Old Mutual OMIG Graduate Programme 2026

Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG) is inviting applications for its Graduate Programme in Cape Town. The programme is designed for graduates who want to gain practical experience in investment management while developing their technical and professional skills.

Successful graduates will participate in structured development activities, mentorship, coaching, project work and on-the-job learning while gaining exposure to the investment management industry.

Old Mutual OMIG Graduate Programme – Job Details

Employer: Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG)
Programme: OMIG Graduate Programme
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Job Requisition: JR-83975
Employment Level: Graduate
Education: Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate qualification
Experience: Less than 2 years of full-time work experience

What the Graduate Programme Offers

Participants will:

• Gain practical experience through meaningful projects and workplace learning.
• Support business teams with research, analysis, reporting and operational activities.
• Contribute to business improvement and strategic initiatives.
• Develop knowledge of investment management and the financial services industry.
• Take part in workshops, mentoring, coaching and structured learning interventions.
• Gain cross-functional exposure across the business.
• Develop technical and professional skills relevant to future career opportunities.
• Build professional relationships and collaborate with different teams.

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Who Can Apply?

Old Mutual is looking for ambitious graduates who are interested in investment management and financial services.

Applicants should have:

• A completed degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
• Less than two years of full-time work experience.
• A strong academic record.
• An interest in investment management and the broader financial services sector.
• A willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Professionalism, integrity and a commitment to governance and regulatory standards.

Qualifications in the following areas are relevant:

• Finance
• Investment Management
• Economics
• Accounting
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Actuarial Science
• Computer Science
• Information Systems
• Data Analytics
• Engineering
• Commerce
• Other relevant fields

Leadership experience, volunteering, community involvement or extracurricular participation will be advantageous.

Skills and Attributes

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Curiosity and interest in the investment industry, technology and new ways of working.
• Strong learning ability and adaptability.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Strong numerical and quantitative reasoning.
• Attention to detail.
• Initiative and accountability.
• Professionalism, integrity and reliability.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and deliver accurate, high-quality work.

Learning and Development

The OMIG Graduate Programme provides access to structured graduate development interventions, including mentorship and coaching.

Graduates can also receive technical and professional development opportunities, digital learning resources, cross-functional business exposure and investment management learning.

What You Will Be Trusted With

Graduates will be expected to take ownership of their learning journey while contributing to the business.

Responsibilities include supporting research and analysis, preparing reports, assisting with operational activities, contributing to improvement projects and maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

Participants will also be expected to work collaboratively, communicate effectively and uphold OMIG’s values, governance standards and regulatory requirements.

What Success Looks Like

Success in the programme involves developing technical and professional capability, applying learning effectively in the workplace and making a positive contribution to the team and business.

Graduates will have opportunities to build stakeholder relationships and develop the confidence and capabilities needed for future career opportunities within the organisation.

Employment Equity

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit concerned.