YOUR CAREER WITH OLD MUTUAL
Don Schneider
Group Human Resources Director
"At Old Mutual we are committed to our people and their ongoing development. Whichever part of our business you join, you will be encouraged and supported to add to your skills, knowledge and capabilities."
The success of our people and that of our business are intricately linked. So, as an employee, you can be assured of our commitment to your development.
Each of our businesses provides local learning and development opportunities, and we pride ourselves on the innovation and creativity of these different offerings. Plus, whichever Old Mutual Group business you work for, and wherever you happen to be based in the world, you will be well supported throughout your career. That's because every role in every part of our international business uses the same career development model, ensuring you enjoy appropriate learning and development opportunities throughout your career.
So, whether you are based in Columbia or Cape Town, Boston or Beijing, Stockholm or London, you will have access to some great learning experiences, not only to support you in your current role, but also to help you realise your full potential. And, as a business with multiple international locations, we know the benefits of providing opportunities for our people from across these businesses and geographical borders to interact and share best practice.
Here's what some of our people have to say:
So, if you are the type of person who shares our ambitions and is:
- Personally motivated
- Committed and passionate about their own development and that of others
- Open minded and prepared to give it a go
- Receptive to challenge
- Prepared to have assumptions challenged
- Open to diversity
Then we can offer you an enjoyable and rewarding career experience.
Find out more about current opportunities for you to join us.
Developing leaders
We provide inspirational development programmes for our leaders of today and tomorrow, offering invaluable experiences and exciting new challenges.
The Business Manager Programme, for example, is highly regarded by those who have taken part. 'It is importantly differentiated from MBA-type training,' explains Peter Baxter, Chief Executive of Old Mutual Asset Managers (UK). 'It focuses on practical leadership, self management and organisational management skills appropriate to a new CEO, as opposed to technical skills such as strategy, finance and planning. Ben Kodisang, Managing Director of South-Africa-based Old Mutual Investment Group Property Investments agrees: "BMP creates a platform for leaders to network and build solid relations that help deepen one's understanding."
The Strategic Management Development Programme focuses on strategic thinking and implementation, supporting our aim to make sure all our leaders work effectively as a team across Old Mutual. It helps leaders develop a participative leadership style, integrating best management practice. Michelle Andrews, International Business , is enthusiastic about the programme: "It was great. I have already used the models in my business, specifically the product leadership, operational excellence and creative strategy." Charsten Christensen, Head of Denmark , also appreciates what he has learned: "I have used many of the tools, specifically in strategy management planning and business planning. In addition, I have found the personal awareness of my leadership abilities excellent; it helped me identify things to concentrate on."
