12 Discovery jobs in South Africa

Developer (Senior) - Discovery Life

Gauteng, Gauteng Discovery Limited

Posted 20 days ago

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Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Life

Discovery Life is an ever growing fast-paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships.

About Discovery Life - Business Intelligence

The Discovery Life – Business Intelligence is part of the Discovery Life Company. We are responsible for building all information assets and delivering information to the business through various reporting channels from an executive level down to the call centre agent. The information assets that we are building is not only limited to report delivery, but also integrated information assets to support the data scientists, risk analysts and the data analytics teams.

Key Purpose

The Business Intelligence (BI) developer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting ETL solutions according to defined frameworks. The right individual will in addition possess the skills and capabilities to design and implement new frameworks required by the team to keep with evolving changes in sources and technologies. Construction of complex BI Solutions based on requirements of business area owners and/or specifications produced by the BI Architects and Systems Analysts. Driving Engagement and building relationships with key stakeholders which include Systems Analysts, BI Architects and Business area owners. The BI Developer should have a firm grasp of BI implementation methodologies especially in a dimensional data warehouse environment using the Microsoft BI stack as a basis for required development.

Responsibilities

  • Construct complex BI solutions based on specifications produced by BI Analysts.
  • Interact with business and system analysts to resolve problems.
  • Collaborate with analysts to understand source structures, evaluate requirements and deliver solid solutions.
  • Conduct data analysis on various source systems as part of the solution development process.
  • Develop and maintain SSIS packages.
  • Create required database structures.
  • Develop and maintain T-SQL code.
  • Analyse SQL execution plans to optimise performance.
  • Workshop solutions with Systems Analysts and Architect to compile relevant technical specifications.
  • Contribute to the development of architectural guidelines and standards.
  • Prototype, Research and Develop new techniques and solutions.
  • Schedule business processes via ETL tools.
  • Excel Reporting and scripting – advanced charting, conditional formatting.
  • Understand and resolve complexities working across multiple database platforms.
  • Develop PowerBI and SSRS reports.
  • Read and maintain code not written by yourself.
  • Follow a formal SDLC as part of solution delivery.
  • Optimise ETL processes and SQL queries by analysing query execution plans.
  • Maintain code repositories for version control of developed solutions.
  • Peer review of code and solutions developed.
  • Create and maintain metadata repositories.
  • Implement database structures according to specifications and guide on improvements (indexes/partitioning etc.) where necessary.
  • Perform ETL support on a standby basis to ensure that the ETL batch completes within SLA.

Personal Attributes and Skills

  • Ability to design and implement complete ETL processes using SSIS and T-SQL.
  • Strong ETL experience in loading slowly changing dimensions as well as transactional and snapshot fact tables.
  • Strong reporting experience using Microsoft data technology stack such as SSRS, Power BI.
  • Ability to design and implement semantic models using SSAS.
  • Ability to write DAX and MDX queries.
  • Proven experience with large datasets in the region of billions of records.
  • Experience working with delta datasets and versioned history on target tables.
  • Solid experience in understanding ERDs and source-to-target mappings.
  • Strong SQL query writing ability across database environments (e.g., Oracle, Netezza, Postgres) with a firm understanding of analytical functions.
  • Evaluate technical ETL solutions for inefficiencies and implement optimization.
  • Strong database fundamentals and data modelling knowledge (normalization and de-normalization).
  • Good understanding of ODS, data warehouse, data mart, cube, and database technologies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Navigating ambiguity and complexity.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Added advantage of Data mining and BIG data technology including Python, Spark, H2O.

