Top Roles at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey in Risk within Business and Commercial Banking? Our BCB Risk Graduate Programme offers you the opportunity to gain hands on experience in a dynamic and fast paced industry. 

Through a series of rotations, you will gain extensive experience in a wide range of analytical areas across South Africa and the African Continent, including: 

• Credit Risk Modelling – Learn to develop and refine models that assess risk, guiding critical lending decisions. 
• Digital Lending Strategies – Discover advanced techniques in credit scoring and automated lending strategies to improve lending outcomes. 
• Lending Portfolio Management – Gain insights into managing diverse lending portfolios and optimising performance. 
• Data Management and Engineering – Master the skills to create and manage large datasets, understand data governance and create compelling visualisations that drive business insights. 
• AI & Automation – Gain hands-on experience in applying AI and automation to real banking process. 

Why join Standard Bank? 

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in credit risk. 
• Professional Development – Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth. 
• Real-World Projects – Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills. 
• Career Pathways – Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank. 

Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. 

Key responsibilities: 

During this 18-month programme, you will have the opportunity to: 

• Understand the Credit Risk Lifecycle: Gain comprehensive insights into each stage of the credit risk process and its impact on business operations. 
• Enhance Coding Skills: Develop and refine your expertise in SAS, SQL, and Python to analyse data and create innovative solutions. 
• Contribute to Digital Risk Modernisation: Play a key role in updating and streamlining digital risk solutions and strategies. 
• Develop and Maintain Credit Risk Models: Assist in creating, deploying, maintaining, and monitoring models that evaluate risk and guide critical lending decisions. 
• Create Insightful Dashboards: Use tools like Power BI and Qlik Sense to craft data-driven dashboards that provide valuable insights and key performance indicators (KPIs) for stakeholders. 
• Optimise Credit Limit Setting Strategies: Support the design, maintenance, and improvement of strategies for digital and automated lending processes. 
• Monitor Credit Portfolios: Contribute to the comprehensive oversight of credit portfolios and support the creation of reports for effective portfolio management. 
• Perform Quantitative Analytics: Analyse data to evaluate current credit strategies and develop innovative challenger strategies to enhance Business and Commercial Banking portfolios. 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026) 

BSc/BCom: 

• Business Mathematics and Informatics (BMI) 
• Mathematics 
• Statistics 
• Data Science 
• Actuarial Science 
• Computer Science 
• Engineering (Financial, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical & Chemical) 
• Operations / Operational Research 
• Risk Analysis / Analytics 

Postgraduate to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 18 months. 
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 18 months  

 Application closing date: 30 May 2026 

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Job Description

• To establish and lead a Product Solutioning practice that enables the discovery, design, build and feed into the delivery system of integrated, client-centric product solutions across Personal and Private Banking.
• This includes embedding product solutioning as a core capability to drive efficiencies, eliminate duplication and enable speed and quality to market in order to achieve commercial and client experience objectives.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
• Field of Study: Business Commerce, Information Technology

Experience Required
Products

• Personal and Private Banking
• More than 10 years
• Experience in managing product and solution delivery, delivering business value, managing teams and managing IT projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in effectively managing relationships across the value chain to deliver a programme of work.
• Experience in effectively managing front to back delivery teams i.e. business, specialised functions (SME’s) and IT delivery.
• Strong business and product background. Strong technical / IT understanding.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Developing Strategies
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Generating Ideas
• Making Decisions
• Producing Output
• Pursuing Goals
• Seizing Opportunities
• Showing Composure
• Upholding Standards
• Valuing Individuals

Technical Competencies:

• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Financial Acumen
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)
• Product Related Systems (Consumer Banking)
• Risk Management

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Job Description

• Our Business Banking Coverage segment provides broad-based client solutions to a wide spectrum of small, medium and large enterprises. Our support extends across the 14 sectors in which we operate, providing our clients with deep sector knowledge and solutioning expertise.
• We have partnered with businesses for over 160 years, and it is our approach to client relationships that truly distinguishes us, encapsulated by the phrase ‘partnering for growth’.   
• The Business Banking Coverage SA Graduate Programme seeks to foster the minds and passion of young South Africans in driving the growth of our businesses thereby making a significant contribution to our country’s economy.  
• Through this programme, you will be exposed to our various sectors and industries, client relationship principles and using analytical capabilities to better partner with our clients for their growth.    

Why join Standard Bank?  

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in credit risk.  
• Professional Development – Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth.  
• Real-World Projects – Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills.   
• Career Pathways – Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank.   

Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.  

Key responsibilities:  

• To grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Premium and Growth Segment relationships through partnering for growth using an ecosystem mindset to proactively provide a high-end differentiated service with premium solutions that add value.  
• To support the Relationship Manager with the day-to-day administrative functions, portfolio management, entrenchment, and operational functions for an allocated portfolio.  
• To ensure that all compliance requirements within the portfolio are met and act as a central contact point for the client, providing sales and service fulfilment aligned to segment targets.  
• Is accountable for assisting Relationship Manager in the day-to-day execution of their credit portfolio.  

