Learnership: Long Term Insurance – PWD
Business Unit: Discovery Central Services
Function: Learnerships
Date: 16 Mar 2026
Discovery Health (GAU Service Team)
People Living with Disabilities – Learnership
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
Key Purpose of the role
This Learnership leads to a nationally recognised FETC: Long Term Insurance NQF Level 4 qualification; which consists of structured learning components combined with practical/workplace experience in the Financial Services industry.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
Call Centre: Medical Aid client servicing, claims, new business and health benefits administration
Personal Attributes and Skills
Innovative/ critical thinking/ and problem solving skills
Good attention to detail and levels of accuracy
Sets high standards for quality and quantity and works in a systematic, methodical and orderly manner.
Time management and planning skills
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
Ability to work independently and in a team orientated environment
Service driven, a sense of urgency and a team player.
Adapts to changing circumstances and handles criticism well and learns from it.
Education and Experience
Grade 12 is essential.
Maths (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
English (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
Maths Literacy (Minimum Level 5 – 60% )
2nd language (Minimum Level 4 – 50%)
May have an incomplete tertiary qualification (advantage)
Specific Requirements:
Not be engaged in post Matric studies or formal employment;
Not have completed any previous Learnership.
Be between the ages of 18 and 25 years;
Have effective communication skills in the written & verbal English language;
Possess basic computer skills mainly MS Excel & MS Outlook
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Claims Administrator
Business Unit: Vitality Life
Function: Claims Administration
Date: 13 Mar 2026
Discovery – VitalityLife
Claims Administrator
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About the VitalityLife Claims Team
At VitalityLife, we are committed to providing a market-leading claims management service.
Our customers are our priority and we are dedicated to supporting them when they need us the most. We are committed to ensuring that compassion and empathy are a fundamental part of the claims experience for our customers.
Key Purpose
To deal with administration and queries relating to the claims process and to communicate further requirements on claims.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
Telephonic and written correspondence with clients, including doctors, claimant, financial advisors, solicitors etc.
Setting up of payment of benefit or medical report payments.
Notification to Re-assurers regarding details of the claims.
Administration of unemployment claims for waiver of premium.
Administration and preparation of documentation for claims.
Referral of claim for to management, forensics, chief medical officer for input.
Capture and report on claims statistics.
Personal Attributes and Skills
Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
Coping with Pressure, Setbacks and Time Keeping
Deciding and initiating action
Working with People
Following Instructions and Procedures
Relating and Networking
Problem Solving
Presenting and Excellent Communication Skills
Adapting and Responding to Change
Achieving Personal Work Goal
Education and Experience
Matric is essential
1year client services experience within the life insurance industry is essential.
2 years’ prior experience within a UK Insurance environment is advantageous.
6 month claims administration experience is advantageous
An intermediate understanding of long term Insurance in a UK environment
An intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office
Liabilities Consultant
Business Unit: Discovery Insure
Function: Insurance (Short Term)
Date: 17 Mar 2026
Discovery – Insure
Liabilities Consultant (Junior front office) – Short Term Insurance
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Discovery Insure
Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers and building better businesses through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model. Discovery Insure is South Africa’s fastest-growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home insurance sectors. Vitality Drive, an internationally recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivises and rewards clients for driving well. The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets, which now include Europe and the Middle East.
The company employs over 1 000 people who are committed to putting our customers and financial advisers first by providing unique and innovative solutions and cover.
Key PurposeThe key purpose of the Junior front office Liabilities Consultant is to support the liabilities team in the investigation and administration of third-party claims by gathering accurate information, assisting clients and insurers, and ensuring that all claim information and documentation is complete, accurate and aligned with company processes.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
Assist with the administration and processing of third-party liability claims (e.g., motor accidents, property damage, injury claims)
Collect and capture claim information and supporting documentation accurately on internal systems
Collect and compile evidence such as statements, photographs, accident reports and police reports
Assist liability consultants with investigations and claim assessments
Liaise with clients, third parties, insurers, brokers, assessors and service providers to obtain required information
Ensure all claim documentation is complete, accurate and compliant with company procedures
Maintain accurate claim records and update claim files on relevant systems
Provide administrative and operational support to the Liabilities Team
Assist with follow-ups on outstanding information or documentation required to progress claims
Support and assist the team in ensuring efficient claim turnaround times and service delivery
Adhere to risk, governance and compliance requirements
Demonstrate teamwork, self-management and alignment with Discovery values
Education and Experience
Matric (Essential).
