Learnership - Long Term Insurance

Discovery Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is offering a Long Term Insurance Learnership in Durban. This program leads to a nationally recognized FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification, combining structured learning with practical experience in the Financial Services industry. Ideal candidates are aged 18 to 25, have completed Grade 12, and possess communication and problem-solving skills. An exciting opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is essential for this position.
• Must have a minimum Level 4 in Maths and English.
• Ability to not be engaged in post-matric studies or formal employment.

Responsibilities

• Client servicing, claims, new business administration.
• Health benefits administration.

Skills

Innovative / critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Good attention to detail and accuracy

Time-management and planning skills

Ability to work independently

Effective communication skills in written and verbal English

Education

Grade 12

Maths Level 4 (50%)

English Level 4 (50%)

Maths Literacy Level 5 (60%)

Second language Level 4 (50%)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Discovery Health KZN Service Team – Long Term Insurance Learnership

Location : Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives.

We seek exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, whose values align with those of Discovery.

Our dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best.

As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to achieve financial success and ignite positive, meaningful change in society.

Key Purpose of the role

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

Areas of responsibility

• 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 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 prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Service-driven, sense of urgency and a team player.
• Adapts to changing circumstances, handles criticism well and learns from it.

Education and Experience

• Grade 12 essential.
• Maths – Minimum Level 4 (50%).
• English – Minimum Level 4 (50%).
• Maths Literacy – Minimum Level 5 (60%).
• Second language – Minimum Level 4 (50%).
• May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage).

Specific Requirements

• Not engaged in post-matric studies or formal employment.
• Not completed any previous Learnership.
• Age 18 to 25 years.
• Effective communication skills in written and verbal English.
• Basic computer skills, mainly MS Excel and MS Outlook.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.