OMIG Graduate Programme

Old Mutual South Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual South Africa in Cape Town offers a structured graduate development programme in the investment management space. You will gain practical experience through project work, on‑the‑job learning, and cross‑functional exposure while contributing to research, analysis and reporting.

You should have a completed degree in Finance, Economics or related fields, with less than two years of work experience. The programme emphasizes mentoring, learning interventions and delivering high‑quality

Qualifications

• Completed degree or postgraduate qualification in Finance, Investment Management, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Commerce or a related field.
• Less than two years of full-time work experience.
• Strong academic record with demonstrated achievement.
• Interest in investment management and broader financial services.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured graduate development programme and own your learning journey.
• Gain practical experience through project work and on-the-job learning.
• Support business teams with research, analysis, reporting and operational activities.
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives and strategic projects.

Skills

Business Case Development

Client Needs Analysis

Customer Complaint Management

Customer Service

Customer Service Delivery

Customer Service Operations

Customer Technical Support

Data Compilation

Developing Creative Solutions

Evaluating Information

Knowledge Management

Legal Practices

Oral Communications

Service to Sales

Solution Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree (B)

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

What You’ll Be Trusted With

• Participate fully in a structured graduate development programme and take ownership of your learning journey.
• Gain practical experience through meaningful project work and on-the-job learning.
• Support business teams with research, analysis, reporting and operational activities.
• Contribute to business improvement initiatives and strategic projects, looking for opportunities to improve how we work.
• Develop industry knowledge and an understanding of investment management practices.
• Participate actively in learning interventions, workshops, mentoring and coaching opportunities.
• Build strong professional relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Bring curiosity and initiative to new challenges, ask questions and look for opportunities to learn and adapt.
• Take accountability for your work and deliver accurate, high-quality outputs.
• Uphold OMIG values, governance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to a positive team environment by communicating openly, building trust and supporting collective success.

Learning and Development

As part of the programme, you will have access to:

• Structured graduate development interventions, mentorship and coaching.
• Technical and professional development opportunities.
• Cross-functional business exposure and investment management learning.
• Digital learning resources and self-directed learning platforms.
• Professional development pathways aligned to business and career aspirations.

Who You Are

You are an ambitious graduate who is curious about the investment management industry and motivated to build a meaningful career in a dynamic environment.

You bring:

• A completed degree or postgraduate qualification in Finance, Investment Management, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Commerce or another relevant field.
• Less than two years of full-time work experience.
• A strong academic record and demonstrated academic achievement.
• An interest in developing your knowledge of investment management and the broader financial services industry.
• Leadership, volunteer, community involvement or extracurricular participation, which will be advantageous.
• A willingness to learn, contribute and take on new challenges.
• Professionalism and a commitment to working with integrity and in line with OMIG's governance and regulatory standards.

The Strengths You’ll Bring

• Scan the Horizon: Curiosity about the investment industry, new ideas, technology and changing ways of working.
• Innovate to Grow: A willingness to challenge yourself, explore better ways of doing things and contribute fresh thinking.
• Learn and Adapt: Strong learning agility and the ability to apply feedback, adapt to new situations and grow through experience.
• Partner with Intent: A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships across teams.
• Communicate Candidly: Clear, confident communication and the ability to present research, ideas and information effectively.
• Foster Trust: Professionalism, integrity, reliability and respect for others.
• Focus on What Matters: Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability, with the judgement to prioritise meaningful work.
• Own It: Accountability, initiative and resilience when working through challenges.
• Deliver Excellence: Attention to detail, sound numerical and quantitative reasoning, and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

What Success Looks Like

Success in the programme means growing your technical and professional capability, successfully applying your learning in the workplace and making a positive contribution to your team and the broader business.

You will build strong stakeholder relationships, demonstrate alignment with OMIG's culture and values, and develop the confidence and capability to pursue future career opportunities within the business.

Skills

Business Case Development, Client Needs Analysis, Customer Complaint Management, Customer Service, Customer Service Delivery, Customer Service Operations, Customer Technical Support, Data Compilation, Developing Creative Solutions, Evaluating Information, Knowledge Management, Legal Practices, Oral Communications, Service to Sales, Solution Analysis

Education

Bachelors Degree (B)

Author Your Story with Old Mutual.

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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