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026): 

• BCom Accounting, Finance, Economics   
• BCom Agricultural Economics   
• BCom Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management   
• BSc Agriculture: Agricultural Economic Analysis  

Postgraduate to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months. 
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Copies of qualifications to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026 

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Job Description

• We’re looking for talented individuals to join BCB Risk as Graduate Trainees within our Commercial Lending Solutions graduate programme. 
• The aim of this 18-month graduate programme is to equip you with the skills, judgement, and practical experience required to become a well‑rounded Risk Practitioner within the BCB segment. Graduates are supported and guided by senior executives and managers responsible for BCB Risk portfolios across the bank. 
• Through a structured series of rotations, you will gain hands‑on exposure to how risk is managed across the full lending value chain, building a strong foundation in Business Banking and progressing into Commercial and more complex lending environments. This approach ensures graduates develop both breadth and depth in risk-based decision-making across BCB. 

You will gain experience in a range of lending and risk areas, including: 

Lending Portfolios: 

• Commercial Asset Finance 
• Business Lending 
• Centralised Lending 
• Collections 
• Fleet and Wholesale Finance 
• Collateral Management 

Throughout the programme, graduates will develop an end‑to‑end understanding of the Commercial Lending lifecycle, including: 

• Gaining comprehensive insight into each stage of the credit risk process and its impact on business operations. 
• Developing a strong understanding of credit evaluation and risk decisioning, supporting asset growth objectives across the Commercial segments. 
• Partnering with business teams and applying an ecosystem‑based approach to understand and meet client lending needs, in support of Standard Bank’s Universal Financial Services Organisation aspiration. 
• Performing quantitative and qualitative analytics, analysing data to evaluate existing strategies and develop innovative challenger approaches that enhance Business and Commercial Banking portfolios. 

These experiences are designed to strengthen commercial judgement, inform risk‑based decision‑making, and support customer‑centric lending solutions. 

Why join Standard Bank? 

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in‑depth training from industry experts, building a solid foundation in commercial credit and risk management. 
• Professional Development – Benefit from mentorship, networking opportunities, and continuous learning resources to support your growth. 
• Real‑World Exposure – Work on meaningful projects and real lending cases that have a tangible impact on the business. 
• Career Pathways – The programme opens the door to long‑term career opportunities within BCB Risk and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank. 

Take the next step in your career journey and join a team that values innovation, collaboration, sound judgement, and excellence in lending risk solutions. 

Key responsibilities: 

During this 18‑month programme, graduates can look forward to developing the following capabilities and experiences: 

Credit Evaluation and Risk Decisioning 

• Develop a strong understanding of credit evaluation processes, ensuring high‑quality, well‑reasoned credit decisions are made within relevant product and segment credit policies. 
• Support the development and application of lending and risk strategies that proactively manage credit risk while enabling sustainable portfolio growth. 

End‑to‑End Credit Risk Lifecycle Exposure 

• Work closely with Credit Risk Management teams across the full lending lifecycle, including origination, evaluation, sanctioning, drawdown, and ongoing monitoring. 
• Assist with the preparation of credit agreements, fulfilment of pre‑conditions, release of limits, and management of post‑sanction and ongoing credit conditions. 

Risk Governance & Operational Excellence 

• Gain exposure to risk governance and operational processes, reviewing standard operating procedures and service level agreements to ensure alignment with internal credit policies, regulatory requirements, and best practice standards. 

Project & Delivery Support 

• Participate in projects and ad‑hoc initiatives that support lending strategy, process improvement, training, and the enhancement of customer journeys across Business and Commercial Banking. 

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration 

• Build strong working relationships within BCB Risk, the broader Lending Credit teams, and key business stakeholders by collaborating effectively across functions and portfolios. 
• Contribute to a culture of partnership between Risk and Business in delivering sound lending decisions. 

Client and Portfolio Engagement 

• Support business teams in developing a deeper understanding of clients, sectors, and portfolios, and in assessing whether lending opportunities align with approved risk appetite. 
• Apply both quantitative analysis and commercial judgement to support practical customer‑centric lending solutions. 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026): 

• BCom Accounting or SAICA endorsed Accounting Degree 

Postgraduate qualification to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 18 months.  
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 18 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026

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Job Description

• Step into a high‑impact role at the forefront of growth. This position is responsible for originating and winning new‑to‑bank Business & Commercial clients for Standard Bank, with a strong focus on structured transactions that drive Net Interest Income (NII) growth.
• You’ll operate as a trusted subject matter expert, partnering with clients on complex financing needs and providing leveraged acquisition finance (LAF) solutions where required. This is a role for a commercially astute deal‑maker who thrives on building relationships, structuring value‑adding solutions, and shaping sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• First Degree in Business Commerce

Experience

• 8–10 years’ experience in commercial banking or a comparable financial services environment
• Proven expertise in debt structuring and structured finance solutions
• Strong understanding of credit, compliance, policies, systems, and procedures
• Solid knowledge of industry sectors, including risk profiles and emerging trends
• Sound grasp of business and financial management principles, enabling you to balance growth with cost efficiency, risk management, and profitability

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies

• Convincing People
• Embracing Change
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas
• Interpreting Data

Technical Competencies

• Financial Acumen
• Interpreting Financial Statements
• Planning, Forecasting and Budgeting

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Job Description

• Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey in Agribusiness within Business and Commercial Banking? Our Graduate Programme offers you the opportunity to gain hands on experience in a dynamic and fast paced industry.   

