Ready to make a difference and launch your professional journey? Apply now for MMC’s 2026 Graduate Programme and unlock a world of growth, learning, and maningful impact in the industry.
Join our dynamic Graduate Programme and gain invaluable experience in Risk and Insurance Services. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a global team that values your potential.
Locations: Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Durban, Port Elizabeth, Pretoria, Sandton
Duration: 18 months (Fixed Term Contract)
Marsh McLennan is a global leader in insurance broking and innovative risk management solutions. We help clients quantify and manage risk while unlocking new growth opportunities. Our culture is rooted in diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and innovation. We are relationship builders—both with colleagues and clients alike.
Why Join Our Graduate Programme
Gain practical experience by working on real projects with clients and industry leaders.
Develop essential skills and build lasting relationships
Mentorship from industry experts
Engage in real projects with direct client involvement
Access ongoing training, development, and networking opportunities
Start your career in a vibrant, inclusive environment that values your well-being and growth
What to Expect
Real responsibilities and impactful projects
Support and challenges to help you grow professionally
Opportunities to establish a strong professional network
A dynamic work environment that values teamwork and collaboration
Mentorship, training, and career progression pathways
Work-life balance and a culture that values your well-being
Eligibility & Qualifying Criteria
South African citizen
Recent graduate (qualification completed by end of 2025 or earlier)
Degree in Insurance and Risk Management, Bachelor of Engineering (all specialisations), Law/LLB, Economics, Finance or Accounting, Bachelor of Science / Business Science, Compliance is preferred.
Knowledge of MS Office
Reside near the opportunity location
Available to start on 1st February 2026
Not enrolled for further studies during the programme
Application Requirements:
Please prepare the following documents for upload:
Updated CV
ID Copy
Matric Certificate
Academic Record/Transcripts
Degree Certificate (if available)
Applications with missing documents will not be considered
Apply now and Start Your Journey with MMC. You can be your best here!
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.
Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are also committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com to discuss any specific needs.
Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.