Great Place To Work® Certified – South Africa
Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
Thriving Working Growing Belonging at Cipla
At Cipla, we consider our people to be one of our biggest assets. Our highly skilled workforce, with their unwavering commitment to excellence and our purpose of “Caring for Life” is critical to Cipla’s success. We attract, retain and develop the right talent mix, with genuine diversity across gender, age, expertise and geography.
LIFE AT CIPLA
Why you’ll thrive at Cipla
There is more than one way into Cipla, and more than one way to grow. We back the whole person.
Employee wellbeing
Wellness days, EAP support and a culture that looks after the whole person.
Inclusion & diversity
A workplace where difference is expected, respected and genuinely heard.
Employment equity
Deliberate, measurable commitments to a workforce that reflects our communities.
Learning & development
Study assistance, accreditations and structured programmes that keep you growing.
Early careers
Bursaries, internships and the Graduate Skills Programme.
Recognition
Work that gets seen, and people who get credited for it.
Autonomy & empowerment
Real responsibility from day one, with leaders who coach rather than control.
Purpose-driven work
Caring for Life is the brief, every role moves that mission forward.
EVP PILLARS
Make every life thrive
Three commitments shape how we hire, grow and care for our people and how we show up for the patients who depend on us.
Policies that support you through every stage of your journey
Our people policies are designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and life’s important moments, helping you thrive both personally and professionally.
Compassionate Leave
Five days to support employees in times of death of an immediate family member.
Sabbatical Leave
Leave of up to 3 – 6 months to help employees pursue their interests or other obligations.
Paternity Leave
Fourteen calendar days of paternity leave for male employees.
Global Mobility Policy
Support for employees moving between Cipla’s markets and operations around the world.
Birthday Leave
Enjoy your special day and the opportunity to spend valuable time with your loved ones.
Study Leave
We believe in investing in your personal and professional growth. Study leave is available to give you dedicated time to prepare for and complete your examinations.
Employee Children’s Bursary Scheme
Financial support to eligible employees’ children, helping to create opportunities for academic achievement and future success.
Group Risk Life Plan Scheme
Your wellbeing and financial security matter to us. Group Risk Cover helps provide financial support and protection for you and your loved ones when it is needed most.
Disclaimer:
The policies and benefits featured on this careers page may vary depending on the location of the role. Please refer to the relevant job posting for details applicable to your region.
Championing careCaring for life goes beyond medicine
Caring for life shapes how we look after our people, our communities and the planet we share.
Beyond medicineCipla Foundation
Building healthier communities across Africa. Follow the projects, people and partnerships as they happen.
Cipla Foundation Initiatives
Nourishing careersWe grow our own talent
From first bursary to first leadership role, routes in, and room to keep growing.
South Africa only – these programmes are currently offered in the SA region.
Ready to thrive?
Explore open roles across Cipla and take the next step in your career.
Internship
Workplace experience opportunities for unemployed youth aged 18-35 through a range of partner programmes, with varying durations, experiences, and stipend offerings.
YES Programme
Career-launch opportunities for graduates through participating YES programmes, offering workplace experience and professional development.
Stay connected
Follow us on LinkedIn
Be first to see new roles, meet the people behind Cipla, and follow the stories shaping a healthier Africa.
Employee stories
Building tomorrow’s talent, today
Our people, in their own words. From first internships to summits, wellness days and everything in between. Read or watch their stories below.
“I joined Cipla as an intern, still figuring out where I fit in the working world. Since then I’ve grown into myself professionally, gained confidence, and learned skills I never imagined I’d have. Cipla has been more than a workplace - it has been a place of growth, opportunity and becoming.”
Lorraine MakhaniInternal Comms & Copywriting · Internal Agency
“I started at Cipla as an intern in 2024 and my journey has been amazing, far beyond what I imagined. Whenever I faced difficulties my colleagues supported me. Cipla is not just a workplace, it feels like a home to me.”
Sandisiwe SizaniIT Desktop Support · Digital
“My journey started as an intern, learning from experienced professionals and building a strong foundation in IT support. The most valuable lesson I’ve learned here is the importance of putting people first.”
Tebogo KlaasIT Desktop Support · Digital
Videos to watch
Life at Cipla, on camera
Our people on the work, the teams and the moments that stay with them.
Cipla Employee Stories
Cipla Graduate Interviews
Commercial Synergy Summit
Cipla Wellness Day
Cipla Graduates – In their own words
Cipla Employee Stories
Recognition
Awards & recognition
Great Place To Work® Certified — Morocco
Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
Great Place To Work® Certified — Kenya
Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
Great Place To Work® Certified – South Africa
Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
Great Place To Work® Certified – Morocco
Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
Great Place To Work® Certified – Kenya
Oct 2025 – Oct 2026
Stay connected
Building healthier communities across Africa. Follow the projects, people and partnerships as they happen.
Cipla Africa on LinkedIn
See new roles, meet the people behind Cipla, and follow the stories shaping a healthier Africa.
Cipla Africa on Instagram
Day-to-day life at Cipla, the people we work with and the moments behind our work.
Cipla Africa on Facebook
Projects, people and partnerships, straight from the communities we serve.
Cipla Africa on X
Updates and announcements, from new roles to company news.
Cipla Africa on YouTube
Watch the communities we work with and the people driving our work forward.