Through a series of rotations, you will gain extensive experience in a wide range of analytical areas across South Africa. Including:  

• Primary Agriculture debt viability investigations  
• Financial modelling   
• Debt structuring  
• Collateral agreements and mechanisms  
• Client relationship management  
• Client portfolio management  

Standard Bank Agribusiness is a reputable and peer recognised specialist Division who focus on financial enablement of primary agricultural producers and secondary agribusiness operations.      

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in Agribusiness.  
• Professional Development – Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth.  
• Real-World Projects – Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills.   
• Career Pathways – Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank.   

Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.  

Key responsibilities: 

During this 18-month programme, you will have the opportunity to:   

• Gain a working knowledge of agribusiness value chains in South Africa.  
• Understand how debt structuring is done to create an optimal funding and capital structure.  
• Undertake an agricultural viability study and perform financial modelling which  take into consideration market and industry dynamics.  
• Be able to discuss farming and financial prospects with agribusiness clients.  

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026): 

• BSc Honours in an agriculture related field such as agricultural economics  
• BCom Honours with specialisation in an agriculture related field such as agricultural economics  

Postgraduate qualification to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 18 months. 
• Be able to demonstrate an entry level of insight into South African agriculture.    
• Being able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Financial and Management Accounting will be beneficial.  
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 18 months 
 
Application closing date: 30 June 2026 

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Job Description

• To provide specialist expertise and advice as part of the Group Physical Security and in part, Real Estate Services Engineering Function as it relates to the Physical Security and Industrial Automation Control Systems and Technologies (Telemetry) for the Standard Bank Group to ensure an effective and efficient Telemetry environment.
• Telemetry includes all systems and technologies such as video surveillance, access control, intercoms, dedicated network and enabling systems on the network layers.

Qualifications

Min NQF Level 7 Qualification in Electrical Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Computer Engineering or related fields, such as:

• Mechatronics Engineering
• Electromechanical Engineering
• Instrumentation & Control Engineering
• Control Systems Engineering
• Industrial Engineering (where focused on automation or systems integration)
• Systems Engineering
• Automation Engineering
• Telecommunications Engineering
• Information Technology / Computer Systems (with focus on networks or security systems)
• Network Engineering
• Security Systems Technology
• Engineering Science
• Aeronautical Engineering

Experience Required:

• 3-4 years Telemetry Environment and RES Engineering - An engineering background and experience would enable the incumbent to deploy an enterprise class Telemetry environment which is aligned to the IT/Business domains.
• 5-7 years The role requires an individual with a solid understanding and practical experience of Physical Security systems.

Additional Information

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement and continuously update Physical Security solutions and architectures and collaborate with other internal RES. Engineering and IT technology project stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery.
• Assess industry Telemetry technologies and systems against the Telemetry architecture and framework to ensure system/solution architecture alignment and integration, liaise with relevant stakeholders should risks or incompatibilities arise.
• Provide specialist input into future technical operational and capacity planning as well as future technical strategy and architecture planning to ensure optimal systems architecture across the relevant RES Functions within Standard Bank South Africa.
• Act as the subject matter expert with regards to problem and technical issue management and resolution as it pertains to Physical Security Systems, Telemetry Network and on an application level, the RES Engineering Systems to ensure optimal performance across all major points of representation within South Africa.
• Engage directly with external vendors and suppliers as it relates to the Campus Physical Security Systems in order to ensure systems maintenance is performed as per the contracted service level agreements.
• Act as the subject matter expert with regards to integration of the Campus Telemetry Networks on behalf of the RES Engineering Function into the organisations Telemetry Enterprise Architecture Framework to ensure adherence to all minimum requirements.
• Provide technical consulting and design services to primary and secondary campuses across Standard Bank South Africa to ensure standardisation and sharing of best practices.
• Identify user requirements by analysing user needs, preferences, objectives, and working methods in order to inform an appropriate design approach and within a Telemetry architecture landscape.
• Provide subject matter expertise input to the Monitoring and control the Campus Physical Security Systems across all major points of representation within South Africa, including Simmonds Street Campus, GLC, CVOP and 30 Baker Street.
• Monitor and identify any potential risks as it relates to the Campus Physical Security Systems and Telemetry Environment in general (excluding RES specialist Engineering systems) to ensure risks are reported the various forums and mitigated to protect the organisation.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the Operational Physical Security Heads and Managers across all provinces within South Africa in order to help ensure standardisation across the country and optimal performance of the Physical Security systems.
• Develop strong relationships with the RES Engineering and RES Engineering Operations resources internally and their external vendors and suppliers to help ensure that the RES Engineering Telemetry systems are aligned for correct and effective operations.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Access Control Systems
• Building Access Management
• Network Security Monitoring
• Physical Security Management
• Service Level Management
• Video Monitoring Systems

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Job Description

• To lead and manage the Client Capability of the China Segment, in the core operating markets across the Africa.  Delivering universal client coverage, China segment expertise and leadership into Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) and the client franchise.
• Act as a trusted advisor, negotiating improvements and strategic change across functions, to originate and unlock client opportunities and deliver against the client mandate and sector strategy.

