About GenA Investment Banking 2026
Map out an exciting career path in Investment Banking. Opportunities to join one of the following areas: Resource and Project Finance, Structured Trade and Commodity Finance, Deal Management or Corporate Finance. This is an exciting opportunity to become a part of award-winning, internationally experienced teams and map out a career in front office.
Who we look for?
Innovative, analytical and bright minds that are prepared to back themselves to win and who are passionate to join an organisation creating value across the banking industry. Who want to be part of a structured development graduate programme that will connect you to colleagues across the continent, equipping you with the skills to be self-empowered and cross-culturally competent. You will master the art of design thinking mindset while applying novel and adaptive thinking that will prepare you for the future world of work.
The opportunity will provide:
- A 10-month leadership development journey which focusses on; personal leadership, personal branding, design thinking methodology, digital agility innovation and disruption, team effectiveness, strategic and analytical problem solving
- Exposure to one of Absa’s Africa regional offices.
- Absa Force For Good (CSI) initiatives
- First hand coaching from line leaders, business mentors and peer coaching from the cohort members and GenA Alumni to guide you and enable your career progression throughout the programme
- Business and behavioural coaching from a well-established corporate educator
- Involvement in Action Learning Project that address real business opportunity and challenges
Perks
- Pension Scheme
- Staff Discounts
- Medical Aid
- Financial rewards for performance
- Study support
- Wellness initiatives
- Laptop
- Life cover
- Religious facilities
Qualification or study programme requirements:
- Actuarial Science or
- Aeronautical Engineering or
- Business and Management Studies or
- Chemical Engineering or
- Civil Engineering or
- Computer Science or
- Economics or
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering or
- Finance or
- Industrial Engineering or
- Law or
- Manufacturing Engineering or
- Mathematics or
- Mechanical Engineering or
- Mining Engineering or
- Statistics or
- Mechatronic Engineering
Experience requirements
- Candidate must have less than 2 years full-time work experience
Beneficial Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Learning
- Decision Making
- Initiative
- Proactivity & Self-Motivation
- Problem Solving
- Resilience / Tenacity
- Team Leadership
- Time Management/Priority Setting
- Valuing Cultural Diversity
Work ethic
- Technical Competencies
- Client and Customer Service Obsessed
- Financial Analysis
- Investment analysis
- Market Research & Analysis
- Commercial Savvy
- Business Plan Preparation and Evaluation
- Cognitive flexibility
- Strong communication skills
COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION HERE
- Quantitative Analytics 2026
Join our QA team to gain a sought-after and refined skillset in quantitative analytics and software development. This team owns, develops, and maintains the Quant library used across the CIB Franchise.
This opportunity will provide:
- Advanced skills development in the fields of mathematical financial, risk management, and software development.
- Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects that help Absa CIB meet its strategic objectives.
- 12-month leadership development journey that equips you to be a future leader of Africa. Your leadership journey focuses on personal leadership, personal branding, design thinking, digital agility, innovation, disruption, team effectiveness, strategic thinking, and analytical problem-solving.
- Exposure to the past-paced world of Global Markets.
- An opportunity to meaningfully contribute to society through Absa’s Force for Good (CSI) initiatives.
- Coaching from line leaders, mentorship from seniors, and peer guidance from grad alumni to harness your potential and kickstart your career.
Who we look for:
We are looking for bright, curious problem solvers with strong technical skills and a passion for learning. Those who are eager to code and use math and statistics to problem solve by providing insights and solutions to complex business challenges. The individuals who are looking to accelerate a career in Quants and investment banking.
COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION HERE
Please note that this is an 18-month contract.
Perks
- Wellness initiatives
- Religious facilities
- 18 Months Fixed Term Contract
- Laptop
- Flexi work
The ideal candidate must have Masters in: Applied Maths in Finance or Quantitative Finance or Financial Engineering completed before June 2026
Behavioral Competencies
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Learning
- Decision Making
- Initiative
- Motivating Others
- Proactivity & Self-Motivation
- Problem Solving
- Resilience / Tenacity
- Teamwork
- Time Management/Priority Setting
- Valuing Cultural Diversity
Work ethic
- Technical Competencies
- Cognitive flexibility
- Financial Analysis
- Investment analysis
- Client service/communications
- Strong communication skills
- Market Research & Analysis
- Commercially savvy
- Business Plan Preparation and Evaluation
- Data analysis
- Be able to work within a high pressure environment
- Global Markets 2026
Join the Absa Global Markets graduate programme and launch your career in trading and sales.
Learn from the best, explore different markets, and grow your skills in a fast-paced environment.
Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to kickstart your career in trading and sales? Do you want to work with a diverse group of renowned industry experts who will guide and support you? Do you want to develop your leadership, technical, and problem-solving skills in a structured graduate programme? If yes, then the Global Markets Graduate Programme is for you.
