Old Mutual invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Amathuba Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027 in Johannesburg.
Learnership Application Closing Date: Not specified
Learnership Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Old Mutual Amathuba Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027
The Old Mutual Amathuba Learnership Programme gives young people an opportunity to complete an accredited Wealth Management NQF Level 4 qualification while gaining practical workplace experience.
The qualification is FSP recognised and can support future career paths in areas such as underwriting, financial investment advice and insurance brokerage.
Programme Overview
Organisation: Old Mutual
Programme: Amathuba Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027
Qualification: Wealth Management NQF Level 4
Duration: 12 months
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Programme Start Date: 01 October 2026
Target Group: Unemployed South African youth
Age Requirement: 18 to 30 years
Application Method: Online
What the Programme Offers
Learners will be allocated a mentor who will provide guidance throughout the programme.
Participants will complete a combination of workplace and classroom learning over 12 months and will be required to maintain a logbook for the duration of the programme.
Learners will also gain exposure to financial products, legislation and business ethics and may participate in Corporate Social Investment projects.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Be unemployed.
- Not currently be studying towards another qualification at another educational institution.
- Have not previously participated in a Wealth Management NQF Level 4 learnership.
- Have passed Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification.
- Be available to start the programme on 01 October 2026.
Matric Subject Requirements
Applicants must have achieved at least:
English: 50% or higher
Official second language: 50% or higher
and either:
Pure Mathematics: 50% or higher
or
Mathematical Literacy: 50% or higher
These subject requirements are compulsory.
Skills and Competencies
Old Mutual is looking for candidates who demonstrate accountability, effective communication, customer focus and willingness to learn.
Other listed competencies include collaboration, planning and alignment, self-development, managing complexity, improving work processes, organisational awareness and agile learning.
Required Application Documents
Applicants should have the following documents ready:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified Matric results.
- Identity Document.
How to Apply for Old Mutual Amathuba Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027
Applications must be submitted online through the Old Mutual Early Careers recruitment portal.
Click here to apply for Old Mutual Amathuba Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027
Applicants should complete the online application carefully and ensure that the required documents are available.
Learnership Application Closing Date
A specific closing date is not stated in the supplied advertisement.
However, Old Mutual notes that applicants who have not received feedback by:
11 September 2026
should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Because the programme starts on 01 October 2026, applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible while the vacancy remains available.
Important Application Notes
The programme runs for 12 months and combines classroom learning with practical workplace experience.
Applicants must be unemployed, aged between 18 and 30 and must not currently be studying towards another qualification.
Candidates who have previously completed a Wealth Management NQF Level 4 learnership are not eligible to apply.