Essential functions include : 

• Own, manage and drive execution against the functional (sub-sector / country) strategy.
• Act as a figure head for the China Africa Regions function, across the Core Markets in which we operate.
• Own and manage core internal and external relationships and coordinate strategic dialogue across CIB and broader banking franchise, contributing client insight and expertise, aligned to the universal Sector Coverage strategy to define target clients (existing and new to bank), manage risk and achieve revenue growth in line with 5 year time horizon.
• Identify core themes and opportunities at a functional level, and anticipate future scenarios to inform the identification of target clients.
• Drive the client engagement model consistently across the segment to achieve strategic objectives and coverage mandate.
• Co-create solutions in collaboration with segment / product teams, including ideation for delivery of new business lines that contribute to clients’ digital journeys, and collaborate across SBG (sales, product, risk) to scale relevant solutions across the function (i.e. wider than individual clients).

Qualifications

• Post Graduate Degree in Business Commerce
• Must be fluent in the Manderin language written and verbal proficiency) 
• At least 10 years advanced experience in leading client engagement at executive and board level, acting as a trusted advisor
• At least 6 - 8 years experience working across Africa Regions 
• At least 10 years demonstrated &  advanced experience working in complex deal teams within a Corporate & Investment Banking franchise, leading and managing cross functional teams across regions, to drive client centric solutions, deliver revenue growth and a comprehensive client experience.
• At least 10 years demonstrated track record applying sector trends and strategic insights to developing solutions and opportunities for client growth.
• At least 10 years demonstrate mastery of the Client Coverage business and how it fits within the broader bank and competitive environment.
• At least 10 years experience in risk management and fulfilling the role of "first line of defence".
• At least 10 years Seasoned experience in conducting, collating and reviewing detailed financial and / or valuation analysis.

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Technical Competencies:

• Financial Analysis -  Advanced knowledge and understanding of more advanced analyses and the way in which financial ratios, trends, business and value drivers interact.
• Financial Modelling - Expert understanding of financial models and the ability to utilize modelling software packages.
• Market Analysis - Expert ability to synthesize disparate market information, analyze and interpret
  macro level conditions that have impact on business and industries, identify trends, correlations, and themes to arrive at a view of how markets are likely to
  trade.
• Quantitative Analysis - advanced ability to build, analyze and interpret quantitative models to determine potential risk exposure. Able to analyze behavior by using complex mathematical and statistical modelling, measurement and research.

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Job Description

• Our Business Solutioning segment provides broad-based client solutions to a wide spectrum of small, medium and large enterprises. Our support extends across various sectors, providing our clients with deep sector knowledge and solutioning expertise.
• We have partnered with businesses for over 160 years, and it is our approach to client relationships that truly distinguishes us, encapsulated by the phrase ‘partnering for growth’. 
• Our Business Solutioning Graduate Programme seeks to foster the minds and passion of young South Africans in driving the growth of our businesses thereby making a significant contribution to our country’s economy. 
• Through this programme, you will be exposed to our various sectors and industries, client relationship principles and using analytical capabilities to better partner with our clients for their growth.  

Why join Standard Bank? 

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in credit risk.
• Professional Development – Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth. 
• Real-World Projects – Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills. 
• Career Pathways – Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank. 

Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Develop, maintain, and enhance pricing models using mathematical modelling and statistical analysis to support revenue optimization and competitive positioning. 
• Apply advanced data analytics techniques to identify trends, risks, and opportunities that inform pricing strategies and business decisions. 
• Design and deploy AI and machine learning models to deliver predictive insights, automate pricing-related processes, and improve decision accuracy. 
• Build and maintain interactive dashboards and reporting solutions (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Python-based visualisations) to provide timely, actionable insights to stakeholders. 
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, data-driven recommendations that support strategic and operational decision-making. 
• Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g. finance, product, risk, and technology) to align pricing strategies with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and customer needs. 
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation and automation to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase scalability. 
• Monitor and evaluate pricing performance, model accuracy, and business impact, continuously refining approaches based on outcomes and feedback. 
• Ensure data integrity, governance, and best practices are followed in all analytical and reporting activities. 
• Support the bank’s broader innovation and growth agenda by proactively exploring new analytical methods, tools, and technologies. 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026): 

• BSc Mathematics 
• BSc Actuarial 
• BSc Statistics 
• BSc Econometrics 

Postgraduate qualification to be completed by 31 December 2026.

Additional Information

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months.  
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026 

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Job Description

• We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Relationship Manager to join our Private Banking team. This role is responsible for growing, managing, and retaining a portfolio of high-net-worth clients while delivering exceptional value through personalised financial solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients by providing tailored financial solutions, proactive engagement, and outstanding service.
• Conduct in-depth financial analyses, create personalised banking strategies, and ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Analyse industry trends, assess the competitive landscape, and provide performance reports to support informed decision-making and drive business growth.

Qualifications

• FAIS aligned Degree in Business Commerce (NQF7 or higher)
• FAIS Representative certification is mandatory, in line with regulatory requirements.

