• Desktop support, hardware engineering, Digital Support (Contact Centre)

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)

May have an incomplete tertiary IT qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook

Learnership – Long Term Insurance – Sandton

Discovery Health (GAU Service Team)

Learnership: Long Term Insurance

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Long Term Insurance – Discovery Health:

Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)

May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook

Learnership – Long Term Insurance – Cape Town

Discovery Health (WCP Service Team)

Learnership: Long Term Insurance

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Long Term Insurance – Discovery Health:

Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)

May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook

Learnership – Wealth Management – Discovery Life – Sandton

Discovery Life

Learnership: Wealth Management

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Life

Discovery Life is an ever growing fast paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients.  This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders.  It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Wealth Management:

Life benefits, retirement funds, funeral policies, client servicing, claims, pre-sale underwriting and new business

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
• Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60%)
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook
• Only South African candidates by birth will be considered.

Learnership – Long Term Insurance – Port Elizabeth

Discovery Health (ECP Service Team)

Learnership: Long Term Insurance

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Health ECP
 

The Eastern Cape Service team (ECPST) is the newest service team in health operations, having grown quickly from under 60 people to over 1100 staff in a few short years, opening up doors to a number of inimitable opportunities for growth and development over this period. ECPST has a unique reporting structure, in that it is further divided into Algoa Bay and Greater Karoo service teams. Both teams are incredibly diverse with a palpable energy akin to no other within Discovery.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Long Term Insurance – Discovery Health:

Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)

May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook

Learnership – Long Term Insurance

Discovery Health (COST Team)

Learnership: Long Term Insurance

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Health ECP
 

The Eastern Cape Service team (ECPST) is the newest service team in health operations, having grown quickly from under 60 people to over 1100 staff in a few short years, opening up doors to a number of inimitable opportunities for growth and development over this period. ECPST has a unique reporting structure, in that it is further divided into Algoa Bay and Greater Karoo service teams. Both teams are incredibly diverse with a palpable energy akin to no other within Discovery.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Long Term Insurance – Discovery Health:

Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)

May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook

Learnership – Wealth Management: DIT – Sandton

Discovery Institute of Training

Learnership: Wealth Management

About Discovery
 

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Institute of Training

The Discovery Institute of Training has a vision of being the leading institute for academic excellence and innovation in the financial services industry. We are tasked with training and developing a peak performing sales force by equipping them with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to perform their roles effectively and align with business outcomes. We provide training to the sales and distribution workforce across all product lines for Discovery as well as providing industry related training content. 

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

All tasks must be completed accurately, efficiently and at the set standard.

• Support financial planning and learning and development specialists in reviewing and developing various types of training materials aimed at upskilling financial advisers.
• Conduct research on financial products, market trends, and regulatory changes to ensure training content is current and accurate.
• Gather and analyse data to be used in training materials, case studies, and scenario planning exercises.
• Assist in preparing reports and summaries that contribute to the development of training materials.
• Assist in organising and maintaining a database of training materials and resources.
• Assist in collecting feedback from training participants to identify areas for improvement in the content or delivery methods.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to enhance the effectiveness of training solutions.
• Stay informed about the latest trends in financial advising and wealth management to contribute innovative ideas to training solutions.
• Actively participate in ongoing professional development and training sessions.
• Engage with experienced CFPs and learning and development practitioners for guidance and mentorship, fostering personal and professional growth.

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ innovation and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner
• Strong research skills with the ability to gather, analyse, and interpret data
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
• Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60%)
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment.
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years.
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language.
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook
• Only South African candidates by birth will be considered.

Learnership – Wealth Management: Sales & Distribution – Sandton

Discovery – Mass Market Distribution

Learnership: Wealth Management

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose

The Sales & Distribution team will have a total Sales Manager complement of 12 in various regions and the role of the Office Administrator would be to provide support to the sales team as well as manage operations and admin functions within each branch or office for the division.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Wealth Management:

• To QA all submitted business
• To assist with the capturing of new business and claims, follow up on outstanding requirements with SLA
• To compile and action work based on the daily, weekly and monthly reports
• To assist the Sales Manager
• Collaborate with all business areas
• Monitor office efficiencies
• Service financial advisers and serve as a conduit between the manager and business
• Compile and present monthly team reports
• Ensure all on-boarding occurs within set SLAs
• Receive and service walk in clients
• Serve as a liaison to Discovery
• To answer the phone and manage office functions. To serve as a frontline administrator and

receptionist for walk in clients

• To assist the Sales Manager with insights and trend analyses

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
• Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60%)
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

• Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
• Not have completed any previous Learnership.
• Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years;
• Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
• Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel, MS Outlook & PowerPoint Presentations
• Only South African candidates by birth will be considered.

Learnership – Wealth Management: Funerals – Sandton

Discovery – Mass Market Distribution

Learnership: Wealth Management

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

Key Purpose

The Funeral Distribution team will have a total Sales Manager complement of 12 in various regions and the role of the Office Administrator would be to provide support to the sales team as well as manage operations and admin functions within each branch or office for the division.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Wealth Management:

• To QA all submitted business
• To assist with the capturing of new business and claims, follow up on outstanding requirements with SLA
• To compile and action work based on the daily, weekly and monthly reports
• To assist the Sales Manager
• Collaborate with all business areas
• Monitor office efficiencies
• Service financial advisers and serve as a conduit between the manager and business
• Compile and present monthly team reports
• Ensure all on-boarding occurs within set SLAs
• Receive and service walk in clients
• Serve as a liaison to Discovery
• To answer the phone and manage office functions. To serve as a frontline administrator and

receptionist for walk in clients

• To assist the Sales Manager with insights and trend analyses

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
• Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
• Time management and planning skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
• Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
• Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

• Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60%)
• 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
• May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements:

Only South African candidates by birth will be considered.

Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;

Not have completed any previous Learnership.

Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years;

Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;

Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel, MS Outlook & PowerPoint Presentations

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All the best with your applications.