Business Banking Coverage Graduate Programme – North-West Job Opportunity at Standard Bank

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Business Banking Coverage Graduate Programme

Join our Business Banking team supporting small, medium and large enterprises across 14 key sectors. For over 160 years, we’ve helped businesses grow through expert advice and strong partnerships – this is our “partnering for growth” approach.

Programme Overview:

This graduate programme develops young talent to help drive business growth while contributing to South Africa’s economy. You’ll gain exposure to different sectors, learn client relationship management, and develop analytical skills to support client success.

Key Responsibilities:

– Assist in managing premium client relationships
– Support Relationship Managers with portfolio administration
– Help maintain compliance standards
– Serve as client contact point for service and sales support
– Aid in credit portfolio management

Qualifications Required:

FAIS-accredited degree (to be completed by 31 December 2025) in:
– Accounting
– Finance/Economics
– Agricultural Economics
– Related commercial fields

Requirements:

– South African citizenship
– Maximum 12 months work experience
– Full academic transcripts required (undergraduate/postgraduate)

Application Deadline: 30 June 2025