Standard Bank, one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, is inviting applications for its prestigious Standard Bank Graduate Programme for 2025. Known for fostering innovation and excellence, the bank is seeking driven young graduates who are passionate about contributing to Africa’s sustainable growth and development.
This opportunity is more than just a graduate job – it’s a platform for future leaders to unlock their potential, gain hands-on experience, and grow within one of the continent’s most respected banking institutions.
Who They Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is not only academically accomplished but also:
- Invested in Africa’s long-term success
- A courageous problem-solver
- A collaborative team player
- Inquisitive and eager to learn
- Ambitious, driven and goal-oriented
- Committed to high ethical standards
These values underpin the programme’s vision to develop well-rounded leaders capable of responding to Africa’s complex socio-economic challenges.
Standard Bank Graduate Programmes Available
Standard Bank’s 2025 Graduate Programme offers a variety of streams designed to accommodate graduates from multiple disciplines. Below is a breakdown of the available programmes and the corresponding qualification requirements:
1. People & Culture (Human Capital) Graduate Programme
Candidates must hold an Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma in:
- Organisational Psychology
- Industrial Psychology
- Human Resources
- Business Administration (combined with the above fields)
2. Corporate Investment Banking (CIB) Finance Graduate Programme
- A postgraduate degree in Finance or related fields (excluding Auditing)
3. CIB Risk Management Graduate Programme
Postgraduate degree (completed or completing in 2025) in:
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Actuarial Science
- Financial Mathematics
- Financial Risk Management
- BCom Honours (Finance, Economics, Risk)
- BSc Honours (Environmental Science)
- PPE (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics)
4. PPB Risk Graduate Programme
Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Statistics
- Data Science
- Pure Mathematics
- Actuarial Science
- Informatics / Information Systems
- Computer Science
- Computational and Applied Mathematics
- Econometrics
- Behavioural Economics
5. BCB Credit Risk Graduate Programme
Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Business Mathematics and Informatics
- Statistics / Data Science
- Computer Science
- Engineering (Various disciplines)
- Risk Analysis or Analytics
6. PPB Data Science Graduate Programme
Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Data Science
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Applied Mathematics
- Quantitative Risk Management
- Engineering (Computer, Chemical, Mechanical, Mechatronic, etc.)
7. PPB Behavioural Economics Graduate Programme
Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Economics
- Psychology
- Cognitive Science
- Neuroscience
- Organisational Behaviour
- Sociology
- Business Science / Marketing
- Econometrics
8. Investment Banking Graduate Programme
Postgraduate or 4-year degree in:
- Engineering
- Accounting
- Risk Management
- Financial/Business Sciences
- Economics
- Mathematics / Statistics
9. PPB Wealth and Investment Graduate Programme
FAIS-accredited Honours degree in:
- BCom Financial Planning
- BCom Business Management
10. BCB Operations Graduate Programme
Final-year undergraduate, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Automation
- Digitisation
- Process Improvement and Analytics
- Data Analytics
11. BCB Technology Graduate Programme
Final-year, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Robotics / Mechatronics
- Electronic / Electrical Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Informatics or Information Systems
12. PPB Feature Analyst Graduate Programme
Final-year, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Electronic Engineering
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- Information Technology
13. PPB Quality Engineer Graduate Programme
Final-year, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Electronic Engineering
- Information Systems
- Software Engineering
- Information Technology
14. PPB Data Engineer Graduate Programme
Final-year, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- AI & Machine Learning
- Mathematics
- Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Electronic Engineering
- Software Development
- Data Engineering
- Quantitative Risk Management
15. PPB AI/ML Engineer Graduate Programme
Final-year, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electrical)
- Computer Science
- Mathematics / Applied Mathematics
- Software Engineering
16. PPB Security Engineer Graduate Programme
Final-year, Honours or Master’s degree in:
- Cybersecurity
- Software Engineering
- Information Technology
- Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronic, Electronic)
- Computer Science / Information Systems
Why Join the Standard Bank Graduate Programme?
Selected graduates will join a dynamic and future-focused environment with exposure to:
- Real-time projects and strategic initiatives
- Mentorship from industry leaders
- Cross-functional learning and networking
- Personal and professional growth through structured development plans
This programme is not just a career step—it is a launchpad for the next generation of African changemakers in banking, technology, economics, and innovation.
How to Apply
For detailed application procedures and updates, visit Standard Bank Careers.
Take the first step towards shaping the future. Applications for the Standard Bank Graduate Programme are now open—don’t miss this opportunity to lead Africa forward.
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The Standard Bank Graduate Programme 2025 stands as a gateway for ambitious, future-ready graduates to contribute meaningfully to Africa’s economic and social development. With a wide array of specialisations across finance, risk, technology, data science, and human capital, the programme offers tailored opportunities that align with today’s dynamic job market.
It’s more than just a graduate job — it’s a transformative journey designed to empower young professionals to lead, innovate, and make an impact. For those who are driven by purpose and ready to build a thriving future in Africa, this is a call to step forward and shape tomorrow.
