Sanlam invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for SAICA Trainee Accountant Programme 2025 /2026.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 31 May 2025
Learnership Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Why Choose Sanlam?
As one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups, Sanlam offers a unique training environment that spans over 31 countries, including operations across Africa, India, and Malaysia. The SAICA-accredited training programme at Sanlam is tailored to equip candidates with the technical and professional competencies required to qualify as a Chartered Accountant.
What Does the SAICA Trainee Accountant Role Involve?
During the three-year training programme, trainees will rotate through various departments across the Sanlam Group, including Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, SanlamAllianz, Sanlam FinTech, Santam, and the Group Office.
Through this rotational exposure, you will develop a wide range of SAICA-prescribed competencies, including:
- Ethics and Citizenship
- Business and Financial Acumen
- Decision-Making and Digital Skills
- Internal Audit and Governance
- Risk Management
- Taxation and Financial Reporting
This hands-on experience will prepare you for a thriving career in finance, audit, or strategic decision-making within a global business environment.
Minimum Requirements
To apply for the Sanlam CA Training Programme, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Certificate in the Theory of Accountancy (CTA) or a SAICA-recognised Postgraduate qualification
- Academic average of 60% or higher
- Membership or involvement in a university or community organisation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (advantageous)
Ideal Candidate Attributes
Sanlam is looking for individuals who demonstrate:
- A passion for excellence and professionalism
- A desire to learn and grow through hands-on experience
- Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and communication skills
- A commitment to innovation, collaboration, and ethical integrity
How to apply
Click here to apply online for SAICA Trainee Accountant Opportunity 2026 at Sanlam
Diversity & Inclusion
Sanlam is committed to transformation and diversity, and applications from African Foreign Nationals who meet the minimum criteria are welcomed. The company’s inclusive culture ensures that everyone is empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
To apply for this job please visit careers.sanlamcloud.co.za.