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Position Overview

Old Mutual, one of Africa's most established financial services institutions and a proudly Pan-African business listed on the JSE, is seeking a Graduate Intern to join its Group Employment Relations Practice within the Human Capital (HC) division. This internship sits at the heart of the organisation's people strategy, supporting specialist employee relations functions across Old Mutual Limited.


The Employment Relations Practice plays a critical role in enabling sound workplace relationships by equipping line managers and HC professionals with the tools, policies, and processes needed to navigate South Africa's labour legislation landscape effectively. This role offers a rare entry point into a sophisticated, high-impact HR environment at enterprise scale.

1

Position Overview

Old Mutual, one of Africa's most established financial services institutions and a proudly Pan-African business listed on the JSE, is seeking a Graduate Intern to join its Group Employment Relations Practice within the Human Capital (HC) division. This internship sits at the heart of the organisation's people strategy, supporting specialist employee relations functions across Old Mutual Limited.


The Employment Relations Practice plays a critical role in enabling sound workplace relationships by equipping line managers and HC professionals with the tools, policies, and processes needed to navigate South Africa's labour legislation landscape effectively. This role offers a rare entry point into a sophisticated, high-impact HR environment at enterprise scale.

1

Position Overview

Old Mutual, one of Africa's most established financial services institutions and a proudly Pan-African business listed on the JSE, is seeking a Graduate Intern to join its Group Employment Relations Practice within the Human Capital (HC) division. This internship sits at the heart of the organisation's people strategy, supporting specialist employee relations functions across Old Mutual Limited.


The Employment Relations Practice plays a critical role in enabling sound workplace relationships by equipping line managers and HC professionals with the tools, policies, and processes needed to navigate South Africa's labour legislation landscape effectively. This role offers a rare entry point into a sophisticated, high-impact HR environment at enterprise scale.

1

Position Overview

Old Mutual, one of Africa's most established financial services institutions and a proudly Pan-African business listed on the JSE, is seeking a Graduate Intern to join its Group Employment Relations Practice within the Human Capital (HC) division. This internship sits at the heart of the organisation's people strategy, supporting specialist employee relations functions across Old Mutual Limited.


The Employment Relations Practice plays a critical role in enabling sound workplace relationships by equipping line managers and HC professionals with the tools, policies, and processes needed to navigate South Africa's labour legislation landscape effectively. This role offers a rare entry point into a sophisticated, high-impact HR environment at enterprise scale.

2

Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

  • Recent graduates who have completed a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Law (LLB)

  • South African citizens who are self-starters with strong determination to succeed

  • Individuals with a genuine interest in labour law, employee relations, or human capital management

  • Candidates who demonstrate strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal competencies


Tip: If your degree bridges both HR and Law, highlight this in your CV. Old Mutual values candidates who can operate at the intersection of people management and legal compliance.

2

Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

  • Recent graduates who have completed a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Law (LLB)

  • South African citizens who are self-starters with strong determination to succeed

  • Individuals with a genuine interest in labour law, employee relations, or human capital management

  • Candidates who demonstrate strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal competencies


Tip: If your degree bridges both HR and Law, highlight this in your CV. Old Mutual values candidates who can operate at the intersection of people management and legal compliance.

2

Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

  • Recent graduates who have completed a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Law (LLB)

  • South African citizens who are self-starters with strong determination to succeed

  • Individuals with a genuine interest in labour law, employee relations, or human capital management

  • Candidates who demonstrate strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal competencies


Tip: If your degree bridges both HR and Law, highlight this in your CV. Old Mutual values candidates who can operate at the intersection of people management and legal compliance.

2

Who Should Apply

This opportunity is ideal for:

  • Recent graduates who have completed a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Law (LLB)

  • South African citizens who are self-starters with strong determination to succeed

  • Individuals with a genuine interest in labour law, employee relations, or human capital management

  • Candidates who demonstrate strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal competencies


Tip: If your degree bridges both HR and Law, highlight this in your CV. Old Mutual values candidates who can operate at the intersection of people management and legal compliance.

3

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Completed Bachelor of Human Resources Management (BHRM) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

  • Must be a South African citizen

  • Must be a recent graduate (qualification completed within a recent academic cycle)

  • No prior work experience required, though exposure to HR or legal environments is advantageous


Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and graduation certificate are certified and ready for submission before applying.

3

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Completed Bachelor of Human Resources Management (BHRM) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

  • Must be a South African citizen

  • Must be a recent graduate (qualification completed within a recent academic cycle)

  • No prior work experience required, though exposure to HR or legal environments is advantageous


Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and graduation certificate are certified and ready for submission before applying.

