Learnership – Wealth Management | Discovery Connect

Discovery Connect, a business unit within Discovery Central Services, is offering a Wealth Management Learnership that leads to a nationally recognised National Certificate: Wealth Management (NQF Level 5). This programme combines structured learning with practical workplace experience in the financial services sector.

Business Unit: Discovery Central Services | Function: Learnerships | Location: Sandton, Johannesburg

About Discovery

Discovery’s purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. The organisation invests in exceptional individuals who align with its values and share a passion for innovation, excellence, and positive change. Discovery’s dynamic and fast-paced environment empowers self-driven individuals to achieve their best while contributing to the broader South African community.

About Discovery Connect

Discovery Connect focuses on lead generation and conversion excellence across all Discovery products — from health, life, and short-term insurance to investments, banking, and Vitality. Using cutting-edge technology and customer engagement strategies, Discovery Connect aims to reach and support millions of South Africans through quality sales and service delivery.

Key Purpose of the Learnership

This Learnership Programme provides both academic learning and workplace exposure in Wealth Management. The successful candidate will gain essential experience in financial services, client administration, and operational support functions within Discovery Connect.

Areas of Responsibility

Maintain accurate details and statistics on queries received and resolved.
Coordinate administrative processes and route tasks to relevant departments.
Respond to queries within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
Manage departmental mailboxes efficiently.
Assist with call retrieval requests and IT support for data tracking.
Identify and flag potential sales opportunities.
Support project rollouts and documentation initiatives.

Personal Attributes and Skills

Innovative, critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy levels.
Strong organisational, time management, and planning abilities.
Effective written and verbal communication in English.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
Service-driven and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment.
Professional integrity and customer-centric approach.

Education and Experience

Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.
Mathematics – Minimum Level 4 (50%) or Maths Literacy – Minimum Level 5 (60%).
English – Minimum Level 4 (50%) and a 2nd language – Minimum Level 4 (50%).
Incomplete tertiary qualification in a financial field will be an advantage.

Specific Requirements

Must not be engaged in post-Matric studies or formal employment.
Must not have completed any previous learnership.
Age: Between 18 and 30 years.
South African citizens by birth only will be considered.
Basic computer literacy (MS Excel and MS Outlook).
Effective communication in written and spoken English.

Employment Equity

Discovery is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to its approved Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups and to persons with disabilities.

Note: Only applications submitted through the official Discovery careers platform will be considered. Faxed, emailed, or hand-delivered applications are not accepted.

How to Apply

To apply for the Discovery Connect Learnership – Wealth Management, visit the official Discovery Careers portal and follow the online application instructions:

Apply via the Discovery Careers Portal

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