Essential Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in financial services, with at least 5–7 years in a relationship management or private banking role.
• Proven ability to analyse clients’ financial needs, identify opportunities, and deliver tailored financial solutions that create value for both client and bank.
• Demonstrated success in client acquisition, retention, and portfolio management within a high-net-worth segment.
• Experience in structuring credit applications and facilitating complex lending, investment, and offshore product offerings.
• Proficient understanding of banking processes, financial acumen, and consumer banking products.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information & Providing Insights
• Interpreting Data & Examining Information
• Developing Expertise
• Convincing People & Establishing Rapport
• Producing Output
• Seizing Opportunities
• Taking Action

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Commercial Acumen
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Financial Acumen
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)
• Risk Identification
• Risk Reporting

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Job Description

• To design, code, test, debug, and maintain programs in development environments. Apply agreed standards and tools, to achieve a well-engineers result. Work within a strict framework of programming standards under supervision of senior technical resources.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: Degree
• Field of Study: BSc with Computer Science and Maths
• BBusSc with Computer Science and Maths
• BEconSc with Computer Science and Maths

Experience Required

Software Engineering

• Technology
• 5-7 years
• Broad experience in translating business and functional requirements into technical specifications and developing the programming code to create the solutions.
• Oracle Java Certification (advantageous)
• 5-7 years
• Proven experience in modern engineering practices i.e. dev ops, agile etc., Proven experience across multiple, broad IT Engineering disciplines, with demonstrated specialisation in at least one. Experience within the required scope of expertise.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts

Technical Competencies:

• Java
• SpringBoot
• Cloud Computing
• Design Thinking
• Microservices
• AI (advantageous)

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Job Description

• We believe in courageously confronting change, that is why we keep innovating for our clients. Through our gritty determination and finding new ways to win, we make our clients dreams a reality.   
• At Standard Bank we are passionate about helping you to achieve your dreams. Are you a recently qualified graduate who has the passion to interact with people and ability to create memorable client-centric experiences, then the PPB SB Private Graduate Programme is for you.  
• We are looking for talented and inspired people to work, learn and commit to our deep client obsession in our Private Client environments countrywide. This is an exciting opportunity to strengthen your understanding of client relationship management i.e. Relationship Managers and Young Professionals.  
• The programme provides exposure to relationship banking within the financial services industry, where success is dependent on cross-functional teamwork within client service teams. It also involves active learning and opportunities for practical applications through a rotational programme. In addition to keeping up to date on best practice, you also get the opportunity to present your insights and results to a broad range of stakeholders.  

Key responsibilities: 

• Rotating through different departments will allow you the opportunity to gain experience of different functions and rapidly learn the organisation. These rotations are conducted in person and include immersive, face-to-face experiences where you will connect, learn, and perform tasks under the supervision of the Coaches.  
•  In support of the in person work immersion, you are required to complete relevant training to support your development.  This training will be offered through online modules, in‑person meetings, and classroom sessions. 

Qualifications

Business related Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026):  

• BCom  

Additional Information

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026

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Job Description

• At Standard Bank, we believe every career begins with possibility. We see change not as a challenge to fear, but as an opportunity for graduates to learn, grow, and shape the future. Our purpose drives us to innovate responsibly, strengthen how we manage risk, and create positive, lasting impact for the people and communities we serve.
• By encouraging curiosity, resilience, and meaningful collaboration, we empower young professionals to build confidence, find their voice, and turn bold ambitions into work that truly matters. 

What the Programme Offers 

• Structured learning combined with real‑world, hands‑on experience. 
• Exposure to key risk disciplines within the financial services environment. 
• A rotational programme designed to build a strong foundation in Risk Management. 
• Opportunities to collaborate with experienced risk professionals. 
• Practical application of analytical thinking to real business challenges. 
• Exposure to industry best practices and evolving risk frameworks. 
• Development of professional confidence and workplace capability. 
• Opportunities to present insights and recommendations to diverse stakeholders. 

Who Should Apply 

• Recently qualified graduates who are curious, purpose‑driven, and eager to learn. 
• Individuals with a passion for problem‑solving and analytical thinking. 
• Graduates who thrive in collaborative, team‑based environments. 
• Those who want to make a responsible and meaningful impact early in their careers. 
• Candidates who demonstrate energy, integrity, and a strong willingness to grow. 
• Future professionals committed to sound judgement, accountability, and a strong risk culture. 

You will actively apply your learning, stay aligned to evolving best practices, and have opportunities to share your perspectives and recommendations with a broad range of stakeholders, helping to influence outcomes that matter. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Rotating through different departments will allow you the opportunity to gain experience of different functions and rapidly learn the organisation.  These rotations are conducted in person and include immersive, face-to-face experiences where you will connect, learn, and perform tasks under the supervision of the Coaches. 
• In support of the in person work immersion, you are required to complete relevant training to support your development.  This training will be offered through online modules, in‑person meetings, and classroom sessions. 

