
Website PPS Investments
Job Description:
Kick-start your career in the investment industry by joining our 18-month rotational graduate programme for 2025. This programme offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working alongside a team of seasoned professionals in various key functions. Whether you are looking to build a career in marketing, finance, actuarial science, IT, or compliance, our graduate programme provides exposure to multiple areas within the company, helping you develop the skills necessary to become a future leader in the investment industry.
Location: Parktown, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Responsibilities:
As a graduate intern, your responsibilities will include:
- Rotational placements across various departments to gain a broad understanding of the business.
- Collaborating with experienced professionals in your field to complete key projects and tasks.
- Contributing to team efforts by offering fresh insights and solutions to business challenges.
- Receiving mentorship and career development support to help you achieve your professional goals.
- Developing critical industry skills that will prepare you for leadership roles in the future.
Internship Opportunities Available:
The following Graduate Intern roles are open for applications:
- Graduate Intern: Marketing
Qualification: Marketing Degree/Qualification. - Graduate Intern: Actuarial Analyst
Qualification: Degree majoring in Actuarial Science (Honours preferred). - Graduate Intern: Scrum Master
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Science, or Information Technology. - Graduate Intern: Professional Service Agent
Qualification: Must have a Degree. - Graduate Intern: Tax and Regulatory
Qualification: Matric (Grade 12), B.Com (Honours). - Graduate Intern: Client Relationship Management
Qualification: Degree in Marketing, Statistics, Data Analytics, or IT. - Graduate Intern: Practice Management Implementation Assistant
Qualification: Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or similar. - Graduate Intern: Short-Term Insurance Finance
Qualification: B.Com Accountancy Degree. - Graduate Intern: Fiduciary Services
Qualification: BA LLB or equivalent legal degree. - Graduate Intern: Operational Finance
Qualification: B.Com Accountancy Degree. - Graduate Intern: IT Finance and Procurement
Qualification: BComm Finance or Legal Qualification. - Graduate Intern: Compliance
Qualification: Degree in LLB, Business Law, or related fields. - Graduate Intern: Data Engineer (Analytics)
Qualification: BSc in IT (Data Engineering) or similar. - Graduate Intern: Human Resources
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Industrial Psychology, Human Resources Management, or Organisational Psychology. - Graduate Intern: Risk
Qualification: BCom Risk Management or other relevant degree. - Graduate Intern: Operations
Qualification: Bachelor’s or Honours Degree in Finance, Investments, Economics, Quantitative Analysis, or Portfolio Management.
Qualifications:
Applicants must meet the qualifications for their chosen internship role, which may include:
- A Bachelor’s degree or Honours degree in the relevant field (depending on the role).
- Specific academic qualifications as mentioned for each position, such as Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Marketing, Finance, Risk Management, etc.
Experience:
- No prior work experience is required, but internships, projects, or academic research related to your chosen field may be beneficial.
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and the ability to work in teams will be a plus.
Skills:
The ideal candidates will possess the following skills and competencies:
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Adaptability and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- Time management and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently when needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Job Benefits:
By joining our Graduate Development Programme, you will enjoy the following benefits:
- Hands-on experience in key business functions, gaining practical knowledge and skills.
- Rotational exposure to multiple departments, enhancing your versatility and understanding of the industry.
- Mentorship and support from senior professionals throughout the programme.
- Opportunities to build a professional network within the investment industry.
- Potential for permanent employment after successful completion of the programme, based on performance.
- A competitive stipend and other employee benefits.
How to Apply:
To apply for the Graduate Development Programme, follow these steps:
- Submit your CV along with a copy of your academic transcripts and a cover letter detailing your interest in the programme.
- Indicate the specific internship role you are applying for.
- Submit your application through the official application portal.
We look forward to receiving your application and helping you launch your career in the investment industry!
To apply for this job please visit www.pps.org.