Actuarial Bursaries

Who are we?

Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is focused on serving our retail and corporate clients in South Africa and further developing our strategic advantages in the South African market. Sanlam Life and Savings consists of three clusters - Sanlam Corporate, Sanlam Retail Mass and Sanlam Retail Affluent. The Sanlam Life and Savings Office provides strategic direction, coordination and support to the three clusters, as well as performing governance oversight that includes assurance provided by second line of defense functions in SLS, to enable us to meet our business objectives.

Calling all Matriculants and Actuarial students

For 100 plus years we have been in the business of planning futures – it is more than our job, it is our trade. Our attitude is one of proper dedication to doing what we do exceptionally well. To ensure you live with confidence.

Actuarial bursaries

Part of our commitment to our trade is recognising that for one to be a master in their trade, support is a key ingredient.

That is why we
offer bursaries to scholars who have enrolled to study Actuarial Science in 2027
as well as current students in their
1st/2nd/3rd year of
Actuarial Science studies.

Who are we looking for

Undergraduate Studies

Current full time Actuarial Science students (SA citizens) who are in their 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of studies. If you demonstrate academic ability and a will to succeed, then you are just who we’re looking for.

School leaving learners who intend to study Actuarial Science in 2027

If you are a whiz at maths, enjoy a good challenge by solving difficult problems and are willing to remain focused and disciplined through years of studying and training, then you are just who we’re looking for.

What do we offer

What do we require?

Undergraduate Studies

School leaving learners who intend to study Actuarial Science in 2027

How do you apply?

We are committed to embracing and accelerating transformation. Bursaries will be awarded on merit and in accordance with Sanlam’s employment equity plan in mind.

Please note that all applications need to be completed online. No applications will be accepted via email or after the closing the date. Should you not recieve any feedback by 1 October 2026, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 30 June 2026

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.