Standard Bank
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Job Overview
Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking
Company: Standard Bank of South Africa
Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street
Job Type: Full-time
Job Ref ID: 80451329A-0001
Date Posted: 4/7/2026
Job Description
Embark on a journey with our Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) Risk Management Graduate Programme
At the forefront of shaping the future of Risk Management, we are committed to reducing risk while fostering innovation and excellence. Our Risk Management Graduate Programme is designed for individuals who are not only adept at mitigating risk but are also driven by curiosity, resilience, self-motivation, and a knack for creative problem-solving.
Risk Management is intricate and multi-faceted, encompassing a deep understanding of the Bank’s financial risk profile, establishing risk appetite, uncovering growth opportunities, and safeguarding the interests of our shareholders and investors. Our approach combines rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis to ensure informed decision-making, compliance with regulations, and responsible action. We work closely with diverse sector and product segments to optimise returns while assessing a spectrum of risks including financial, economic, legal, political, regulatory, environmental, and reputational.
By joining our Risk Management graduate programme, you will gain unparalleled experience across critical areas of Corporate and Investment Banking. You will have the opportunity to engage with key businesses and transactions, working within domains such as Corporate Credit Risk, Non-Financial Risk, Real Estate Finance Credit Risk, Financial Institutions Credit Risk, Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Risk, Country & Sovereign Risk, Data Management, and Risk Assurance.
Programme duration: 18 months
Qualifications
Post Graduate qualification (Completed or completing in 2026)
Mathematics and Statistics
Actuarial Science
Financial Mathematics
Financial Risk Management
BCom Hons (Finance/Economics/Risk Management/ Accounting
BSc Hons (Environmental Science)
PPE
Additional Information
Minimum Requirements
Must be a South African citizen
Minimum of 65% average over all years of study
Key skills and attributes:
Working collaboratively with others
Resilience
Creative problem solving and considered decision making
Curiosity and willingness to learn
Positive attitude and self confidence
If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to our dynamic team, apply now and shape the future of CIB Risk Management with us.
Please note that university transcripts must be uploaded upon application
Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any from of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on +27 800222050 or TransactionFraudOpsSA@standardbank.co.za
To apply for this job please visit www.standardbank.com.