3

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Completed Bachelor of Human Resources Management (BHRM) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

  • Must be a South African citizen

  • Must be a recent graduate (qualification completed within a recent academic cycle)

  • No prior work experience required, though exposure to HR or legal environments is advantageous


Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and graduation certificate are certified and ready for submission before applying.

3

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Completed Bachelor of Human Resources Management (BHRM) or Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

  • Must be a South African citizen

  • Must be a recent graduate (qualification completed within a recent academic cycle)

  • No prior work experience required, though exposure to HR or legal environments is advantageous


Tip: Ensure your academic transcripts and graduation certificate are certified and ready for submission before applying.

4

Areas of Exposure

Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Employment Relations (ER) and Employment Equity (EE) administration

  • Engagement forum management and secretariat functions

  • Labour legislation application and compliance processes

  • CCMA matter support and case management

  • Trade union communication and internal stakeholder engagement

  • Training coordination within an HR environment


Tip: Exposure to CCMA processes and union engagement at this stage of your career is highly valuable. Use this experience to build a strong professional portfolio.

4

Areas of Exposure

Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Employment Relations (ER) and Employment Equity (EE) administration

  • Engagement forum management and secretariat functions

  • Labour legislation application and compliance processes

  • CCMA matter support and case management

  • Trade union communication and internal stakeholder engagement

  • Training coordination within an HR environment


Tip: Exposure to CCMA processes and union engagement at this stage of your career is highly valuable. Use this experience to build a strong professional portfolio.

4

Areas of Exposure

Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Employment Relations (ER) and Employment Equity (EE) administration

  • Engagement forum management and secretariat functions

  • Labour legislation application and compliance processes

  • CCMA matter support and case management

  • Trade union communication and internal stakeholder engagement

  • Training coordination within an HR environment


Tip: Exposure to CCMA processes and union engagement at this stage of your career is highly valuable. Use this experience to build a strong professional portfolio.

4

Areas of Exposure

Applicants will develop practical skills in:

  • Employment Relations (ER) and Employment Equity (EE) administration

  • Engagement forum management and secretariat functions

  • Labour legislation application and compliance processes

  • CCMA matter support and case management

  • Trade union communication and internal stakeholder engagement

  • Training coordination within an HR environment


Tip: Exposure to CCMA processes and union engagement at this stage of your career is highly valuable. Use this experience to build a strong professional portfolio.

5

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing administrative support across ER and EE functions

  • Managing the ER calendar and coordinating engagement forums

  • Performing secretariat and logistical duties for forums and meetings

  • Supporting legal advisors with case management tasks

  • Communicating with trade unions and internal stakeholders

  • Assisting with CCMA matters and ad hoc ER team requests

  • Supporting training initiatives within the practice


Tip: Strong attention to detail and discretion are essential in this role, particularly when handling sensitive labour matters and legal documentation.

5

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing administrative support across ER and EE functions

  • Managing the ER calendar and coordinating engagement forums

  • Performing secretariat and logistical duties for forums and meetings

  • Supporting legal advisors with case management tasks

  • Communicating with trade unions and internal stakeholders

  • Assisting with CCMA matters and ad hoc ER team requests

  • Supporting training initiatives within the practice


Tip: Strong attention to detail and discretion are essential in this role, particularly when handling sensitive labour matters and legal documentation.

5

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing administrative support across ER and EE functions

  • Managing the ER calendar and coordinating engagement forums

  • Performing secretariat and logistical duties for forums and meetings

  • Supporting legal advisors with case management tasks

  • Communicating with trade unions and internal stakeholders

  • Assisting with CCMA matters and ad hoc ER team requests

  • Supporting training initiatives within the practice


Tip: Strong attention to detail and discretion are essential in this role, particularly when handling sensitive labour matters and legal documentation.

5

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing administrative support across ER and EE functions

  • Managing the ER calendar and coordinating engagement forums

  • Performing secretariat and logistical duties for forums and meetings

  • Supporting legal advisors with case management tasks

  • Communicating with trade unions and internal stakeholders

  • Assisting with CCMA matters and ad hoc ER team requests

  • Supporting training initiatives within the practice


Tip: Strong attention to detail and discretion are essential in this role, particularly when handling sensitive labour matters and legal documentation.

6

Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups

  • Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams

  • Customer-focused approach with a commitment to accountability

  • Sound organisational and planning ability

  • Capacity to manage complexity and optimise work processes

  • Organisational awareness and professional savvy


Tip: Old Mutual's listed competencies align closely with their leadership framework. Reflect these in your CV and during interviews using practical examples from your academic experience.

