Standard Bank Graduate Trainee Program 2025
Launch your banking career with Africa's largest bank. 24-month comprehensive training program with guaranteed career progression and competitive benefits.
⚠️ Application Deadline
Applications close on 15 February 2025
🚀 Apply Now on Standard Bank CareersPosition Overview
Position Details
Why Choose Standard Bank?
- ✓ Africa's largest bank by assets
- ✓ 160+ years of banking excellence
- ✓ Operations in 20 African countries
- ✓ Award-winning graduate program
- ✓ Strong focus on digital innovation
Requirements
- ✓ Bachelor's degree (any field) with minimum 65% average
- ✓ South African citizen under 28 years old
- ✓ Completed degree within the last 3 years
- ✓ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- ✓ Excellent communication skills (English)
- ✓ Leadership potential and drive for excellence
- ✓ Clean credit record
- ✓ Valid driver's license
Program Tracks
Corporate Banking
Commercial lending, client relationship management, and corporate finance
Investment Banking
Mergers & acquisitions, capital markets, and advisory services
Retail Banking
Personal banking, mortgage lending, and branch operations
Risk Management
Credit risk, operational risk, and regulatory compliance
Technology
Digital banking, cybersecurity, and fintech innovation
Benefits & Rewards
Financial Package
- • Competitive starting salary R300k-R350k
- • Performance-based bonuses
- • Medical aid contribution
- • Retirement fund contribution
Learning & Development
- • Formal training programs
- • Professional certifications
- • Mentorship program
- • International exposure opportunities
Career Progression
- • Guaranteed permanent role after program
- • Fast-track career advancement
- • Leadership development pathway
- • Cross-functional experience
Application Process
Online Application
Complete application on Standard Bank careers portal
Closes 15 February 2025Online Assessments
Psychometric tests and situational judgment tests
February - March 2025Video Interview
Recorded video interview with competency questions
March 2025Assessment Centre
Group exercises, case studies, and panel interviews
April 2025Final Interviews
Senior leadership interviews and offer decisions
May 2025Program Commencement
Onboarding and program start
July 2025💡 Application Success Tips
Before You Apply
- • Research Standard Bank's values and recent developments
- • Prepare examples demonstrating leadership and teamwork
- • Update your CV with quantifiable achievements
- • Practice online assessment tests
During Assessments
- • Demonstrate commercial awareness
- • Show genuine interest in banking and finance
- • Communicate clearly and confidently
- • Ask thoughtful questions about the program
Questions About the Program?
Graduate Recruitment Team
📞 Phone: 011 636 9111
📧 Email: graduate.program@standardbank.co.za
🌐 Website: www.standardbank.co.za/careers
Program Information
📍 Head Office: 30 Baker Street, Rosebank
⏰ Application Support: 8AM - 5PM
📱 WhatsApp: 0860 123 000