Discovery invites South African youth to apply for the Wealth Management Learnership Programme 2026, based in Sandton, South Africa.
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Closing Date: Not specified (apply as soon as possible)
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. The company seeks dynamic and self-driven individuals whose personal values align with its mission of creating positive and meaningful change within society.
With a culture that encourages innovation and excellence, Discovery continues to be a global thought leader across health insurance, banking, investments, and wellness through Discovery Vitality.
About Discovery Connect
Discovery Connect is the company’s sales and service division, utilising world-class lead generation and conversion techniques to grow Discovery’s product reach across health, short- and long-term insurance, banking, and investment portfolios.
The Connect team’s goal is to expand coverage to over one million lives, delivering outstanding customer service and engagement through technology and human connection.
About the Wealth Management Learnership
The Discovery Wealth Management Learnership is a 12-month programme that provides participants with:
- A nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification, and
- Valuable practical workplace experience within the Financial Services industry.
Learners will work in business support and administrative functions, contributing to the efficiency and success of Discovery’s financial teams while developing key industry skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate statistics and data on queries received and resolved.
- Coordinate administrative functions and route tasks to appropriate departments.
- Manage and respond to queries within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLA).
- Handle email communication and manage shared mailboxes.
- Log IT requests for call retrievals and assist with call recording processes.
- Identify potential sales opportunities within client interactions.
Personal Attributes and Skills
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy levels
- Effective time management and planning skills
- Ability to prioritise and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Works well independently and in a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Adaptable, professional, and service-driven attitude
Minimum Education Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) is essential, with the following minimum results:
- Mathematics: Level 4 (50%) or higher
- English: Level 4 (50%) or higher
- Mathematical Literacy: Level 5 (60%) or higher
- Second language: Level 4 (50%) or higher
- Incomplete tertiary qualification in Finance will be an advantage.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen by birth
- Be between the ages of 18 and 30
- Not be engaged in post-Matric studies or full-time employment
- Not have completed any previous Learnership
- Have good written and verbal English communication skills
- Be computer literate (MS Excel and MS Outlook)
Employment Equity: Discovery is committed to Employment Equity and transformation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply for any of the available Wealth Management Learnerships using the links below:
👉 Apply Online for the Wealth Management Learnership – Corporate & Employee Benefits
👉 Apply Online for the Wealth Management Learnership – Discovery Connect
Company: Discovery
Programme: Wealth Management Learnership 2026
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
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Discovery invites applications for the 2026 Wealth Management Learnership in Sandton. Earn an NQF Level 5 qualification and gain experience in financial services. Apply online for Discovery Connect or Corporate & Employee Benefits learnerships.
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