Job Opportunities at Sanlam

What will you do?

• The successful incumbent will act as technical point of contact for business projects relating to Cloud solutions. The incumbent will also ensure alignment with Sanlam’s Information and Technology strategy through adherence to group wide architecture principles and objectives as well as ensure alignment with Sanlam’s Information and Technology Security Standards through adherence to group wide architecture/security principles and objectives.

What will make you successful in this role?

•  Act as technical point of contact for business projects relating to Cloud solutions.
•  Creation of architecture artifacts for projects relating to Cloud solutions that describe the Cloud solutions and implementation sequence.
•  Provide Cloud consultancy to operations and projects.
•  Develop and maintain Cloud Architecture standards.
•  Define and document Hybrid-Cloud architecture and integration patterns.
•  Develop and maintain Cloud decision tree for Cloud readiness evaluations.
•  Conduct research and positioning of new Cloud technologies, industry trends and industry focus areas.
•  Present new Cloud technologies for use cases in solution architecture approval forum.
•  Provide input to business cases relating to Cloud or Hybrid-Cloud solutions.
•  Assist in optimising Cloud infrastructure, Processes, and Costing.
•  Unlock Cloud infrastructure cost containment.
•  Assist with Cloud infrastructure solutions’ risk assessment and mitigation planning.
•  Partake in Cloud continuity planning, DR architecture, capacity, availability, performance planning and service level management.
•  Cost calculation for Cloud solutions.
•  Deliver health checks on implementations to ensure alignment to Architecture.
•  Perform Cloud migration due-diligence and produce necessary artifacts.
•  Define Cloud RoadMap items and partake in Sanlam RoadMap programme.
•  Assist in the establishment and enforcement of related architectural governance and ensure alignment with the Enterprise Architecture frameworks.
•  Ensure alignment with Sanlam’s Information and Technology strategy through adherence to group wide architecture principles and objectives.  
•  Ensure alignment with Sanlam’s Information and Technology Security Standards through adherence to group wide architecture/security principles and objectives.  
•  Participate in the execution of architectural consultation and review for RFI and RFP investigations.

Qualification

• Relevant IT Diploma, Degree or an equivalent thereof.

Experience

• 5 Years relevant experience in on-prem Infrastructure.
• 5 years relevant experience in Cloud Architecture.
• Solid experience and understanding of Security concepts, Networking, Compute, Storage, Application Architecture, Data Flow of application traffic. 
• Experience in multi-cloud CSP’s like AWS, Azure, and Private Cloud would be an advantage.
• Experience in the following would be an advantage:
•  Disaster planning / recovery and execution.
•  Experience in designing, implementing, and supporting Cloud and Hybrid-Cloud environments (essential).
•  Modern Authentication concepts (SAML, oAuth, OIDC).
•  User provisioning concepts for Cloud Solutions (SCIM).
•  Understanding / Mapping out application dataflow and applying Cloud decision tree (essential). 
•  Cloud Solution Architecture and Design with native Cloud Services.
•  Implementing complex Cloud and Hybrid-Cloud Architectures (advantage).
•  Cloud Infrastructure evaluations and industry research.
•  Fundamental Security knowledge and best practices (advantage)
•  Deep understanding of Cloud Architecture and Design principals
•  Construction of quotations, business cases, benefits calculations, charge out models.
•  Facilitation of meetings and workshops.
•  Presentation and communication skills.
•  Desire to help people exploit leading-edge technology in a fast-paced environment (essential)

Knowledge

• Architectural frameworks, capabilities, disciplines, and technologies.
• Strong Knowledge of Security concepts, Networking, Compute, Storage, Application Architecture, Data Flow of application traffic would be an advantage
• SDLC and Agile
• Design Thinking / System Thinking
• Integration

Security

•  A working knowledge of Identity and Access Management / Directory Services. 
•  Demonstrable knowledge and working experience of Virtual environments (advantage).
•  Demonstrable knowledge and working experience of networking & TCP/IP (advantage).
•  Demonstrable knowledge of Network Integration and Optimisation (LAN and WAN). 
•  Strong and practical understanding of Defence-in-Depth concepts (essential).
•  Comprehensive knowledge of Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Software as Service (SaaS).

 A working knowledge of:

•    Application Lifecycle Management (develop, config, deploy) 
•    Server Component and Technologies
•   Storage and Replication / Mirroring 
•    Information & Perimeter Security
•    High Availability and Clustering Concepts
•  Understanding of the ITIL framework (desirable)
•  Understanding of TOGAF (desirable)

Personal Attributes

• Action orientated - Contributing independently
• Builds effective teams - Contributing independently
• Collaborates - Contributing independently
• Communicates effectively - Contributing independently
• Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
• Manages complexity - Contributing independently
• Nimble learning - Contributing independently
• Optimises work processes - Contributing independently
• Strategic mindset - Contributing independently

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What will you do?

