Marsh McLennan is offering a valuable learnership opportunity for young South Africans who have completed Matric and are eager to begin their professional journey within the insurance and risk advisory sector. This 12-month Learnership Programme is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and is aimed at unemployed youth seeking structured workplace exposure combined with formal learning.
This programme is ideal for matriculants who are passionate about building a long-term career in insurance, risk management, and professional services within a globally recognised organisation.
Learnership Overview
The Marsh McLennan Learnership Programme runs for a period of 12 months and offers participants the opportunity to study while receiving on-the-job training. Learners who successfully complete the programme will obtain a Higher Certificate in Short Term Insurance.
Participants will also receive a monthly stipend for the full duration of the learnership, along with exposure to a professional working environment that supports growth, development, and career progression.
What Learners Can Expect
Learners will become part of a supportive and inclusive working culture designed to develop both personal and professional skills. The programme is structured to challenge participants while providing guidance, mentorship, and hands-on experience.
Successful learners will gain a recognised qualification at the end of the programme, practical workplace exposure within the insurance industry, and an opportunity to build a long-term career with Marsh McLennan.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all the qualifying criteria to be considered for this learnership. Candidates must have completed Matric or Grade 12 with English passed as a first or second language, and Mathematics passed with a minimum of 60 percent.
Applicants must be in possession of a valid Matric certificate or official statement of results as proof of having passed Matric in 2025 or earlier. Only South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 25 will be considered.
Candidates must be available to start the programme on 01 February 2026 and must reside in or close to Johannesburg, Gauteng. Applicants must not have previously participated in any SETA-funded initiative and must not be currently enrolled in post-Matric studies or formal employment.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must ensure that all required documents are ready to upload at the time of application. These include a detailed CV, a certified copy of a South African ID, and a Matric certificate or official statement of results.
Applications submitted without both an ID copy and Matric certificate will not be considered.
Learners will not be permitted to participate in any post-Matric studies or other learning initiatives while registered on the Marsh McLennan Learnership Programme.
About Marsh McLennan
Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy, and people advisory services, operating in more than 130 countries. The organisation delivers expertise through four key businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman.
Guy Carpenter, a business of Marsh McLennan, is a leading global risk advisory and reinsurance specialist and broker. The company is known for its collaborative work environment, where individuals are empowered to learn from industry experts and grow meaningful careers.
Employment Equity and Inclusion
Marsh McLennan is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is available to ensure that all candidates can fully participate in the recruitment process.
The organisation also supports a hybrid work model, with colleagues expected to work in the office or onsite with clients at least three days per week, depending on role requirements.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Marsh McLennan careers platform. Interested candidates should ensure that all supporting documents are uploaded and that the application is completed in full.
Applications can be submitted via the Marsh McLennan careers website at careers.marsh.com
Closing Date
The closing date for applications will be communicated on the Marsh McLennan careers platform.
Marsh McLennan is offering a 12-month learnership programme for Matriculants in Johannesburg in 2026, leading to a Higher Certificate in Short Term Insurance with monthly stipend.
