Discovery invites young South Africans to apply for the Wealth Management Learnership Programme 2026 / 2027 in Sandton, Gauteng.
Learnership Application Closing Date: Not specified
Learnership Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
About the Discovery Wealth Management Learnership
The Discovery Wealth Management Learnership provides young people with an opportunity to gain a nationally recognised National Certificate: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification while obtaining practical workplace experience in the financial services industry.
The programme combines structured theoretical learning with hands-on workplace experience, giving successful candidates exposure to financial planning, wealth management, financial products and the development of training materials for financial advisers.
Qualification Offered
Successful learners will work towards a:
National Certificate: Wealth Management – NQF Level 5
The programme combines structured learning with practical experience in the financial services industry.
Responsibilities
Successful learners may be responsible for:
- Supporting financial planning and learning and development specialists with the review and development of training materials for financial advisers.
- Researching financial products, market trends and regulatory developments.
- Gathering and analysing information for training materials, case studies and scenario-planning exercises.
- Preparing reports and summaries used to develop training content.
- Organising and maintaining databases of training materials and resources.
- Collecting feedback from training participants and identifying opportunities to improve content or delivery.
- Participating in brainstorming sessions to improve training solutions.
- Keeping up to date with developments in financial advising and wealth management.
- Participating in professional development and training sessions.
- Learning from experienced Certified Financial Planners (CFPs) and learning and development practitioners through guidance and mentorship.
Grade 12 Requirements
Applicants must have completed Grade 12 and meet the following subject requirements:
- Mathematics: Minimum Level 4 – 50%.
- English: Minimum Level 4 – 50%.
- Mathematical Literacy: Minimum Level 5 – 60%.
- Second Language: Minimum Level 4 – 50%.
Applicants should check the official application requirements carefully regarding the Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy criteria before submitting their applications.
Additional Requirements
Candidates must:
- Be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Not currently be engaged in post-Matric studies.
- Not be formally employed.
- Not have previously completed a learnership.
- Have effective written and verbal English communication skills.
- Have basic computer skills, particularly MS Excel and MS Outlook.
- Meet the stated South African citizenship requirement.
An incomplete tertiary qualification in a financial-related field will be advantageous.
Skills You Can Develop
The programme provides an opportunity to develop practical skills in areas such as financial services, wealth management, research, data analysis, financial products, training-content development and professional communication.
Learners will also have opportunities to interact with experienced CFPs and learning and development professionals for mentorship and workplace development.
How to Apply
Applications for the Discovery Wealth Management Learnership 2026 / 2027 must be submitted online through the Discovery careers portal.
Click here to apply for Discovery Wealth Management Learnerships 2026 / 2027
Applicants should ensure that all required information is completed accurately before submitting their online application.