Liberty Group Limited is opening a learnership that could change your career right now. If you are unemployed, have finished Matric and want to work in finance, this chance lets you earn a recognised qualification while you get paid workplace experience.
What the learnership is
The Liberty Business Insurance & Asset Management Learnership Programme 2026 runs from the Liberty Corporate Benefits office in Johannesburg. It is a part‑time role that combines classroom learning with on‑the‑job training. Learners study toward a nationally recognised Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification.
Who can apply – eligibility
- Organisation: Liberty Group Limited
- Business segment: Insurance & Asset Management
- Programme: Business Insurance & Asset Management Learnership Programme 2026
- Division: Liberty Corporate Benefits
- Location: 1 Ameshoff Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- Job type: Part‑time
- Job reference: 80455136A‑0001
- Age: 18–35 years
- Citizenship: South African
- Qualification needed: Matric
- Subject marks needed: at least 60 % in Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and at least 60 % in English
- Employment status: must be unemployed and not studying or registered in another learnership
- Qualification offered: Wealth Management NQF Level 5
What you will gain
- Practical experience in employee‑benefits administration, group risk, and financial services operations.
- Understanding of the regulatory framework that governs banks, insurers and asset managers.
- Skills in handling client queries, customer service and professional communication.
- Core workplace abilities – time‑management, teamwork, reliability and written communication.
- A nationally recognised Level 5 qualification that can be added to your CV.
How to apply – step by step
- Check that you meet every requirement listed above, especially the 60 % marks in Maths and English.
- Gather a clear copy of your Matric certificate and a list of your results.
- Prepare a concise CV. Include your contact details, a short profile, education, relevant subjects, computer skills, any volunteer work or leadership roles, and references if you have them.
- Make sure the job reference 80455136A‑0001 is typed exactly as shown.
- Visit the official application page and submit your application: Apply here.
- Upload the required documents (Matric results, CV, ID copy). Ensure all files are readable.
- Review every field for accuracy – especially your phone number and email address.
- Submit the application and keep a screenshot or confirmation email as proof.
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that you have the minimum 60 % in both Maths and English before you start.
- Proofread your CV and application for spelling or grammar errors – written communication is a key competency.
- Explain in your cover letter why you are interested in financial services and what you know about employee benefits.
- Show any experience where you handled data, worked in a team or helped customers, even if it was from school projects or volunteering.
- Do not exaggerate your experience. Honesty is essential and will be verified.
- Apply as soon as possible. The posting has no public closing date, and spots may fill quickly.
Final thoughts
If you meet the eligibility criteria, this learnership offers a clear pathway into the finance sector. It does not guarantee a permanent job, but it gives you a recognised qualification, real‑world skills and a foot‑in‑the‑door with a major employer. Take the time to prepare a tidy application, submit it promptly, and keep looking for other opportunities while you wait for a response.
SETA SA Application Guidance
Prepare your Matric certificate
Make sure the document is clear and shows the required marks in Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy and English.
Update your CV
Keep it short and relevant. List only information you can prove.
Use the correct job reference
Always include 80455136A‑0001 on your application.
Research basic employee‑benefits terms
Familiarise yourself with words like “group risk”, “wealth management” and “retirement benefits” before an interview.
Proofread everything
Spelling mistakes can cost you points in the written‑communication assessment.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying without the required 60 % marks.
- Leaving contact details incomplete or incorrect.
- Uploading blurry or unreadable documents.
- Submitting an outdated CV.
- Applying while you are still studying or in another learnership.
- Providing false information.
Disclaimer
This article is for information only. SETA SA is not Liberty Group Limited and does not control Liberty’s recruitment process. Programme details may change; always verify the latest information on the official Liberty vacancy page.
Editorial integrity
SETA SA presents independent guidance to help South African job seekers understand official advertisements. All “Official Requirements” come from Liberty’s published materials. Sections labelled “SETA SA Application Guidance”, “tips”, and “common mistakes” are added by SETA SA to aid applicants. No part of this article invents missing details such as stipend amounts or guaranteed employment.