Qualifications

Completed Undergraduate degree (within the last 2 years) or Postgraduate qualification (completed within the last 2 years or completing in 2026): 

• BCom (Finance/Risk) 
• BCom (with Risk Management as a major) 
• BCom Law 
• BA Law 
• Postgraduate in Risk Management 

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months.  
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026

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Job Description

• The graduate programme aims to introduce graduates to the Youth and Mass Market segment within retail banking, with a strong focus on leveraging data and insights to drive engagement.
• This includes applying advanced analytics and visualisation tools to uncover patterns and trends within the segment, enabling data-driven initiatives and actionable insights. 
• The programme provides exposure to retail banking dynamics, emphasising customer profiling segmentation and transactional behaviour analysis to support engagement strategies and business cases.
• Beyond technical expertise, the programme fosters problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication skills to translate data insights into impactful actions that enhance customer engagement and deliver commercial value. 

Key responsibilities: 

During this 12-month programme you can look forward to: 

• Extraction and processing of transactional and client-level data to enable campaign execution and performance tracking. 
• Support business cases and post-implementation reviews to demonstrate value and drive customer entrenchment. 
• Deliver meaningful insights on Youth and Mass Market segment to inform initiatives and improve customer engagement. 
• Customer and transactional reporting of Youth and Mass clients on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. 
• Apply analytical techniques to identify growth opportunities. 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification in: 

• Data Science 
• Mathematics 
• Statistics 
• Information Science 
• Actuarial Science 
• Commerce 

Postgraduate qualification to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Applications closing date: 30 June 2026

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Job Description

• The Data Engineering Graduate Programme is a structured development pathway designed to attract, develop, and retain high‑potential graduates with strong analytical and technical aptitude.
• The programme provides graduates with hands‑on exposure to enterprise‑scale data platforms, modern data engineering practices, and real business cases, while building a sustainable pipeline of future Data Engineers for the organisation.  
• Graduates will rotate through core components of the data engineering lifecycle, including data ingestion, transformation, modelling, and data quality, while being mentored by experienced Engineers and Analysts.  

Key responsibilities:

The programme aims to:  

• Build foundational data engineering capability.  
• Create a standardised onboarding and upskilling framework aligned to enterprise data architecture, governance, and engineering standards.  

Core Technical Tasks  

• Assist with the development and maintenance of ETL/ELT pipelines using approved tools and platforms.  
• Support data ingestion from diverse sources (databases, files, APIs, external vendors).  
• Participate in data transformation and modelling activities to support analytics and reporting.  
• Implement and monitor basic data quality and data integrity checks.  
• Contribute to data documentation, metadata, and lineage artefacts.  

Operational and Delivery Tasks  

• Support production data pipelines through monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident resolution.  
• Participate in sprint planning, stand‑ups, and delivery ceremonies (Agile/Hybrid).  
• Assist with testing, validation, and release activities within governed environments.  

Learning and Development Journey  

• Complete structured learning paths covering:   
• SQL and data modelling fundamentals. 
• Data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT, SCDs, data quality). 
• Cloud data platforms and modern data architectures. 
• Actively seek feedback and participate in mentoring and coaching sessions.  
• Demonstrate continuous learning and improvement through practical application.  

Collaboration and Professional Conduct  

• Work closely with Data Analysts, BI developers, and business stakeholders.  
• Communicate clearly on progress, risks, and dependencies.  
• Adhere to data governance, security, and compliance policies.  
• Understanding of data concepts such as tables, schemas, keys, transformations and data models.  

Qualifications

Completed Undergraduate degree (within the last 2-3 years) or Postgraduate qualification (completed within the last 2-3 years or completing in 2026): 

• Computer Science  
• Information Systems / Information Technology  
• Engineering (Computer, Industrial, Electrical, or similar)  
• Mathematics, Statistics, or Analytics  

Additional Information

Technical Foundation (Minimum but not mandatory)  

• Basic proficiency in SQL (queries, joins, aggregations).  
• Understanding of relational databases and structured data concepts.  
• Understanding of data concepts such as tables, schemas, keys, and transformations and data models. 

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026 

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Job Description

• Our Business Banking Coverage segment provides broad-based client solutions to a wide spectrum of small, medium and large enterprises. Our support extends across the 14 sectors in which we operate, providing our clients with deep sector knowledge and solutioning expertise.
• We have partnered with businesses for over 160 years, and it is our approach to client relationships that truly distinguishes us, encapsulated by the phrase ‘partnering for growth’.   
• The Business Banking Coverage SA Graduate Programme seeks to foster the minds and passion of young South Africans in driving the growth of our businesses thereby making a significant contribution to our country’s economy.  
• Through this programme, you will be exposed to our various sectors and industries, client relationship principles and using analytical capabilities to better partner with our clients for their growth.    

Why join Standard Bank?  

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in credit risk.  
• Professional Development – Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth.  
• Real-World Projects – Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills.   
• Career Pathways – Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank.   

Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.  

