Are you a recent South African graduate looking to kickstart your career in finance and insurance? The Old Mutual Graduate Accelerated Programme 2026 offers a strong path for talented individuals. This programme targets future leaders in Old Mutual South Africa (OMSA) and provides hands-on experience in key areas like internal audit and cyber risk.
Programme Overview
The Old Mutual Graduate Accelerated Programme 2026 helps graduates build skills through real-world projects. You will get on-the-job training, coaching, mentorship, and structured learning sessions. There are also regular assessments to track your progress. Once ready, trainees move into permanent roles in business units.
Key Benefits for Participants
Joining this programme means access to professional coaching and mentors who guide your growth. You will have chances for ongoing learning and work in forward-thinking roles. Expect exposure to new technology, cyber risk, and internal audit teams. The focus on career development leads to long-term opportunities in the financial sector.
Available Opportunities
Old Mutual has four trainee roles open for 2026. Each targets specific qualifications and fields.
Graduate Trainee: Internal Auditor – Technology and Cyber Risk
This role suits those with degrees in commerce, engineering, or science. Relevant fields include data science, information systems, computer science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, analytics, or similar. You will work on tech and cyber risk audits.
Graduate Trainee: Internal Auditor – General Internal Audit
Applicants need a qualification in internal auditing. This position covers broad audit tasks across the business.
Graduate Trainee: Internal Auditor – OM Insure
Look for degrees in law, insurance, risk management, or related areas. The role focuses on insurance audits.
Graduate Trainee: Internal Auditor – PF Life & Customer
Qualifications in finance (like BCom or BBusSci), internal or external auditing, or similar fit here. You will audit life insurance and customer areas.
Selection Criteria
To qualify, you must be a South African citizen. Complete or finish an Honours degree or equivalent by the end of 2026. Maintain at least a 65% average in your last two years of study.
Essential Skills and Qualities
Old Mutual seeks graduates with leadership potential and strong analytical thinking. Show problem-solving ability, clear communication, and professionalism. Teamwork, adaptability, and interest in technology matter too.
Reasons to Join
This programme gives valuable experience in corporate settings, especially internal audit and risk. You gain leadership training and mentorship. Work on innovative projects in finance, insurance, risk management, tech, and data science. It sets you up for a solid career in financial services.
Application Process
Apply online using the links below. Submit early, as spots fill fast. Only shortlisted candidates hear back. Meet all academic rules to advance.