• Under general supervision, responsible for conducting and documenting audit projects. Responsible for carrying out audits following prescribed audit programmes and ensuring that proper measures are being followed.  Prepares audit working papers to ensure that all information required for audit has been obtained and that shortcomings are reported.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Define sample criteria / extract samples
• Perform control effectiveness reviews (CERs)
  • Confirm effective working of internal controls by execution of audit programme
  • Document audit work
  • Draft/ update audit programme with changes
  • Communicate audit observations (developing appropriate management comments and basic audit reporting)
• Perform control adequacy reviews (CARs)
  • Obtain background information, define the business process and identify the objectives of the process
  • Identify and score risks and identify risk mitigation strategies
  • Assess level of residual risk and report on high levels of residual risks
  • Communicate audit observations (developing appropriate management comments and basic audit reporting)
  • Draft/ update audit programme with changes
• Assist Audit Specialist with the management of the execution of the control effectiveness reviews
  • Identify key controls
  • Create / update / finalise the audit programme to test the effectiveness of key controls
  • Assemble and set-up the internal auditors
  • Provide on-the-job supervision and transfer of knowledge
  • Report control breakdowns / audit findings to appropriate levels of management
• Perform ad hoc management requests / projects
• Manage a team on individual audit assignment
• Transfer of knowledge to Auditors
• Client relationship management
• Assist with performing “on-the-job” quality assurance (including selected CER file and audit programme review)
• Provide ad hoc assistance to Audit Specialists and Audit Management

Qualification and Experience
Qualification:

• A completed BCom degree in Accounting / Financial Accounting / Management Accounting or equivalent degree or Diploma in Internal Auditing

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years audit experience or completed SAICA articles.
• Audit experience in the Financial Services (specifically Investment Management) sector will be advantageous.

Other:

• Prepared to travel
• Valid driver’s license.

Knowledge and Skills

• Conducts Internal Audits
• Reporting
• Audit working papers

Personal Attributes

• Plans and aligns - Contributing independently
• Business insight - Contributing independently
• Decision quality - Contributing independently
• Communicates effectively - Contributing independently
   

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What will you do?

• The purpose of the role is to provide new and existing clients with professional and relevant financial advice, planning and products (sales) that are suited to their needs and requirements. Undertake the procurement of sustainable business of a high quality, in accordance with the business targets set. Maintain and service these clients as part of a long- term relationship which builds loyalty to the brand and generates ongoing advice and sales. Undertake these activities within a compliant and ethical manner which results in the building and sustaining the Sanlam Group business and brand.

What will make you successful in this role?
 Assist in growing the Sanlam Connect Business

• Be committed to the marketing plans and targets set for growing and developing the business as set forward by Sanlam Connect.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of market segmentation and customer profiles to support sales and growth within the defined market.

Undertake relevant behaviours to attain targets relating to:

• Revenue generation (Single and recurring premiums)
• Activity quotas
• Promote the SanlamConnect brand

 Networking, prospecting and leads generation

• Face to face interactions, social or business, to create business opportunities.
• Prospecting of new clients through creative opportunities such as business/social networks, associations or ad hoc presentations.
• Turning trusted relationships into business relationships.
• Strengthening existing relationships by increasing the current service.
• Use existing sources to establish opportunities across Sanlam businesses.
• Personalised client value propositions.
• Marketing on social media.
• Undertake selected client focused activities to generate leads and informal prospecting opportunities.
• Mining of existing client base to identify marketing gaps and sales opportunities within the middle-high and affluent market.
• Structuring and implementing focused campaigns with new or existing clients in the defined market.
• Requesting active and ongoing leads and referrals from others.
• Monitoring and respond to client activities such as maturities, cancelations or surrenders within the defined market.

 Client consultations and sales

• Ensure all client interactions are compliant in terms of disclosures and advice given (provide written/ electronic information required for compliance).
• Undertake comprehensive fact finding with each client to lift needs and priorities. Document these findings.
• Conduct a financial needs analysis, using the relevant e-tools / instruments or systems, to ascertain the client’s full financial situation; or utilise the services of a Para-Planner for this. (Draw policy history).
• Provide sound personal financial planning advice.
• Apply financial knowledge in putting together a plan that meets the needs of the client for a balanced portfolio.
• Present financial solutions to the client in a professional and competent manner aligned to Treating Customers Fairly.
• Use relevant processes and system tools to capture analysis information and update records accordingly.
• Review client’s portfolio annually by undertaking the above steps.

