Old Mutual Internship Program

Lets Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

At Old Mutual East Africa, we believe the future of financial services on the continent will be built by bold thinkers, curious minds, and purpose-driven leaders. That future could start with you.

The Old Mutual Internship Program is a 6-month structured, rotational experience designed to help you transition from campus to the world of work with confidence.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across different business units, work on real projects that impact the business, and learn directly from experienced professionals who are invested in your growth.

This program is built to stretch you, support you, and set you up for long-term success through:

• Rotations across key business areas

• Real business projects and assignments

• Job shadowing and experiential learning

• Coaching, mentoring, and continuous feedback

• Exposure to a diverse network of professionals within your business units

By the end of the program, you won’t just understand the business-you’ll understand where you fit in it and how you can shape its future.

1. INTERNSHIP EXPOSURE AREAS

During the program, you will have the opportunity to experience and contribute across a wide range of business areas such as – Banking, Investments, Technology, Data & Innovation, Actuarial, Human Resources, Finance & Operations, Marketing, Business Development and Insurance (both General and Life).

This breadth of exposure is designed to help you discover your strengths, build cross-functional awareness, and understand how different parts of the business come together to deliver value.

2. LEARNING & EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES

You will;

• Build strong technical and functional skills in your area of interest
• Develop leadership and self-management capabilities for a fast-paced environment
• Strengthen your critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Learn to approach challenges with a commercial and business-minded perspective
• Gain a deep understanding of how organizations grow, scale, and deliver value
• Build a strong customer-centric mindset through real business exposure
• Form meaningful relationships with leaders, mentors, and peers
• Gain hands-on experience through real work, job shadowing, and daily operations
• Build the confidence and capability to transition into the professional world ready to make an impact

3. QUALIFICATIONS

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division
• Be available to commit for a full time period for a period of 6 months
• Be in your final year of study or have graduated in the last year.
• A clear interest in building a career within financial services, insurance, or fintech
• Beyond your academic qualifications, you bring curiosity, drive, and a willingness to learn.
• You are proactive, adaptable, and ready to take ownership of your growth while contributing meaningfully to the teams you join.
• You are naturally curious, hungry for growth, are not afraid of challenges, and value feedback.
• You are looking for a blend of purpose, impact and an the opportunity to shape Africa’s financial future.

4. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

By the end of this program, you will have grown into a confident, well-rounded professional who can apply technical and functional expertise in real business contexts - not just in theory.

You will develop strong business and commercial acumen, with a clear understanding of how decisions drive impact and results. You’ll approach challenges with clarity and confidence, using critical thinking and structured problem-solving to navigate complexity and deliver meaningful solutions.

You will also find your voice as an innovator - someone who brings fresh, relevant ideas and contributes meaningfully to the business. At the same time, you’ll strengthen your leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, enabling you to work effectively with diverse teams and build strong professional relationships.

Ultimately, you won’t just complete the program - you’ll emerge ready: ready to contribute, ready to grow, and ready to play your part in shaping the future of financial services in Africa.

5. ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) EXPECTATION

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring adherence to, implementation of, and adoption of Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Sanctions-related policies, procedures, and process requirements within Old Mutual and its subsidiaries. This includes execution of customer due diligence processes, ensuring compliance with Know-Your-Customer (KYC) standards, conducting ongoing and enhanced due diligence, and maintaining data quality. Additionally, the role involves identifying and monitoring potential AML, Sanctions, or Compliance breaches and unusual activities, and escalating these concerns to the Risk and Compliance Office for further action.