The Global Markets graduate programme is a unique 18-month experience that exposes you to different Markets Trading and Sales desks. You will rotate across various desks such as Fixed income, Equities, Foreign Exchange, Counterparty Risk Trading, Structuring, Credit, and prime. You can work on deals and trades happening across the Africa continent.
What’s in it for you?
- Develop your trading, risk management, and sales skillset at one of the largest investment banks in Africa.
- Embark on a 10-month leadership development journey that equips you to be a future leader of Africa. Your leadership journey focuses on personal leadership, personal branding, design thinking, digital agility, innovation, disruption, team effectiveness, strategic thinking, and analytical problem-solving.
- Exposure to the fast-paced world of Global Markets.
- Receive coaching from your desk heads, mentorship from senior leadership, and peer guidance from grad alumni to harness your potential and kickstart your career.
- Build relationships with seasoned professionals in the industry.
- Make a meaningful contribution to society through Absa’s Force for Good (CSI) initiatives.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for intelligent, energetic problem-solvers who are passionate about financial markets. Those who are looking for their next challenge and want to kickstart their career in Global Markets.
This 18-month graduate programme is designed to stretch you, rapidly accelerate your career development, and empower your story.
COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION HERE
Perks
- Wellness initiatives
- Religious facilities
- 18 Months Fixed Term Contract
- Laptop
- Flexi work
Qualification or study programme requirements
- Accounting and Auditing or
- Actuarial Science or
- Aeronautical Engineering or
- Business and Management Studies or
- Chemical Engineering or
- Chemistry or
- Civil Engineering or
- Computer Science or
- Economics or
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering or
- Finance or
- General Management or
- Geography and Environmental Sciences or
- Industrial Engineering or
- Information Systems or
- Information Technology or
- Manufacturing Engineering or
- Mathematics or
- Mechanical Engineering or
- Mining Engineering or
- Physics or
- Statistics or
- Quantity Surveying
Behavioral Competencies
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Learning
- Decision Making
- Initiative
- Motivating Others
- Proactivity & Self-Motivation
- Problem Solving
- Resilience / Tenacity
- Teamwork
- Time Management/Priority Setting
- Valuing Cultural Diversity
Work ethic
- Technical Competencies
- Cognitive flexibility
- Financial Analysis
- Investment analysis
- Client service/communications
- Strong communication skills
- Market Research & Analysis
- Commercially savvy
- Business Plan Preparation and Evaluation
- Data analysis
- Be able to work within a high pressure environment
- Risk Graduate Programme 2026
Are you ready to launch your career in one of the most dynamic, high-performing teams in banking? The Absa Risk Function is known for its brilliant people, amazing culture, and relentless pursuit of excellence. We’re passionate about what we do—and we expect the same from you. If you’re ready to push yourself, learn from the best, and make an impact, then this is your moment.
The Absa Risk Graduate Programme, a 2-year intensive learning journey, offers the chance to specialize in one of three pathways:
Credit Analyst Pathway: Develop core skills in credit risk assessment and structuring, gain expertise in evaluating counterparty debt capacity, motivate sound lending decisions, and manage a dynamic loan portfolio.
Risk Management Pathway: Gain a deep understanding of how to evaluate, respond to, and monitor a wide range of evolving risks—including operational, resilience, capital, and ESG risks. This broad exposure will provide a strong foundation for a career in any specialist area of risk management.
Quantitative Analyst Pathway: Use data science, modelling, and advanced analytics to drive risk insights.
Each pathway includes a structured curriculum, exciting rotations, dedicated mentors, and career guidance—because we invest in our people. In return, we expect commitment, ambition, and the drive to be world-class.
Who should apply?
We’re looking for high-potential graduates who are ready to bring their A-game every single day, from any of the following fields of study:
- A post-graduate degree in Finance, Statistics, Economics, Risk Management, Data Science, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Accounting, or related fields.
- Sharp analytical skills and a passion for problem-solving.
- A hunger to learn, grow, and push boundaries in the world of Risk.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance, highly collaborative environment.
Eligibility
- South African citizenship is required to apply for this programme.
COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION HERE
Qualification or study programme requirements
- Accounting and Auditing or
- Actuarial Science or
- Computer Science or
- Economics or
- Finance or
- Mathematics or
- Quantitative Management or
- Risk Management or
- Statistics or
- Data Science
Behavioral Competencies
- Adaptability
- Continuous Learning
- Proactivity & Self-Motivation
- Problem Solving
- Resilience / Tenacity
- Teamwork
- Time Management/Priority Setting
- Valuing Cultural Diversity
Work ethic
- Technical Competencies
- Data analysis
- Building presentation
- Develop Credit Risk and Operational Risk models
- Develop Market Risk models
- Potentially develop challenger models for validation of Credit Risk and Operational Risk
- Integrate technical statistical experience and business knowledge
- Professional Tools
- Python
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
Successful incumbent will have sound business acumen and passion for Investment Banking.
