Guardrisk – Insurance Learnership 2027

Guardrisk is inviting unemployed applicants to apply for its 2027 insurance learnership in Sandton, Gauteng. The 12-month programme is scheduled to start on 1 March 2027.

Learners will combine classroom study with practical workplace experience and work towards a Short Term and Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by INSETA and SAQA. The programme can provide exposure to career paths such as Claims and Operations.

Important: Applicants need at least 60% in pure Mathematics or 70% in Mathematical Literacy, as well as 65% in English. They must be unemployed, aged 18 to 35 and must not have participated in a learnership before.

At a glance

What the learnership offers

A learnership brings together theoretical learning and supervised work experience. Successful applicants will be employed for a fixed 12-month period while completing the programme’s learning and assessment requirements.

• Classroom learning and practical training in the workplace.
• Training towards a Short Term and Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification recognised by INSETA and SAQA.
• Experience with Guardrisk products, policies, systems and operational processes.
• Exposure to client service and possible career paths in Claims and Operations.
• Workplace learning records, a portfolio of evidence and formal assessments.

The qualification depends on meeting the programme’s learning and assessment requirements. Guardrisk explicitly says that completing the learnership does not guarantee full-time employment afterwards.

Minimum application requirements

• Have passed Grade 12 or an NQF Level 4 qualification.
• Have achieved at least 60% in pure Mathematics or 70% in Mathematical Literacy.
• Have achieved at least 65% in English.
• Be currently unemployed.
• Be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Have never participated in a learnership before.

The mathematics options are alternatives: the advert accepts the specified mark in either pure Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy. Check your final subject results before applying. The published requirements do not specify a driver’s licence, prior work experience or a separate tertiary qualification.

Learning activities and duties

• Attend classroom sessions and participate in practical workplace training.
• Learn Guardrisk’s products, policies, procedures and company systems.
• Complete formative and summative assessments.
• Compile a portfolio of evidence for submission to the relevant SETA.
• Keep accurate logbooks of work-based learning.
• Support clients and stakeholders, respond to queries and follow service standards.
• Build productive relationships with colleagues and participate in team activities.
• Follow compliance processes, identify risks and raise unresolved issues appropriately.
• Look for ways to improve client service and operational efficiency.

Skills Guardrisk values

• Clear communication and confidence when explaining information.
• Interest in working with clients and other people.
• Teamwork and willingness to learn from others.
• Ability to analyse information and solve problems.
• Adaptability and a positive response to setbacks.
• Careful attention to instructions, procedures and service standards.
• Integrity, discretion and respect for confidential information.

Location and attendance

The listed location is Sandton, Gauteng. The programme includes classroom sessions and practical training in the workplace, so applicants should be able to attend the required activities in person. The advert does not give exact working hours or state that transport or accommodation is provided.

Stipend and employment after completion

The published programme information does not state a stipend amount or detailed benefits. Applicants should check the terms of the offer if shortlisted.

The placement lasts 12 months. Guardrisk states that completing the learnership does not guarantee a permanent or other full-time position.

Documents to prepare

• An updated CV with accurate education and contact information.
• Your Grade 12 certificate or NQF Level 4 qualification record.
• A clear statement of your Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and English results.
• An identity document and any other supporting records requested by the official application form.
• A working cellphone number and email address that you check regularly.

The published advert does not specify a list of compulsory uploads or say that copies must be certified. Follow the instructions shown on Guardrisk’s live recruitment form.

Application checklist

• Confirm that you are 18–35 and currently unemployed.
• Check that you have never participated in a learnership.
• Confirm that you passed Grade 12 or NQF Level 4.
• Check your pure Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy result against the correct threshold.
• Check that your English result is at least 65%.
• Make sure you can attend the programme in Sandton from 1 March 2027.
• Update your CV and prepare any documents requested on the portal.
• Verify the reference number MMH261006-14 before submitting.
• Submit before 12 October 2026 and keep your application confirmation.

For help with a CV and supporting documents, visit our Learnership Resources and Guides.

About Guardrisk

Guardrisk provides cell captive insurance and alternative risk transfer solutions in South Africa. It is part of Momentum Group. Read more on the official Guardrisk website

Common application mistakes

• Confusing the 60% pure Mathematics threshold with the 70% Mathematical Literacy threshold.
• Applying with an English mark below 65%.
• Failing to disclose a previous learnership.
• Using an incomplete CV or entering incorrect subject results.
• Assuming that the placement is entirely remote.
• Waiting until the closing date to complete the recruitment profile.

Scam warning

Guardrisk asks applicants to verify job adverts on its company careers page. The official careers page links to the Guardrisk eRecruit platform. Check the employer, vacancy title and reference MMH261006-14 before entering personal details.

• Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment or promised learnership placement.
• Do not share passwords, banking PINs or one-time PINs with a recruiter.
• Be wary of messages promising guaranteed selection or asking you to move the application to an unofficial channel.
• Upload identity documents only through the official, secure recruitment process.
• If a message seems suspicious, use the contact details on the Guardrisk website to verify it.

How this opportunity was verified

Guardrisk’s recruitment portal lists a Learnership in Sandton closing on 12 October 2026. The employer-published advert bearing reference MMH261006-14 confirms the qualification, duration, subject results, eligibility rules and main duties. Guardrisk’s own careers page identifies the eRecruit site as its recruitment platform.

Applicants should read the live page and confirm any updates before applying. The published information does not specify the stipend amount, number of learners or detailed working hours.

Read about our approach on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Guardrisk application page below.
2. Confirm the title is Learnership and the reference is MMH261006-14.
3. Read the current vacancy details and any application instructions.
4. Create a recruitment profile or sign in to an existing one.
5. Enter your education, subject results and employment information accurately.
6. Upload the documents requested by the portal.
7. Review your contact details and answers before submitting.
8. Submit before the closing date and keep the confirmation.

Application closing date

The Guardrisk careers listing gives 12 October 2026 as the closing date. The exact closing time is not stated; apply early enough to complete the profile and uploads.