Old Mutual Bursary (Chartered Accounting) 2024/2025Let's Write Africa's Story Together!Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.Job DescriptionOld Mutual Chartered Accounting Bursary Programme. Old Mutual Limited (OML) is a premium African financial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key markets in 14 countries.Our purpose is to help our customers thrive by enabling them to achieve their lifetime financial goals, while investing their funds in ways that will create a positive future for them, their families, their communities and broader society.The Chartered Accounting Bursary Programme invites exceptional South African learners pursuing or interested in pursuing studies and a career in Chartered Accounting to apply. The bursary programme comes with comprehensive support during university to the day you qualify and beyond into a meaningful career at Old Mutual. It also offers opportunities for personal development, vacation work, networking, and guaranteed employment post-graduation.What the bursary coversThe bursary covers tuition, study materials, meals, accommodation in residence and return flights home (if studying outside of your hometown). You will receive financial support for the full duration of your degree and students who achieve excellent grades will receive more incentives.Eligibility CriteriaTo be eligible to apply you must meet the following requirements:You must be a South African citizenAt least 70% in Mathematics, 60% for English HL or 70% for English FALYou must have acceptance from one of the following SAICA accredited tertiary institutions:Nelson Mandela UniversityNorth-West UniversityRhodes UniversityStellenbosch UniversityUniversity of Cape TownUniversity of Fort HareUniversity of JohannesburgUniversity of Kwa-Zulu NatalUniversity of PretoriaUniversity of South AfricaUniversity of the Free StateUniversity of the Western CapeUniversity of the WitwatersrandYou must be committed to enter the Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Training (OMCAT) ProgrammeThe Application ProcessApplications must be submitted online at: www.oldmutual.co.za/careers/accounting-bursaryDownload and complete the bursary motivation form then complete the online application which includes a gamified assessment (it is not timed). You will be required to attach a one-page CV.Shortlisted candidates will be sent a link to complete psychometric assessments.Finalists will be invited to a selection day where we will conduct interviews.Should you be selected after the interview you will receive a provisional offer which will be confirmed once we receive your final matric results and proof of acceptance at University for an Actuarial Science or Accounting Science programme.Required Documentation (to be included in the application)One pager CVBursary Motivation FormSchool Reports for Grade 10 – 12Matric Certificate (if applicable)University acceptance/conditional acceptance letter (if applicable)Full Academic Transcript (applicable to current University students only)ID CopyImportant NotesParental/guardian consent is required if you are under 18.Preference will be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups, including candidates with disabilities.Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged background or demonstrate financial need.Incomplete applications will not be considered.Applications close 30 September 2024If you have any queries, contact the Old Mutual Early Careers team by emailing earlycareers@oldmutual.comSkills: Chartered AccountingEducation: High School (Grade 11) (Required), High School (Grade 12)Closing Date: 30 September 2024The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.Old Mutual Limited is pro-vaccination and encourages its workforce to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination status as part of the recruitment process.Please refer to the Old Mutual’s Covid-19 vaccination policy for further detail. Kindly note that Old Mutual reserves the right to reinstate the requirement to vaccinate at any point if it is of the view that it is imperative to do so.#J-18808-Ljbffr