Education and Experience

  • National Diploma in IT (BTech) – Essential.
  • Bachelor of Science (Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics) – Advantageous.
  • Microsoft Business Intelligence certifications will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in BI with over 3 years’ experience in implementing complete BI solutions within an enterprise data warehouse.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Developer (senior) - discovery life

Gauteng, Gauteng Discovery Limited

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society. About Discovery Life Discovery Life is an ever growing fast-paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships. About Discovery Life - Business Intelligence The Discovery Life – Business Intelligence is part of the Discovery Life Company. We are responsible for building all information assets and delivering information to the business through various reporting channels from an executive level down to the call centre agent. The information assets that we are building is not only limited to report delivery, but also integrated information assets to support the data scientists, risk analysts and the data analytics teams. Key Purpose The Business Intelligence (BI) developer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting ETL solutions according to defined frameworks. The right individual will in addition possess the skills and capabilities to design and implement new frameworks required by the team to keep with evolving changes in sources and technologies. Construction of complex BI Solutions based on requirements of business area owners and/or specifications produced by the BI Architects and Systems Analysts. Driving Engagement and building relationships with key stakeholders which include Systems Analysts, BI Architects and Business area owners. The BI Developer should have a firm grasp of BI implementation methodologies especially in a dimensional data warehouse environment using the Microsoft BI stack as a basis for required development. Responsibilities Construct complex BI solutions based on specifications produced by BI Analysts. Interact with business and system analysts to resolve problems. Collaborate with analysts to understand source structures, evaluate requirements and deliver solid solutions. Conduct data analysis on various source systems as part of the solution development process. Develop and maintain SSIS packages. Create required database structures. Develop and maintain T-SQL code. Analyse SQL execution plans to optimise performance. Workshop solutions with Systems Analysts and Architect to compile relevant technical specifications. Contribute to the development of architectural guidelines and standards. Prototype, Research and Develop new techniques and solutions. Schedule business processes via ETL tools. Excel Reporting and scripting – advanced charting, conditional formatting. Understand and resolve complexities working across multiple database platforms. Develop Power BI and SSRS reports. Read and maintain code not written by yourself. Follow a formal SDLC as part of solution delivery. Optimise ETL processes and SQL queries by analysing query execution plans. Maintain code repositories for version control of developed solutions. Peer review of code and solutions developed. Create and maintain metadata repositories. Implement database structures according to specifications and guide on improvements (indexes/partitioning etc.) where necessary. Perform ETL support on a standby basis to ensure that the ETL batch completes within SLA. Personal Attributes and Skills Ability to design and implement complete ETL processes using SSIS and T-SQL. Strong ETL experience in loading slowly changing dimensions as well as transactional and snapshot fact tables. Strong reporting experience using Microsoft data technology stack such as SSRS, Power BI. Ability to design and implement semantic models using SSAS. Ability to write DAX and MDX queries. Proven experience with large datasets in the region of billions of records. Experience working with delta datasets and versioned history on target tables. Solid experience in understanding ERDs and source-to-target mappings. Strong SQL query writing ability across database environments (e.g., Oracle, Netezza, Postgres) with a firm understanding of analytical functions. Evaluate technical ETL solutions for inefficiencies and implement optimization. Strong database fundamentals and data modelling knowledge (normalization and de-normalization). Good understanding of ODS, data warehouse, data mart, cube, and database technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Navigating ambiguity and complexity. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Added advantage of Data mining and BIG data technology including Python, Spark, H2 O. Education and Experience National Diploma in IT (BTech) – Essential. Bachelor of Science (Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics) – Advantageous. Microsoft Business Intelligence certifications will be an added advantage. Minimum 5 years’ experience in BI with over 3 years’ experience in implementing complete BI solutions within an enterprise data warehouse. EMPLOYMENT EQUITY The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Developer (senior) - discovery life

