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. SDM falls under the SA Retail Mass cluster, part of the broader Sanlam Life and Savings cluster. About the Role This learnership gives young, energetic candidates from designated groups the chance to gain real, hands-on corporate experience. As the Intern: Distribution Marketing, you'll support marketing efforts across distribution channels, advisers, market development teams, and branch networks — getting practical exposure to campaign implementation, stakeholder engagement, sales enablement, and field marketing. What's included: 12-month contract Monthly stipend On-the-job training and assessment Ongoing coaching and mentoring Key Responsibilities Help plan and execute events, functions, and roadshows Support administration and processing of new and existing business Contribute toward production target achievement Handle general administration and documentation 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.