Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Duration: 12 Months
Company Type: State-Owned Short-Term Insurer
Company Profile: What makes Sasria unique?
Sasria is the only special risk insurer in South Africa. While standard insurance companies cover accidents or theft, Sasria covers “Special Risks” like strikes, riots, and civil unrest. When you work at Sasria, you aren’t just doing “insurance”—you are helping maintain South Africa’s economic stability.
The Opportunity: Professional Development
The program is designed as a talent pipeline. Sasria doesn’t just want “help around the office”; they want to train graduates to become the future leaders of the insurance industry.
Available Career Paths
| Department | Required Qualification |
| Human Capital | Degree in HR Management / Development or Org Psychology |
| Governance | LLB or B.Com Law |
| Procurement | Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management |
| Multimedia | Diploma/Degree in Graphic or Multimedia Design |
| Quality Assurance | Diploma/Degree in Auditing, Accounting, or Risk Management |
| Claims (Learnership) | Grade 12 / Matric (Entry-level) |
| Underwriting | BCom in Insurance, Risk, or Business Management |
| Developer | BSc/BTech in Computer Science or IT |
Career Advice: Standing Out at Sasria
1. Understand the “Agent” Model
Sasria doesn’t sell insurance directly to the public; they work through “Agents” (like Old Mutual, Santam, or Outsurance). Understanding this B2B (Business-to-Business) model is crucial for Underwriting and Claims applicants.
2. Public Sector Compliance
Because Sasria is a State-Owned Company, they follow strict laws like the PFMA (Public Finance Management Act). If you are applying for Procurement or Governance, mentioning your awareness of the PFMA in your interview will set you apart.
3. Special Risk Context
Sasria’s workload is often tied to the “pulse” of the country. Being aware of current events, industrial strikes, and social trends shows that you have the “special risk” mindset required for this specific insurer.
Interview Prep: Possible Questions
- “Sasria covers special risks. Can you name a recent event in SA that would fall under Sasria’s cover?”
- Answer: Mention events like the July 2021 unrest or recent large-scale industrial strikes. Explain that Sasria’s role is to ensure businesses can rebuild after such events.
- “For the Developer Intern: How can technology improve insurance claims processing?”
- Answer: “By using AI to automate document verification or developing portals that allow Agent Insurers to submit claims more efficiently via REST APIs, reducing manual data entry errors.”
- “For the HR Intern: Why is organizational psychology important in a high-stakes environment like Sasria?”
- Answer: “Because Sasria deals with national crises, the internal culture must be resilient. Org Psychology helps ensure employees are supported and that the team remains high-performing during high-pressure periods.”