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a short-term insurance liabilities department (Essential)
Degree (Advantageous)
Recoveries Consultant
Business Unit: Discovery Insure
Function: Insurance (Short Term)
Date: 17 Mar 2026
Discovery – Insure
Liabilities Consultant (Junior front office) – Short Term Insurance
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Discovery Insure
Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers and building better businesses through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model. Discovery Insure is South Africa’s fastest growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home insurance sectors. Vitality Drive, an internationally recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivises and rewards clients for driving well. The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets which now include Europe and the Middle East.
The company employs over 1 000 people who are committed to putting our customers and financial advisers first by providing unique and innovative solutions and cover.
Key Purpose
The key purpose of the Junior front office Liabilities Consultant is to support the liabilities team in the investigation and administration of third-party claims by gathering accurate information, assisting clients and insurers, and ensuring that all claim information and documentation is complete, accurate and aligned with company processes.
Areas of responsibility may include, but are not limited to
Assist with the administration and processing of third-party liability claims (e.g., motor accidents, property damage, injury claims)
Collect and capture claim information and supporting documentation accurately on internal systems
Collect and compile evidence such as statements, photographs, accident reports and police reports
Assist liability consultants with investigations and claim assessments
Liaise with clients, third parties, insurers, brokers, assessors and service providers to obtain required information
Ensure all claim documentation is complete, accurate and compliant with company procedures
Maintain accurate claim records and update claim files on relevant systems
Provide administrative and operational support to the Liabilities Team
Assist with follow-ups on outstanding information or documentation required to progress claims
Support and assist the team in ensuring efficient claim turnaround times and service delivery
Adhere to risk, governance and compliance requirements
Demonstrate teamwork, self-management and alignment with Discovery values
Education and Experience
Matric (Essential).
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a short-term insurance liabilities department (Essential)
Degree (Advantageous)
Professional Assistant
Business Unit: Vitality RSA
Function: Administration and Office Support
Date: 16 Mar 2026
Discovery Vitality RSA
Professional Assistant/Events Co-ordinator & Staff Engagement – Vitality People Team
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Discovery Vitality People
The Vitality People team are a business partner to the broader Vitality business based primarily in Sandton with representation in both the Eastern Cape (PE) as well as in the Western Cape. The culture within the business can best be described as a family unit with shared passion for the Vitality impact on broader society and a deep sense of care and commitment to the teams. Our leaders are humble and genuinely invested in their people.
The team is focussed on enabling the business to deliver on its strategic objectives through:
Attracting and retaining the best talent to help deliver superior performance
Building and sustaining an inclusive culture through diversity, employment equity, inclusivity & psychological safety
Helping to drive the transformation agenda as a business imperative
Embedding a culture of wellbeing in the workplace through mental health initiatives (Continue to Thrive) and physical wellbeing initiatives.
Support for leaders to lead optimally in a Hybrid World of Work incorporating flexibility and performance for our people
Create an exceptional employee experience journey in Vitality through deliberate and thoughtful engagement initiatives – love and passion for what we do.
Promote Learning, Development and Growth as a lever to both lifting the individual and the business
Key Purpose
The role of the PA/events and engagement coordinator requires an individual who is very people focused, has excellent interpersonal skills and represents the Vitality People team both internally and externally. The incumbent must have high energy levels, be very passionate about engagement initiatives and event co-ordination and have the patience to deal with a diverse group of stakeholders (staff, leaders, procurement, suppliers, marketing functions, external Vitality partners, Discovery Ambassadors, etc.).
This role ideally suits a creative individual who can brainstorm ideas, write well and is also able to support the Head of People with executive professional services.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
Executive Assistant – Head of People
Preparation of weekly HR minutes and agenda distribution etc
Diary management for Head of People
Scheduling meetings: Room bookings, set up, meet and greet of external visitors, interviewees
Compiling presentations in a professional manner when required
Reimbursements & travel bookings for team
Software/hardware requests and approval
All staff related procurement orders
Process all payments via Finance for external suppliers etc.