Gauteng, Gauteng Discovery Limited

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society. About Discovery Life Discovery Life is an ever growing fast-paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships. About Discovery Life - Business Intelligence The Discovery Life – Business Intelligence is part of the Discovery Life Company. We are responsible for building all information assets and delivering information to the business through various reporting channels from an executive level down to the call centre agent. The information assets that we are building is not only limited to report delivery, but also integrated information assets to support the data scientists, risk analysts and the data analytics teams. Key Purpose The Business Intelligence (BI) developer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting ETL solutions according to defined frameworks. The right individual will in addition possess the skills and capabilities to design and implement new frameworks required by the team to keep with evolving changes in sources and technologies. Construction of complex BI Solutions based on requirements of business area owners and/or specifications produced by the BI Architects and Systems Analysts. Driving Engagement and building relationships with key stakeholders which include Systems Analysts, BI Architects and Business area owners. The BI Developer should have a firm grasp of BI implementation methodologies especially in a dimensional data warehouse environment using the Microsoft BI stack as a basis for required development. Responsibilities Construct complex BI solutions based on specifications produced by BI Analysts. Interact with business and system analysts to resolve problems. Collaborate with analysts to understand source structures, evaluate requirements and deliver solid solutions. Conduct data analysis on various source systems as part of the solution development process. Develop and maintain SSIS packages. Create required database structures. Develop and maintain T-SQL code. Analyse SQL execution plans to optimise performance. Workshop solutions with Systems Analysts and Architect to compile relevant technical specifications. Contribute to the development of architectural guidelines and standards. Prototype, Research and Develop new techniques and solutions. Schedule business processes via ETL tools. Excel Reporting and scripting – advanced charting, conditional formatting. Understand and resolve complexities working across multiple database platforms. Develop Power BI and SSRS reports. Read and maintain code not written by yourself. Follow a formal SDLC as part of solution delivery. Optimise ETL processes and SQL queries by analysing query execution plans. Maintain code repositories for version control of developed solutions. Peer review of code and solutions developed. Create and maintain metadata repositories. Implement database structures according to specifications and guide on improvements (indexes/partitioning etc.) where necessary. Perform ETL support on a standby basis to ensure that the ETL batch completes within SLA. Personal Attributes and Skills Ability to design and implement complete ETL processes using SSIS and T-SQL. Strong ETL experience in loading slowly changing dimensions as well as transactional and snapshot fact tables. Strong reporting experience using Microsoft data technology stack such as SSRS, Power BI. Ability to design and implement semantic models using SSAS. Ability to write DAX and MDX queries. Proven experience with large datasets in the region of billions of records. Experience working with delta datasets and versioned history on target tables. Solid experience in understanding ERDs and source-to-target mappings. Strong SQL query writing ability across database environments (e.g., Oracle, Netezza, Postgres) with a firm understanding of analytical functions. Evaluate technical ETL solutions for inefficiencies and implement optimization. Strong database fundamentals and data modelling knowledge (normalization and de-normalization). Good understanding of ODS, data warehouse, data mart, cube, and database technologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Navigating ambiguity and complexity. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Added advantage of Data mining and BIG data technology including Python, Spark, H2 O. Education and Experience National Diploma in IT (BTech) – Essential. Bachelor of Science (Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics) – Advantageous. Microsoft Business Intelligence certifications will be an added advantage. Minimum 5 years’ experience in BI with over 3 years’ experience in implementing complete BI solutions within an enterprise data warehouse. EMPLOYMENT EQUITY The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Learnership - Wealth Management (Discovery Life)

Gauteng, Gauteng Discovery Limited

Posted 7 days ago

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Discovery Life Learnership: Wealth Management

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Life

Discovery Life is an ever growing fast paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Wealth Management

Life benefits, retirement funds, funeral policies, client servicing, claims, pre-sale underwriting and new business

Personal Attributes And Skills

  • Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills
  • Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
  • Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
  • Time management and planning skills
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
  • Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
  • Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
  • Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.
  • Technologically Savvy
  • Logical Reasoning

Education And Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

  • Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
  • English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
  • Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 - 60%)
  • 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
  • May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage)

Specific Requirements

  • Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
  • Not have completed any previous Learnership.
  • Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years;
  • Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
  • Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook
  • Only South African candidates by birth will be considered.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Learnership - Wealth Management (Discovery Life)

Johannesburg, Gauteng Discovery Limited

Posted 10 days ago

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Discovery Life Learnership: Wealth Management

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Life

Discovery Life is an ever growing fast paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships.

