About Sanlam Developing Markets Sanlam Developing Markets (SDM) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited and one of South Africa's top financial services providers for the entry-level and emerging middle market. SDM offers simple, affordable financial solutions covering funeral insurance, education savings, life cover, and personal accident plans. In line with the Sanlam Group Governance Policy, SDM falls under the SA Retail Mass cluster, part of the broader Sanlam Life and Savings cluster, which focuses on retail products and group schemes. About the Role This learnership gives young, energetic candidates from designated groups the opportunity to gain real, hands-on corporate experience. As the Marketing Intern: Brand & Events, you'll support the Brand and Events team in planning and executing marketing campaigns, employee engagement initiatives, conferences, incentives, activations, and brand projects — a genuine opportunity to build practical marketing experience within a leading financial services organisation. What's included: 12-month contract Monthly stipend On-the-job training and assessment Ongoing coaching and mentoring Key Responsibilities Maintain work standards and quality verification Collect and analyse data to support brand and event planning Handle record keeping, filing, and database maintenance Support administration and processing of new and existing business Assist with advertising design and market research Contribute toward production target achievement Support brand development, brand orientation, and general branding activities Minimum Requirements Matric (essential) A Degree, National Diploma, or Advanced Diploma in one of the following: Marketing Communications Public Relations Brand Management Event Management Business Management Skills & Attributes Plans and aligns Communicates effectively Action-oriented Optimises work processes Resilient, customer-focused, collaborative Drives results and cultivates innovation Why Join Sanlam? Sanlam invests in its people's growth across five business clusters — Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, and MiWay — offering real pathways for career development. Transformation Commitment Sanlam Group is committed to transformation, diversity, and an inclusive, equitable workplace. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process. Application Process Shortlisting only begins once the application deadline has passed. Turnaround time depends on progress through the process and manager availability. Related Marketing & Brand Opportunities Looking for other marketing or brand-focused roles? You may also be interested in: Intern: Distribution Marketing – Sanlam Group, Johannesburg