Monitor budget of the teams related to the people function initiatives
Other executive professional services
Event Coodination – Vitality RSA
Source, order and distribute all Vitality apparel, desk drops, engagement give aways etc
Plan and compile an annual engagement calendar of initiatives
Book monthly engagement sessions in the Auditorium with links to the regions. Brief agreed speakers, guests, compile running order, liaise with Group facilities and work force planning etc
Conceptualize with Head of People and Vitality CEO and drive and distribute all Vitality monthly engagement campaigns to staff
Coordinate departmental functions and events – Recognition & Year End Functions, Long Service Awards, Star Awards for the whole of Vitality
Compile monthly birthday mailers and gift vouchers to staff
Organise MANCO events and plan EXCO strategic breakaways with the Head of People and the CEO of Vitality
Ad hoc
The person in this role may handle ad hoc people functions and projects which are not limited to the above.
Personal Attributes and Skills
Energetic with a contagious sense of enthusiasm and optimism – represent the Vitality brand fully
Effective communicator (written and spoken)
Strong sense of confidentiality in dealing with people matters coupled with political savviness
Good negotiation skills
Builds a sense of belonging and a fun environment in the business
Problem solver and excellent attention to detail
Creative and passionate about event co-ordination
Ability to network and build strong relationships across the Group and externally
Education; Knowledge and Experience
The following are essential requirements:
5 years administration experience
5 years working experience as a PA to Senior Management/Executive
Previous event co-ordination and or marketing experience is advantageous
Matric Qualification
Good presentation skills to an internal and external audience
Excellent communication with ability to deal with individuals at all levels
Excellent attention to detail
The following are advantageous requirements:
Secretarial Diploma
Funeral Financial Adviser (Talent Pool)
Business Unit: Sales & Distribution
Function: Administration and Office Support
Date: 17 Mar 2026
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
Key Purpose
Marketing of the Discovery Funeral policies, through strategic opportunity identification and relationship building and to provide financial advice to existing and prospective clients.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
• Attend all meetings, seminars, training, and launches offered by Discovery Life and/or the Discovery Group.
• Identify and market appropriate funeral policies.
• Provide financial advice relating to funeral products to existing and prospective clients.
• Follow-up and follow-through to conclusion on all unpaid premiums to ensure business is retained.
Personal Attributes and Skills
• Strategic thinking
• Persuading and influencing
• Resilience and tenacity
• Sales and target driven
• Exceptional communication skills
• Opportunity and solution orientated
• Independent and highly adaptable to change
Education and Experience
• National Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12)
• Minimum 2 years Funeral sales experience
• Minimum 3 years within the Financial Services industry
• Industry related NQF 5 – 120 credits (Advantageous)
• RE accreditation (Advantageous)
Location
• Braamfontein
• Boksburg
• Pretoria
• Vereeniging
• Bloemfontein
• Cape Town
• Klerksdorp
• Gqeberha
• Pietermaritzburg
• Durban
Pre Auth Service Consultant – Talent Pool
Business Unit: Discovery Health
Function: Call Center / Contact Center
Date: 18 Mar 2026
Discovery Health
PRE-AUTHORISATION SERVICE CONSULTANT
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
By applying for this role, you are consenting to be placed in our Talent Pool for future recruitment, should we have met our recruitment numbers.
What is a Talent Pool?
In simplest terms, a talent pool is a database of candidates that have already been deemed qualified for particular positions and who can be offered roles as soon as they become available.
What does this mean for you?
It’s good news because it means, you will still go through the recruitment process (assessments, role plays and interviews) and if you meet our minimum criteria, will be next in line for consideration as soon as we require more staff.
You will remain as an active candidate on our database and we will update you on progress on a monthly basis.
Key Purpose
To deliver world class service to all Discovery Health Members, Providers, Employer groups, Hospitals, and Brokers by supporting and fully resolving their queries through various servicing channels, primarily over the telephone.