6

Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups

  • Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams

  • Customer-focused approach with a commitment to accountability

  • Sound organisational and planning ability

  • Capacity to manage complexity and optimise work processes

  • Organisational awareness and professional savvy


Tip: Old Mutual's listed competencies align closely with their leadership framework. Reflect these in your CV and during interviews using practical examples from your academic experience.

6

Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups

  • Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams

  • Customer-focused approach with a commitment to accountability

  • Sound organisational and planning ability

  • Capacity to manage complexity and optimise work processes

  • Organisational awareness and professional savvy


Tip: Old Mutual's listed competencies align closely with their leadership framework. Reflect these in your CV and during interviews using practical examples from your academic experience.

6

Competencies & Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups

  • Ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams

  • Customer-focused approach with a commitment to accountability

  • Sound organisational and planning ability

  • Capacity to manage complexity and optimise work processes

  • Organisational awareness and professional savvy


Tip: Old Mutual's listed competencies align closely with their leadership framework. Reflect these in your CV and during interviews using practical examples from your academic experience.

7

What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

  • Hands-on exposure to enterprise-level HR and Employment Relations functions

  • Experience working within a regulated, JSE-listed financial services environment

  • Practical understanding of South African labour law in a live business context

  • Mentorship and guidance from seasoned Employment Relations professionals

  • A meaningful addition to your early-career professional portfolio


Tip: Internships at organisations of this scale are highly competitive. Approach every task as a long-term career investment, not just a programme requirement.

7

What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

  • Hands-on exposure to enterprise-level HR and Employment Relations functions

  • Experience working within a regulated, JSE-listed financial services environment

  • Practical understanding of South African labour law in a live business context

  • Mentorship and guidance from seasoned Employment Relations professionals

  • A meaningful addition to your early-career professional portfolio


Tip: Internships at organisations of this scale are highly competitive. Approach every task as a long-term career investment, not just a programme requirement.

7

What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

  • Hands-on exposure to enterprise-level HR and Employment Relations functions

  • Experience working within a regulated, JSE-listed financial services environment

  • Practical understanding of South African labour law in a live business context

  • Mentorship and guidance from seasoned Employment Relations professionals

  • A meaningful addition to your early-career professional portfolio


Tip: Internships at organisations of this scale are highly competitive. Approach every task as a long-term career investment, not just a programme requirement.

7

What You Will Gain

Professional growth opportunities include:

  • Hands-on exposure to enterprise-level HR and Employment Relations functions

  • Experience working within a regulated, JSE-listed financial services environment

  • Practical understanding of South African labour law in a live business context

  • Mentorship and guidance from seasoned Employment Relations professionals

  • A meaningful addition to your early-career professional portfolio


Tip: Internships at organisations of this scale are highly competitive. Approach every task as a long-term career investment, not just a programme requirement.

8

Employment Equity

Old Mutual is committed to Employment Equity and transformation. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the relevant business unit. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply.


Tip: If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, engage with Old Mutual's recruitment team directly through the official platform.

8

Employment Equity

Old Mutual is committed to Employment Equity and transformation. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the relevant business unit. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply.


Tip: If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, engage with Old Mutual's recruitment team directly through the official platform.

8

Employment Equity

Old Mutual is committed to Employment Equity and transformation. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the relevant business unit. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply.


Tip: If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, engage with Old Mutual's recruitment team directly through the official platform.

8

Employment Equity

Old Mutual is committed to Employment Equity and transformation. The appointment will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the relevant business unit. Candidates from designated groups are encouraged to apply.


Tip: If you require any reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, engage with Old Mutual's recruitment team directly through the official platform.

9

Application Process

How to Apply:

  • Submit your application via Old Mutual's official careers portal by clicking (Apply Here For Inter) button below

  • Upload all required supporting documentation at the time of application

  • Ensure your application is complete before submission — incomplete applications may not be considered

  • Submit before the closing date of 24 February 2026 at 23:59


Tip: Do not wait until the final day. System volumes often spike near closing dates, which can cause delays or technical issues.

9

Application Process

How to Apply:

  • Submit your application via Old Mutual's official careers portal by clicking (Apply Here For Inter) button below

  • Upload all required supporting documentation at the time of application

  • Ensure your application is complete before submission — incomplete applications may not be considered

  • Submit before the closing date of 24 February 2026 at 23:59


Tip: Do not wait until the final day. System volumes often spike near closing dates, which can cause delays or technical issues.