Key Purpose of the role

This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Wealth Management:

Life benefits, retirement funds, funeral policies, client servicing, claims, pre-sale underwriting and new business

Personal Attributes and Skills

  • Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills
  • Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
  • Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
  • Time management and planning skills
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
  • Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
  • Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
  • Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner.
  • Technologically Savvy
  • Logical Reasoning

Education and Experience

Grade 12 is essential.

  • Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
  • English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
  • Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 - 60%)
  • 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
  • May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage)


Specific Requirements:

  • Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
  • Not have completed any previous Learnership.
  • Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years;
  • Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
  • Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook
  • Only South African candidates by birth will be considered.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Learnership - wealth management (discovery life)

Gauteng, Gauteng Discovery Limited

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Discovery Life Learnership: Wealth Management About DiscoveryDiscovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.About Discovery LifeDiscovery Life is an ever growing fast paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships.Key Purpose of the roleThis Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.Areas of responsibility may include but not limited toWealth ManagementLife benefits, retirement funds, funeral policies, client servicing, claims, pre-sale underwriting and new businessPersonal Attributes And SkillsInnovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner. Time management and planning skills Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player. Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it. Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner. Technologically Savvy Logical Reasoning Education And ExperienceGrade 12 is essential.Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%) English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%) Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 - 60%) 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%) May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage) Specific RequirementsNot be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment; Not have completed any previous Learnership. Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years; Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language; Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook Only South African candidates by birth will be considered. EMPLOYMENT EQUITYThe Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Discovery insurance learnerships 2025 / 2026

Johannesburg, Gauteng Afterskul

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Discovery invites young South Africans to apply for the Learnership Opportunities 2025 / 2026 in the Financial Services industry. These learnerships lead to a nationally recognised FETC: Long/Short Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification , combining structured learning with practical workplace experience. Learnerships Available Short Term Insurance Learnership Long Term Insurance Learnership Applicants must meet the following criteria: Grade 12 with:Mathematics: Minimum Level 4 (50%) English: Minimum Level 4 (50%) Maths Literacy: Minimum Level 5 (60%) Second language: Minimum Level 4 (50%) Must not be engaged in post-Matric studies or formal employment Must not have completed any previous learnership Must be 18–25 years old Basic computer skills (MS Excel & MS Outlook) Advantageous: Incomplete tertiary qualification in a relevant field. Innovative, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities Attention to detail and accuracy Time management and planning skills Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively Strong teamwork and independence balance Service-driven, adaptable, and eager to learn Locations & How to Apply Applicants can apply online for their preferred location using the links below: Sandton, Gauteng – Short Term Insurance LearnershipApply Online Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal – Long Term Insurance LearnershipApply Online Cape Town, Western Cape – Long Term Insurance LearnershipApply Online Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape – Long Term Insurance LearnershipApply Online Cape Town, Western Cape – Short Term Insurance LearnershipApply Online Why Apply? This learnership provides valuable training and experience in the insurance sector, giving young people the chance to enter a professional career path with a nationally accredited qualification . #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Learnership - wealth management (discovery life)

Johannesburg, Gauteng Discovery Limited

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Discovery Life Learnership: Wealth Management About Discovery Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society. About Discovery Life Discovery Life is an ever growing fast paced and dynamic environment that provides innovative risk assurance to individual clients. This environment thrives on customer engagement and customer experience as well as mutually beneficial relationships with our brokers and other stakeholders. It is important for our employees to provide a world class service to our internal and external clients, thereby ensuring long and sustainable relationships. Key Purpose of the role This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised NC: Wealth Management NQF Level 5 qualification which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry. Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to Wealth Management: Life benefits, retirement funds, funeral policies, client servicing, claims, pre-sale underwriting and new business Personal Attributes and Skills Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem-solving skills Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner. Time management and planning skills Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player. Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it. Speaks fluently and writes in a well-structured and logical manner. Technologically Savvy Logical Reasoning Education and Experience Grade 12 is essential. Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%) English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%) Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 - 60%) 2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%) May have an incomplete tertiary (financial) qualification (advantage) Specific Requirements: Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment; Not have completed any previous Learnership. Be between the ages of 18 and 30 years; Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language; Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook Only South African candidates by birth will be considered. EMPLOYMENT EQUITY The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Discovery Connect -Telesales Consultant(1 DP)

