Santam invites unemployed individuals who meet all the necessary criteria to apply for the Learnerships Programme 2025
Santam Learnerships 2025 – Financial Services Training Programme
Are you a young South African looking to kickstart your career in the insurance or financial services industry? The Santam Learnership Programme 2025 is an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals to gain professional qualifications, practical experience, and exposure to one of the country’s leading short-term insurers. Applications are now open for this highly regarded learnership located in Tygervalley, Western Cape, with placements available nationwide.
- Learnership Application Closing Date: Not specified
- Learnership Location: Tygervalley, Western Cape (Additional placements available across South Africa)
- Learnership Start Date: 1 September 2025
About the 2025 Santam Learnerships Programme
The Santam Learnership Programme 2025 is an entry-level development initiative aimed at building a sustainable talent pipeline in the financial services and insurance sectors. This structured 12-month programme combines theoretical training with workplace experience, giving learners the tools and knowledge required to thrive in the short-term insurance industry.
Successful candidates will work towards an NQF Level 4 qualification and complete the FSCA Regulatory Examination Level 5 (RE5) – a key step toward professional membership with the Insurance Institute of South Africa (IISA).
Whether you are passionate about customer service, claims processing, or underwriting, this learnership provides a solid foundation to build a meaningful and lasting career in the industry.
Who Should Apply for the Santam Learnerships 2025?
Santam is looking for young, dynamic individuals who are eager to grow their skills and make an impact in the insurance world. To be considered, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Be a South African citizen, aged between 18 and 28 years
- Possess a Grade 12 / Matric certificate with:
- Minimum 50% in English and a second official language
- At least 40% in Mathematics OR 60% in Mathematical Literacy
- Be currently unemployed
- Not enrolled in any full-time or part-time studies during the learnership period
- Not have completed a previous INSETA-accredited Short-Term Insurance Learnership
- Have less than one year of formal work experience
- Not hold any post-matric qualifications (e.g., diplomas, degrees)
This learnership is ideal for school leavers who are eager to enter the workforce and gain hands-on industry experience.
2025 Santam Learnerships Programme Benefits
By joining the Santam Learnership 2025, learners will benefit from a wide range of opportunities, including:
- A fully funded National Certificate: Short-Term Insurance – NQF Level 4
- A monthly stipend to support you during the 12-month programme
- Practical work experience in various areas of the short-term insurance business
- Exposure to Santam’s corporate environment and company culture
- The opportunity to write the RE5 regulatory exam, a major credential in the insurance industry
- Potential career opportunities within Santam or across the Sanlam Group, one of Africa’s largest financial services organizations
Programme Duration and Locations
- Duration: 12 months (Fixed-term contract)
- Start Date: 1 September 2025
- Location: Primary location in Tygervalley, Western Cape, with nationwide placements available
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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Santam, diversity and inclusion are more than just corporate buzzwords—they’re fundamental values. The company is deeply committed to creating a workplace that reflects South Africa’s diverse population and encourages applications from:
- Previously disadvantaged individuals
- Persons living with disabilities
- Neurodivergent individuals
- All people regardless of race, gender, religion, or background
Santam embraces transformation and strives to create a neuro-inclusive and empowering environment where every learner can succeed.
How to Apply
Click here to apply online for the Santam Learnerships programme 2025