Sanlam Is Hiring Young People for 2026 Learnerships – Get Paid While You Study!

Sanlam Invites South African Youth to Apply for the 2026 YEP Learnership Programme – Applications Now Open

Looking for your first big career break? Sanlam, one of South Africa’s top financial services companies, is offering young people the chance to kickstart their careers with the 2026 YEP (Youth Empowerment Programme) Learnership. If you’re between 18 and 35, unemployed, and ready to work hard, this opportunity could change your life.

This programme is designed to empower South African youth with real work experience and a national qualification – all while earning a monthly allowance. If you’re serious about building a future in finance or corporate business, this 12-month learnership is your golden ticket.

What is the Sanlam YEP Learnership?

The Sanlam YEP Learnership is a 12-month contract where you’ll get hands-on experience in a real job while studying toward a Certificate in Wealth Management (NQF Level 4). It’s a full-time programme with classroom learning, workplace training, mentorship, and coaching – all designed to prepare you for long-term success.

Sanlam’s goal? To train and develop the next generation of business professionals. After the learnership, top-performing learners will be offered permanent positions in junior roles within the company.

What’s in It for You?

As a Sanlam YEP Learner, you’ll get:

12 months of job training and mentorship
A national NQF Level 4 qualification (Wealth Management)
A monthly allowance to support you financially
Study support to help you complete your qualification
A portfolio of evidence to show what you’ve learned
A real chance at long-term employment with Sanlam

This is not just a learnership – it’s a launchpad into a professional career.

What Will You Do?

During your time at Sanlam, you will:

Learn how Sanlam’s products and services work
Attend classroom sessions and pass your assessments
Complete on-the-job training and learn by doing
Build a portfolio of learning and work tasks
Keep a logbook of your workplace experience
Complete assignments and get feedback from mentors
Work directly with your manager and support team

You’ll be part of a team, learning and growing every day while working in a real corporate environment.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is meant for South African youth who are ready to start a full-time 12-month journey of learning and development.

You must:

Be a South African citizen
Be unemployed
Not hold any tertiary qualification
Be between 18 and 35 years old
Have passed Grade 12 with at least 50% in Mathematics or Math Literacy or Accounting, and 50% in English
Be able to read, write, and speak fluent English
Be willing to commit to the full 12 months
Have a clear criminal and credit record
Have access to reliable transport

What Kind of Person is Sanlam Looking For?

Sanlam is looking for go-getters – people who are serious about their futures.

You should:

Be motivated to learn and grow
Show initiative and work well on your own
Be a team player
Manage your time well and meet deadlines
Be adaptable to change
Be resilient, even in tough situations
Be someone who works hard to achieve results
Want to build strong relationships and work with others

When Does It Start?

Here’s a quick timeline:

Mid September to Mid October 2025: Interviews and Assessments
Mid November to Mid December 2025: Signing of Learnership Agreements
01 February 2026: Learnership Programme officially starts

Make sure you are available during these times if you apply.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step?

Visit the Sanlam Careers site and apply online
Make sure to upload these required documents:
- A complete and updated CV
- A certified copy of your South African ID
- A certified copy of your Matric Certificate

Apply Now

Important: If you don’t include all the required documents, your application will be disqualified.

Don’t Miss Out on This Life-Changing Opportunity

This is your chance to get paid while you study, gain real-world experience, and open doors to a future career with one of South Africa’s leading companies. Sanlam is looking for young people who are serious about their future – and that could be you.

If you’re between 18 and 35, passionate about learning, and ready to step into the corporate world, apply now for the Sanlam YEP Learnership 2026.

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