Actuarial Bursaries 2026 Liberty Group Limited
Liberty offers Actuarial Science bursaries to high-achieving full-time students from their second year of study onwards. The bursary provides comprehensive financial support, including tuition, accommodation, meals, and a travel allowance (where applicable). Recipients gain access to ongoing mentorship, networking opportunities, vacation work, and guaranteed employment upon graduation.
Bursary Overview:
- Bursary Title: Actuarial Bursaries 2026
- Company: Liberty Group Limited
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Closing Date: 30 August 2025
Company Overview:
Liberty Group Limited is a leading South African financial services group specialising in insurance, asset management, investment, and risk solutions. Guided by its core values, Liberty is committed to delivering innovative financial services, fostering diversity and inclusion, and empowering individuals and businesses to achieve financial freedom. The company offers dynamic career and learning opportunities, underpinned by a strong culture of excellence, collaboration, and integrity.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Continuous excellent academic performance in all first-year modules.
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Overall average above 60%, with 65% or higher in mathematical and actuarial modules.
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Good leadership qualities and participation in extracurricular activities (sports, debating, academic competitions, etc.) is an advantage.
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South African citizen by birth or descent.
Purpose of the Bursary Programme:
To support talented students pursuing a career in actuarial science by providing specialist knowledge, mentorship, and practical exposure, enabling them to deliver sound commercial advice through the application of probability, investment theory, and statistical tools.
Key Responsibilities for Vacation Work & Graduate Placement:
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Conduct actuarial and statistical analyses to support management decisions.
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Apply research methodologies to gather and assess information.
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Perform data checking, validation, and model building.
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Build understanding of statutory reserving, IFRS reporting, and product pricing.
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Adhere to actuarial standards, company policies, and governance frameworks.
Skills & Competencies:
Technical:
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Quantitative skills (Intermediate)
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Modelling (Basic)
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Statistical & mathematical analysis (Intermediate)
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Research and information gathering (Basic)
Behavioural:
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Attention to detail and organisational skills
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Problem-solving and analytical thinking
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Teamwork and cooperation
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Relationship management and networking
Benefits:
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Full financial coverage (tuition, accommodation, meals, travel allowance where applicable)
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Mentorship and academic support
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Networking and industry exposure
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Vacation work opportunities
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Guaranteed employment upon graduation
Employment Equity Statement:
Liberty Group Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Act and the company’s Transformation Strategy. We encourage applications from persons with disabilities.
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