 Client Service

• Ensure all client interactions are ethical, courteous and professional.
• Follow-up or refer all existing business queries to be resolved timeously through ‘back-office’ support.
• Strive for excellent, value-added service to clients so that they do not seek competitor products or services.
• Undertake continuous learning in terms of knowledge, skills and market/industry issues so as to service clients within the defined market.
• Initiate long term client relationships and maintain a relational focus.

Monitor, update and reporting (weekly/monthly)

Document and present the following activities:

• Number and profile of contacts, appointments, consultations.
• Issued business and revenue against targets.
• Update client details on records.
• Appropriate workflow and activity monitor system entries.

Qualification and Experience
Grade 12

• Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) "Fit and Proper" requirements and Regulatory Examination successfully completed if registered with Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) for more than 24 months.

Knowledge and Skills

• Financial advice and support
• Production target achievement and budgeting
• Compliance and risk management
• Client relationship management
• Financial planning and recommendations

Personal Attributes

• Communicates effectively - Contributing independently
• Tech savvy - Contributing independently
• Action orientated - Contributing independently
• Builds networks - Contributing independently

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What will you do?

• As a Recruitment Specialist, you’ll be required to create a pipeline specifically relating to specialist, critical and scarce skills, for hard-to-fill roles. You’ll be working with internal and external partners to help you get the job done. Your clients operate in a wide spectrum of disciplines in the business – and all are world-class in their fields. Your knowledge of recruitment and selection has to be unassailable as their business partner.   

What will make you successful in this role?

•     Develop an acute understanding of the business and provide solutions tailor-made for business needs.
•     Recruit for diverse assignments such as new business projects, acquired businesses and for the current operations. 
•     Align recruitment and selection to Glacier’s transformation plans especially related to specialist, critical and scarce skills.
•     Support the full cycle recruitment process from requisition through to the onboarding of candidates as is fit or purpose. 
•     Ensure that job profiles/descriptions for vacancies are complete and up to date.
•     Draw up job postings and craft job ads to attract suitably qualified, experienced and culture fit candidates.
•     Headhunt for talent, targeting passive candidates and approach specific markets to address succession gaps.
•     Network with potential candidates through professional groups, online and during events such as job fairs. 
•     Apply expertise and knowledge in sourcing candidates countrywide via a variety of direct sourcing platforms ncluding internal and external advertising, LinkedIn, social media and online recruitment portals.
•     Maintain a database of potential candidates for future talent requirements.
•     Implement and embed hiring processes, providing guidance and advice on routes to market and provide market and data insight to help stakeholders make informed decisions about the hires they make.
•     Screen, arrange interviews, and drive the process of assessments and conducting competency-based interviews here appropriate.
•     Provide feedback and negotiate the offer of employment.
•     Reduce recruitment spending by using direct sourcing methods to source candidates.
•     Maintain excellent working relationships with hiring managers, employees, and prospective candidates. 
•     Report regularly to the hiring manager, HR management and senior leadership on the progress of all ongoing recruitment processes.
•     Based on recruitment process feedback from line manager and candidates, implement changes to methods to foster continuous process/experience improvement.
•     Track hiring metrics including time-to-hire, time-to-fill, and source of hire.
•     Measure the results of potential and successful candidates through experience surveys.
•     Assist and support HR management with annual recruitment and capacity planning.
•     Build and report on quarterly and annual hiring plans.
•     Ensure compliance with all legislation underpinning recruitment such as the Employment Equity Act and recruitment policy.
   
•     Bachelor's degree in an HR field 
•     A minimum of five years’ experience as a Recruitment Specialist, Recruiter, or similar role. 
•     Knowledge of sourcing techniques on social media and niche professional websites like LinkedIn.
•     Recruitment experience within the financial, investment or related industry.
•     Recruitment experience with a background of agency, ‘in-house’, direct and online.
•     Global and countrywide recruitment exposure is advantageous.
•     An understanding of employment law and/or labour law.

Qualification and Experience

• Degree with 5 to 6 years related experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Human Resources Administrative Support
• Strategic Human Resources Planning and Implementation
• Change Management
• HR Best Practices
• HR Compliance

Personal Attributes

• Courage - Contributing independently
• Plans and aligns - Contributing independently
• Manages complexity - Contributing independently
• Ensures accountability - Contributing independently.

Core Competencies

• Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
• Being resilient - Contributing independently
• Collaborates - Contributing independently
• Drives results - Contributing independently
• Customer focus - Contributing independently