9

Application Process

How to Apply:

  • Submit your application via Old Mutual's official careers portal by clicking (Apply Here For Inter) button below

  • Upload all required supporting documentation at the time of application

  • Ensure your application is complete before submission — incomplete applications may not be considered

  • Submit before the closing date of 24 February 2026 at 23:59


Tip: Do not wait until the final day. System volumes often spike near closing dates, which can cause delays or technical issues.

9

Application Process

How to Apply:

  • Submit your application via Old Mutual's official careers portal by clicking (Apply Here For Inter) button below

  • Upload all required supporting documentation at the time of application

  • Ensure your application is complete before submission — incomplete applications may not be considered

  • Submit before the closing date of 24 February 2026 at 23:59


Tip: Do not wait until the final day. System volumes often spike near closing dates, which can cause delays or technical issues.

10

Required Documents

  • Updated and professionally formatted CV

  • Certified copy of your degree certificate or academic transcripts

  • Certified copy of your South African ID document

  • Any additional supporting documentation relevant to the role


Tip: Certifications must typically be no older than three months. Confirm this requirement on the official platform before submitting.

10

Required Documents

  • Updated and professionally formatted CV

  • Certified copy of your degree certificate or academic transcripts

  • Certified copy of your South African ID document

  • Any additional supporting documentation relevant to the role


Tip: Certifications must typically be no older than three months. Confirm this requirement on the official platform before submitting.

10

Required Documents

  • Updated and professionally formatted CV

  • Certified copy of your degree certificate or academic transcripts

  • Certified copy of your South African ID document

  • Any additional supporting documentation relevant to the role


Tip: Certifications must typically be no older than three months. Confirm this requirement on the official platform before submitting.

10

Required Documents

  • Updated and professionally formatted CV

  • Certified copy of your degree certificate or academic transcripts

  • Certified copy of your South African ID document

  • Any additional supporting documentation relevant to the role


Tip: Certifications must typically be no older than three months. Confirm this requirement on the official platform before submitting.

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Completed BHRM or LLB degree

✔ South African citizen

✔ Recent graduate status confirmed

✔ Core competencies align with role requirements

✔ All documentation certified and ready for upload

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Completed BHRM or LLB degree

✔ South African citizen

✔ Recent graduate status confirmed

✔ Core competencies align with role requirements

✔ All documentation certified and ready for upload

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Completed BHRM or LLB degree

✔ South African citizen

✔ Recent graduate status confirmed

✔ Core competencies align with role requirements

✔ All documentation certified and ready for upload

11

Quick Eligibility Checklist

✔ Completed BHRM or LLB degree

✔ South African citizen

✔ Recent graduate status confirmed

✔ Core competencies align with role requirements

✔ All documentation certified and ready for upload

12

Important Notes

  • Old Mutual reserves the right not to make an appointment if a suitable candidate is not identified

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted — if you do not hear back within a reasonable period, consider your application unsuccessful

  • Late applications submitted after 24 February 2026 at 23:59 will not be considered under any circumstances


Tip: Set a personal reminder at least 48 hours before the closing date to review and finalise your submission.

12

Important Notes

  • Old Mutual reserves the right not to make an appointment if a suitable candidate is not identified

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted — if you do not hear back within a reasonable period, consider your application unsuccessful

  • Late applications submitted after 24 February 2026 at 23:59 will not be considered under any circumstances


Tip: Set a personal reminder at least 48 hours before the closing date to review and finalise your submission.

12

Important Notes

  • Old Mutual reserves the right not to make an appointment if a suitable candidate is not identified

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted — if you do not hear back within a reasonable period, consider your application unsuccessful

  • Late applications submitted after 24 February 2026 at 23:59 will not be considered under any circumstances


Tip: Set a personal reminder at least 48 hours before the closing date to review and finalise your submission.

12

Important Notes

  • Old Mutual reserves the right not to make an appointment if a suitable candidate is not identified

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted — if you do not hear back within a reasonable period, consider your application unsuccessful

  • Late applications submitted after 24 February 2026 at 23:59 will not be considered under any circumstances


Tip: Set a personal reminder at least 48 hours before the closing date to review and finalise your submission.

13

Disclaimer

Applicants are strongly encouraged to verify all information directly through Old Mutual's official careers platform before applying. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

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Disclaimer

Applicants are strongly encouraged to verify all information directly through Old Mutual's official careers platform before applying. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

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Disclaimer

Applicants are strongly encouraged to verify all information directly through Old Mutual's official careers platform before applying. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

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Disclaimer

Applicants are strongly encouraged to verify all information directly through Old Mutual's official careers platform before applying. The content provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

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