To effectively manage the risk of in-hospital admissions by using your clinical knowledge and integrating this with your understanding of the benefits of the scheme and ensuring accurate information regarding funding
Key outputs
The successful applicant will be responsible for but not limited to the following job functions:
Confirming benefits according to set protocols and funding rules
Accurately obtaining and capturing information to confirm correct funding
Servicing all key stakeholders telephonically and via other servicing channels until the query has been resolved
Servicing key stakeholders in a customer centric way to ensure that we live by our service principles
Keeping up to date with product changes and benefits to ensure that all key stakeholders are accurately serviced
Continuously staying abreast of all digital servicing tools within the business and ensuring that the functionality is fully understood
Achieving and exceeding key performance metrics relating to service delivery
Keeping abreast of continuous process, product updates and digital tools
Dealing with multiple interactions
Consistently utilizing all servicing tools available
Competencies and Skills
Behavioural Competencies
Following instruction and procedures (Self-development)
Analysing (Managing Complexity)
Learning and Researching (Nimble Learning)
Presenting and communicating information (Communicating effectively)
Delivering results and meeting customer expectations (Customer focus)
Deciding and initiating action (Decision Quality)
Working with people (Collaborating)
Writing and reporting (Communicating effectively)
Knowledge
Anatomy and Physiology
Skills
Time Management
Verbal and written communication
Personal Attribute and Skills:
Customer Centric
Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology
Time Management
Education and Experience
Education:
Matric
South African accredited Clinical Qualification
Experience
At least 6 months working experience in a customer services or clinical environment
Android Developer (Senior)
Business Unit: Discovery Central Services
Function: Development (Oracle/Delphi/Magic/etc)
Date: 12 Mar 2026
Discovery – Group Information Services – Digital Channels
Senior Android Developer – Mobile Team
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Digital Channels
Working in a high performance organization that prides itself in attracting the finest talent, we challenge ourselves to find solutions that make a difference in the world. Our environment is always buzzing with energy and smart, motivated people working on finding the best way to move forward.
The Digital Channels team works on dynamic new projects and product enhancements within the web and mobile platforms in order to improve business inefficiencies, gain competitive advantage on our products and ultimately to provide better service to our clients. Using knowledge of the organization’s technology infrastructure and specific software applications, Application Platform Services helps the business to address changes through technologies
Key Purpose
Senior Android developer will support the projects throughout the project lifecycle, including requirements, design, implementation, release and post release support.
Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to
The senior Android developer must have a competent understanding of:
The system development life cycle and can explain the Java developer role in each stage
The defined system development tools, processes and workflows
The distinction between business, functional and non-functional requirements and how to implement them
The importance of delivering high quality source code and how to achieve it
The technologies used and the systems components structure
The domain and business terminologies and link them back to system implementations
Senior Android developers should be able to demonstrate that they can:
Develop, test, and maintain the deployed application software with high quality
Collaborate with product managers and designers to ensure a successful, high-quality product and great user experience
Analyse, maintain and enhance existing application and troubleshoot issues with efficiency.
Perform accurate development estimation
Produce technical specifications and designs. Participate in new business development through ideation, prototype development, and project estimates
Research new techniques, tools, and best practices and share that knowledge with the team and community
Maintain high standards
Analytical and problem solving skills
Self-starter who takes ownership, is accountable, and is able to work under minimum supervision
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Can help with quality assurance and provide comments within 6 months of being in the position, a senior Android developer should be able to demonstrate strong domain knowledge and technologies in relation to the environment that they work in.
Personal Attributes and Skills
Behavioral Skills
Stress Management
Time management and prioritization
Creativeness
Learning orientation
Negotiation skills
Innovation
Clean code thinking
Technical Skills
Project Management
Business Writing Skills
Presentation and Facilitation Skills
Solution Architecture
Process Mapping
Entity Diagram mapping
Software testing pack design, functional testing
Education and Experience
Minimum
3+ Year IT related Degree or Diploma (BSc/BTech or similar)
4+ years’ experience developing Android applications
Have worked on multiple published apps in the Play Store
Advantageous
4+ year user interface analyst experience
Java related degree/qualification
Honours degree
Business experience and product knowledge
Experience in Kotlin beneficial
Experience with agile development methodologies
Experience with automated testing tools and techniques
Experience with GIT
Native Android
Methodologies
Waterfall and Agile
Knowledge of OO design principles and development patterns
Tools
SoapUI (SOAP) / REST client (JSON)
Android Studio
Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)
Processes
ITIL (Incident, Release, Problem Management)
Technologies
J2EE, Spring Boot
Android, Java, Kotlin
WebLogic, Apache
UML
XML, JSON
SOAP and REST Web Service Development
Other
Software architecture
JAD sessions
Data modelling techniques
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