Key responsibilities:  

• To grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Premium and Growth Segment relationships through partnering for growth using an ecosystem mindset to proactively provide a high-end differentiated service with premium solutions that add value.  
• To support the Relationship Manager with the day-to-day administrative functions, portfolio management, entrenchment, and operational functions for an allocated portfolio.  
• To ensure that all compliance requirements within the portfolio are met and act as a central contact point for the client, providing sales and service fulfilment aligned to segment targets.  
• Is accountable for assisting Relationship Manager in the day-to-day execution of their credit portfolio. 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026):  

• BCom Accounting, Finance, Economics   
• BCom Agricultural Economics   
• BCom Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management   
• BSc Agriculture: Agricultural Economic Analysis  

Postgraduate to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months. 
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Copies of qualifications to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026 

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Job Description

• Our Business Banking Coverage segment provides broad-based client solutions to a wide spectrum of small, medium and large enterprises. Our support extends across the 14 sectors in which we operate, providing our clients with deep sector knowledge and solutioning expertise. We have partnered with businesses for over 160 years, and it is our approach to client relationships that truly distinguishes us, encapsulated by the phrase ‘partnering for growth’.   
• The Business Banking Coverage SA Graduate Programme seeks to foster the minds and passion of young South Africans in driving the growth of our businesses thereby making a significant contribution to our country’s economy.  Through this programme, you will be exposed to our various sectors and industries, client relationship principles and using analytical capabilities to better partner with our clients for their growth.    

Why join Standard Bank?  

• Comprehensive Training – Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in credit risk.  
• Professional Development – Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth.  
• Real-World Projects – Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills.   
• Career Pathways – Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank.   

Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.  

Key responsibilities:  

• To grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Premium and Growth Segment relationships through partnering for growth using an ecosystem mindset to proactively provide a high-end differentiated service with premium solutions that add value.  
• To support the Relationship Manager with the day-to-day administrative functions, portfolio management, entrenchment, and operational functions for an allocated portfolio.  
• To ensure that all compliance requirements within the portfolio are met and act as a central contact point for the client, providing sales and service fulfilment aligned to segment targets.  
• Is accountable for assisting Relationship Manager in the day-to-day execution of their credit portfolio. 

Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026): 

• BCom Accounting, Finance, Economics   
• BCom Agricultural Economics   
• BCom Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management   
• BSc Agriculture: Agricultural Economic Analysis  

Postgraduate to be completed by 31 December 2026. 

Additional Information

Minimum requirements: 

• Must be a South African citizen. 
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months.  
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application. 
• Copies of qualifications to be submitted with application. 
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. 

Programme duration: 12 months 

Application closing date: 30 June 2026 

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Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager with a strong hunter mindset to drive new business acquisition and revenue growth. This role is best suited to a commercially astute professional who thrives on opening doors, building strategic relationships, and closing medium‑ to large‑scale corporate deals.

Qualifications

• Matric, Diploma/ Degree in Business Commerce

Experience Required

• 3 to 7 years Business & Commercial Banking Experience in a sales support function (e.g., portfolio management, disbursements, contracts, etc.)
• Experience with Merchant Sales Acquiring
• Knowledge of Diners Club Corporate & Consumer Sales

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new customer acquisition through proactive, strategic prospecting and deal execution
• Own and execute an end‑to‑end acquisition strategy, from lead generation to contract close
• Engage confidently with medium to large corporate clients, navigating complex buying environments
• Build and leverage a strong business and referral network to generate sustainable sales opportunities
• Collaborate closely with internal relationship managers and cross‑functional teams to onboard new clients successfully

Experience & Attributes Required

• Proven experience in B2B sales, with a strong track record of closing new business
• A clear “hunter” profile – energetic, resilient, target‑driven, and comfortable operating independently
• Demonstrated experience executing sales and acquisition strategies in competitive environments
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder‑management skills

Advantageous Experience

• Sales or account acquisition experience within the Travel Industry
• Background working with Travel Management Companies, Travel Agencies, or Corporate Travel partners
• Experience collaborating with Key Account Managers to onboard and grow corporate customers

This is an opportunity for a strategic, results‑driven sales professional who enjoys the challenge of winning new business and making a measurable impact on growth.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Exploring Possibilities
• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Account Opening & Maintenance
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)
• Product Knowledge (Business Banking)
• Product Related Systems (Business Banking)
• Risk Awareness
• Risk Identification
• Risk Response Strategy

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Job Description

• To manage and coordinate the execution of a portfolio of projects, through the leadership of cross-functional teams and project managers in order to deliver large scale business solutions within the required parameters in terms of scope, cost and quality, across the People & Culture value chain.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Degree in Business Commerce / Project Management

