Discovery Learnership – Long Term Insurance Opportunity

Apply for Discovery Learnership 2025

Business Unit: Discovery Central Services
Function: Learnerships
Location: Discovery Health (GAU Service Team)
Closing Date: Not specified
Published: 6 August 2025

Launch Your Career with Discovery Learnership in Long Term Insurance

Are you a recent matriculant passionate about financial services and eager to launch your career with one of South Africa’s leading organisations? The Discovery Learnership in Long Term Insurance offers a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification. This programme combines structured learning with hands-on workplace experience, setting the foundation for a strong career in the insurance and healthcare sector.

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What You’ll Learn and Do

The learnership is structured to provide both academic training and real-world exposure. Successful applicants will work with Discovery Health’s GAU Service Team in roles such as:

• Medical aid client servicing
• Claims processing
• Health benefits administration
• New business support

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking growth in the financial services and health insurance sectors.

Key Requirements for the Discovery Learnership

To qualify for the Discovery Long Term Insurance Learnership, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Age: Between 18 and 25 years old
• Education: Matric/Grade 12 with:
  • Maths: Minimum Level 4 (50%)
  • English: Minimum Level 4 (50%)
  • Maths Literacy: Minimum Level 5 (60%)
  • 2nd Language: Minimum Level 4 (50%)
• Skills:
  • Basic MS Excel and MS Outlook proficiency
  • Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written)
  • Analytical and critical thinking skills

Applicants must not be currently employed or pursuing further education. Prior participation in any learnership programme disqualifies candidates.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

Discovery is looking for individuals who are:

• Detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Able to manage time effectively under pressure
• Comfortable working both independently and within a team
• Adaptable and open to feedback
• Service-driven with a sense of urgency

Employment Equity Commitment

Discovery is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from candidates with disabilities are encouraged in alignment with the company’s Employment Equity Plan.

How to Apply

Interested in starting your journey in the long term insurance industry?
Click here to apply for the Discovery Learnership 2025.