Liberty invites Actuarial Science students to apply for the Actuarial Bursary 2026.
Bursary Application Closing Date: Not specified
Bursary Location: Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Standard Bank Actuarial Bursary 2026
Standard Bank Group is inviting applications for the Actuarial Bursary opportunity.
This bursary opportunity is suitable for students who are currently enrolled in a First Degree programme in Actuarial Science and want to gain exposure to actuarial modelling, financial analysis and quantitative research.
The opportunity is based in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, with employees working in a hybrid mode.
Bursary Details
Organisation: Standard Bank Group
Opportunity: Actuarial Bursary
Business Segment: Insurance and Asset Management
Location: 1 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg
Work Mode: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time
Field of Study: Actuarial Science
Application Method: Online
About Standard Bank Group
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group.
The group offers career-enhancing opportunities and allows young professionals to work alongside talented and motivated people in the financial services sector.
Standard Bank serves individuals, businesses, high-net-worth families, multinational corporates and institutions.
The organisation is focused on creating growth in Africa and delivering meaningful value to clients and communities.
Purpose of the Opportunity
The successful candidate will perform defined actuarial modelling, analysis and reporting activities under supervision.
The role involves applying actuarial, statistical and mathematical techniques to support business and financial problem-solving.
The candidate will gain familiarity with the business environment and build practical knowledge in actuarial work across Standard Bank Group.
Areas of Exposure
The bursary opportunity may expose students to actuarial capability areas such as:
Risk.
Product development.
Product pricing.
Actuarial valuation.
Finance.
Financial analysis.
Quantitative research.
Actuarial modelling.
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a First Degree programme in Actuarial Science.
Required Experience
Applicants must currently be in their first year of study in Actuarial Science.
Applicants should have demonstrated experience or exposure to actuarial modelling, financial analysis or quantitative research methodologies.
Behavioural Competencies
Applicants should be able to adopt practical approaches.
Applicants should be able to articulate information clearly.
Applicants should pay attention to detail and check information carefully.
Applicants should be willing to develop expertise and embrace change.
Applicants should be able to examine information and explore possibilities.
Applicants should be able to follow procedures and generate ideas.
Applicants should be able to interpret data and invite feedback.
Applicants should be able to manage tasks and meet deadlines.
Applicants should be able to produce quality output and provide insights.
Applicants should be goal-driven, composed and action-oriented.
Applicants should also be able to work well in a team.
Technical Competencies
Applicants should have or be developing skills in:
Data analysis.
Data integrity.
Quantitative analysis.
Statistical and mathematical analysis.
Coding.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for students who are passionate about actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, financial modelling and data analysis.
Students who want to build careers in insurance, asset management, finance, risk management, product pricing or actuarial valuation are encouraged to apply.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents before applying:
Updated Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copy of South African ID.
Proof of registration or enrolment in Actuarial Science.
Latest academic transcript or academic results.
Matric certificate, if requested.
Any additional documents required during the online application process.
How to apply
Click here to apply for Standard Bank Actuarial Bursary 2026.
Applicants must apply online through the official Standard Bank Group recruitment portal.
Applicants should complete the online application form and upload all required supporting documents before submitting.
Important Notes
Applicants must be enrolled in a First Degree programme in Actuarial Science.
Applicants must currently be in their first year of study in Actuarial Science.
Applicants should have exposure to actuarial modelling, financial analysis or quantitative research methodologies.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Liberty Actuarial Bursary 2026 was not specified in the provided information.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible through the official online application portal.