Experience required

• 10 years or more deep understanding of agile and waterwall project management methodologies and approaches to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects and the flexibility to influence diverse and dynamic teams to deliver balanced and integrated solutions.
• Must have experience in leading a team of project leads in order to drive the delivery of large-scale change programmes, enabling the execution of strategic business solutions.
• Good understanding of People & Culture in order to effectively support the P&C stakeholders.
• Guide the prioritisation of projects, across the portfolio, by contributing an expert view on the current demand on resources and the business rationale for the planned changes.
• Engage with Business Sponsors to ensure adequate buy-in and support is provided for the projects by aligning the Business area's requirements with that of the senior management and sponsors direction of the Business.
• Engage with members of the Finance team for complex or expensive business cases to ensure that the benefits case is adequately challenged and sound by monitoring ongoing project spend against delivery milestones and highlight all key concerns of overshoot to the project owners.
• Identify and leverage common goals whilst managing projects across the portfolio by providing guidance to the Business around integration of timelines and final objectives as well as provide an estimation of what the final impact of the common goals will look like.
• Oversee the changes and updates made to all aspects of the project plans by engaging with the project teams to ensure that all changes and updates remain governed and compliant with all regulations as set by Standard Bank Group (SBG).
• Review and engage in the approval of the project business cases by determining the accuracy of the resource forecast and the financial calculations of the project in order to control and manage project costs and align to the set budget.
• Conduct quality assurance with project leads and cross-functional teams at intervals during the projects to ensure quality of output in the planning, risk management and execution of projects.
• Coordinate the efforts of the different project leads to minimise duplication of effort, maximise efficiency and value for money by re-balancing resources (people, budgets, equipment) between the different project teams within overall approved resources for the year.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Directing People
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Following Procedures
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Project Definition
• Project Maintenance
• Project Management (Project Mgmt)
• Project Planning
• Project Reporting
• Project Resourcing

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Job Description

• To collaborate with feature teams and business stakeholders to deliver business outcomes by ensuring all requirements are aligned with business goals. This involves regularly engaging with feature teams to provide updates, gather feedback, and adjust requirements as necessary.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Information Technology
• Licenses & Certifications: SAFe Scrum Master Certification

Experience Required

Software Engineering

• Technology
• 3-4 years
• Experience gathering requirement and documentation.
• Experience collecting, organising and data analysis.
• Experience working in the Agile development environment.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Generating Ideas
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Taking Action
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Agile Concepts
• Agile Planning
• Data Analysis
• IT Risk Management
• Research & Information Gathering
• Stakeholder Management (IT)

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Job Description

• To maintain service and application stability, availability and reliability through the facilitation of the various Service Management processes and associated activities.
• To provide level two technical support coupled with business or domain knowledge to ensure continued and quality service across geographies. Interpret complex cross functional and multi-geography data and provide recommendations to improve technology resilience

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Information Technology

Experience Required

Delivery Enablement

• Technology
• 5-7 years
• Experience gained in providing level 2 technical support to an area of the business. Gain understanding and experience of the various disciplines within technology and how these relate to each other
• 5-7 years
• Proven experience in application of service management processes and frameworks

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Developing Strategies
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport

Technical Competencies:

• Application Knowledge for Support
• Application Support
• Data Analysis and Inference
• Documenting
• Service Level Management

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Job Description

• To drive and implement strategies to attract, develop and retain young talent within Standard Bank Group and South Africa. To collaborate closely with People & Culture, business leaders and external partners to create initiatives that foster the growth, engagement and professional development of young individuals entering the banking industry. To provide domain support to African countries where required, monitoring adherence to Group standards.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

• Post Graduate Degree in Human Resources Management / Learning & Development / Social Science / Psychology.

Experience required

• Minimum of 10 years or more experience in talent development, Human Resources or a related field, with a focus on youth development strategies.
• Must be able to develop a deep understanding of the Bank’s Group strategy, and contribute meaningfully to the Group’s Youth Development & Employment strategy, ensuring this is aligned with the overall objectives. Align youth development programmes with these objectives to ensure they support and complement the Bank’s mission, vision and strategic direction.  
• Ability to identify, conceptualise and propose new special projects aligned with the objectives of youth development programmes. Manage special projects, by developing project plans, outlining objectives and key milestones to ensure projects are completed within the timeframe.
• Prior experience in devising and overseeing the execution of innovative methods to attract young talent, leveraging university partnerships, targeted outreach, recruitment events and social media platforms to create a pipeline of diverse, motivated candidates. 
• Track record of employing data-driven insights and emerging technologies to craft and implement innovative recruitment strategies, forecast talent needs, manage succession planning and identify skills gaps among the youth workforce.
• Pro-active collaboration with business leaders and People & Culture to understand departmental workforce of the future needs and identify opportunities for integrating youth development initiatives into strategic plans. 
• Must have the ability to consider strategic alignment when co-creating the business area(s)'s pipeline build as well as the longer term (2-3 year) youth development approach to meet the future capability needs of the business.   
• Prior experience in monitoring and interpreting future trends and shifts in the Youth Development and Employment (YDE) practice, implementing end-to-end solutions, prioritising and ensuring alignment of CoE initiatives implemented, and influence relevant internal and external stakeholders accordingly, to address needs.
• Demonstrated ability to forge partnerships with educational institutions, external organisations and community groups to create mutually beneficial initiatives that enrich the development of young professionals while positively impacting the Bank’s brand and social responsibility efforts.
• Manage and report on financial performance against the approved budget. Conduct regular financial forecasting to anticipate program expenses and revenue streams, ensuring expenditure remains within budget allocations, implementing corrective measures when needed to ensure financial targets are met.  

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Challenging Ideas
• Convincing People
• Directing People
• Embracing Change
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Exploring Possibilities
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Resolving Conflict
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen (P&C)
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Consulting Agility
• Decision Making
• Employee Centricity
• Managerial Budgeting
• Organisational Navigation
• Relating and Networking
• Solution Design
• Talent Management
• Workforce Insights
• Workforce Planning