Sandton, Gauteng Discovery Limited

Posted 2 days ago

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Function: Call Center / Contact Center

Date: 28 Aug 2025

Discovery Connect – 1 DP

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Connect

People increasingly want to transact faster, on their terms, in fluid, and dynamic ways. Discovery Connect facilitates this need as a direct sales channel, leveraging the best of technology with the best in people. We are often a client’s first impression of Discovery so we must have the best Discovery ambassadors in our team. At the forefront of client acquisition methodology, Discovery Connect continues to be one of the fastest-growing divisions in the group. Representing all product lines. there is an opportunity for forward thinkers, innovators, and people who thrive on complexity in a growing business .

Key purpose

The successful individual will be required to provide the best direct to client service, by identifying the medical aid/ health needs of our clients and presenting the best sales opportunities.

The successful individual will be required to perform on, but not limited to the following key outputs:

Communication to members telephonically via fax and email

Attending to general administration

Achieve quality target

Overcome objections

Adhering to service level agreements

Personal attributes and skills

The successful individual will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Target Driven
  • Team Player
  • Goal orientated
  • Self motivated
  • Ability to perform under pressure
  • Adapt to change
  • Self managed
  • Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge
  • Speak fluently (accent neutral) English/Afrikaans

Qualification & Experience

  • Matric
  • At least 1year sales experience, preferably in an outbound telesales environment
  • PC literacy, email, word, excel
  • NQF5 and RE5 qualification

Advantageous Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year health product knowledge
  • Discovery Health Knowledge
  • Tertiary qualification

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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Discovery Connect -Telesales Consultant(1 DP)

Johannesburg, Gauteng Discovery Limited

Posted 4 days ago

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Discovery Connect – 1 DP

Health Telesales Consultant

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Connect

People increasingly want to transact faster, on their terms, in fluid, and dynamic ways. Discovery Connect facilitates this need as a direct sales channel, leveraging the best of technology with the best in people. We are often a client’s first impression of Discovery so we must have the best Discovery ambassadors in our team. At the forefront of client acquisition methodology, Discovery Connect continues to be one of the fastest-growing divisions in the group. Representing all product lines. there is an opportunity for forward thinkers, innovators, and people who thrive on complexity in a growing business .

Key purpose

The successful individual will be required to provide the best direct to client service, by identifying the medical aid/ health needs of our clients and presenting the best sales opportunities.

Key Outputs

The successful individual will be required to perform on, but not limited to the following key outputs:

Achieve Health Sales target

Communication to members telephonically via fax and email

Attending to general administration

Conduct Financial Needs Analysis

Achieve quality target

Overcome objections

Adhering to service level agreements

Personal attributes and skills

The successful individual will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Target Driven
  • Team Player
  • Goal orientated
  • Self motivated
  • Ability to perform under pressure
  • Adapt to change
  • Persuasiveness
  • Resilience/Tenacity
  • Sound Time Management
  • Self managed
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge
  • Speak fluently (accent neutral) English/Afrikaans

Qualification & Experience

Essential Requirements:

  • Matric
  • At least 1year sales experience, preferably in an outbound telesales environment
  • PC literacy, email, word, excel
  • NQF5 and RE5 qualification

Advantageous Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year health product knowledge
  • Discovery Health Knowledge
  • Tertiary qualification

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

#J-18808-Ljbffr
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