Absa Learnership Opportunity: Microinsurance Sales Consultant
Location: Johannesburg
Closing Date: 08 October 2026
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with Absa family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset Absa future and shape Absa destiny as a proudly African group.
Belonging to Absa
Absa is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Absa are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds. In support of Absa Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) commitments and Employment Equity objectives, preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups, including persons with disabilities. Absa encourages applicants who may require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process to let us know so that appropriate support can be provided.
Job Summary: Currently unemployed and not studying, Previous call center exp advantageous. Matric (Grade 12) – Essential, Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field – Essential completed, Clear criminal and credit record.Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle. Willingness to travel within Gauteng The purpose of this learnership is to develop and equip unemployed youth with the practical skills, knowledge, and experience required to succeed in the microinsurance and financial services industry.
As a Microinsurance Sales Consultant Learner, you will contribute to driving financial inclusion by promoting accessible and affordable insurance solutions to underserved communities. The role focuses on building trust with customers, delivering exceptional service, and supporting clients throughout the insurance lifecycle, while gaining hands-on sales and customer engagement experience.
Job Description
This is more than a learnership, it is a career-building opportunity designed to provide:
- Structured theoretical learning and on-the-job training
- Exposure to the insurance and financial services environment
- Development of sales, customer engagement, relationship building and compliance skills
- A pathway into sustainable employment and career growth in insurance sales
Key Responsibilities
- Promote and sell microinsurance products to individuals and communities
- Build trust and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional customer service
- Recommend suitable and affordable insurance solutions.
- Assist clients with applications, policy queries, and claims processes
- Ensure all activities comply with regulatory and company requirements
- Participate in community outreach, awareness campaigns, and educational initiatives
- Accurately capture client information and maintain detailed records
- Meet learnership performance and sales targets
- Continuously develop product knowledge and sales techniques
Key Competencies & Skills
- Ability to engender trust quickly with diverse customers and community groups
- Strong customer service orientation and empathy
- Detail-oriented with strong administrative accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Persuasive and influencing skills
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and community engagement capability
- Basic computer literacy (MS Office / digital platforms)
Minimum Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12) – Essential
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field – Essential
- Currently unemployed and not studying
- Clear criminal and credit record
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- Willingness to travel within Gauteng
Preferred Experience (Advantageous)
- Previous call centre experience
- Exposure to sales or customer service environments
- Prior insurance or financial services experience
Behavioural Attributes
- Self-motivated and resilient
- Goal-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Professional and ethical conduct
- Passion for helping others and making a social impact
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What is Offered
- Practical work experience in a growing industry
- Accredited training and skills development
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals
- Exposure to community development initiatives
Education: GET Certificate: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
About Absa South Africa
Absa South Africa is part of Absa Group Limited, one of South Africa’s largest financial services organisations. The group serves individuals, businesses, corporates and institutional clients through retail banking, business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, insurance and investment services. Absa Bank Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Absa Group and operates mainly in South Africa, with the group’s head office at Absa Towers West in Johannesburg.
Absa has a long history in South Africa. It was incorporated in 1986 as Amalgamated Banks of South Africa, formed through the merger of UBS Holdings, the Allied and Volkskas groups and certain interests of the Sage Group. The company later acquired Bankorp, which included TrustBank, Senbank and Bankfin, before consolidating its banking brands into Absa in 1998. In 2005, Barclays acquired a majority stake in Absa, but the group later separated from Barclays and was renamed Absa Group Limited in 2018.
Today, Absa offers a wide range of banking products to South Africans. Personal customers can access transactional accounts, savings accounts, credit cards, home loans, vehicle finance, personal loans, insurance, investments, foreign exchange and digital banking. Business and corporate clients can access business accounts, commercial finance, trade finance, cash management, merchant services, fleet management, investment banking and other financial solutions. Absa’s digital platforms allow customers to open accounts, transact, apply for finance and manage their money through online and mobile channels.
Absa is also an important employer and contributor to South Africa’s financial sector. Career opportunities exist in areas such as banking, finance, risk management, compliance, information technology, cybersecurity, data analytics, marketing, human resources, legal services, operations and customer care. The group also invests in graduate programmes, internships, learnerships and skills development, giving young South Africans opportunities to build careers in banking and financial services.
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