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Graduate : Administrative Assistant (PG 7) Bellville, Cape Town
Who are we?
Sanlam Life Ltd is one of the top financial services providers in the South African market.
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our financial advisors. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our financial advisors to realise their worth.
Our company is built on a respect for what people are worth and an appreciation for what they can become. We know that your worth is infinite and unique – and want to inspire you to realise this worth.
This is why we give each and every person who is contracted at Sanlam the opportunity to make the most of who they are, and to be recognised, respected and rewarded for their capabilities.
What will you do?
This is a 12 month contract position allowing the incumbent to gain relevant work experience in the Financial Services industry.
The graduate will be responsible for supporting a number of different non-technical disciplines in delivering projects to meet business needs. This offers the opportunity to apply their graduate studies in a practical environment and to further their professional development. Most tasks and responsibilities will require a dedicated contribution as part of a team, but individual initiative will be encouraged. The longer-term view would lead to either specialising in a specific work discipline, or following a management career path. Duties may typically include project work through research and analysis, supporting improvement initiatives, liaison and negotiation with internal and external stakeholders and arranging meetings and briefings.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Alignment and Execution:
• Assist in aligning national strategies with regional execution
• Support the creation and alignment of strategies to ensure they meet regional needs effectively
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives
Research, Networking, and Prospecting:
• Conduct ongoing research to identify new opportunities and potential partnerships.
• Support business development activities to broaden our horizons and uncover valuable partnerships.
• Assist in stakeholder engagement to drive distribution channels collaboration and business growth.
Performance Monitoring and Strategic Guidance:
• Monitor and report on the performance and productivity of strategies and partnerships
• Provide insights for informed decision-making and support the refinement of approaches.
• Assist in guiding the execution of national strategies across regions to ensure support for teams and maximize opportunities.
Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:
• Ensure robust communication and alignment with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative environment to achieve strategic goals.
General Support:
• Provide administrative and operational support
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation as needed.
• Assist with other tasks and projects as assigned.
What will make you successful in this role?
Qualification & experience
• Grade 12
• Diploma / Degree in BSc Statistics; BCOM Business Management
Knowledge and skills
• Successful candidate should be unemployed
• Preferably no or very limited previous working experience
• Knowledge and experience in MS Office
Personal Attributes
Action orientated - Contributing independentlyDemonstrates self-awareness - Contributing independentlyPlans and aligns - Contributing independentlyOptimises work processes - Contributing independentlyCore Competencies
Being resilient - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyCultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyBuild a successful career with us
• If you meet the above criteria, and is interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV.
• The closing date for applications is Thursday, 1 August 2024.
The recruiter reserves the right to withdraw the advertisement prior to the closing date or to allow further applications to be submitted after the closing date indicated.
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment as we believe these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.
