Job Overview
- Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking
- Company: Standard Bank of South Africa
- Location: Johannesburg (30 Baker Street)
- Job Type: Full-time
- Job Ref ID: 80451329A-0001
- Date Posted: 8 April 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 programme is designed for individuals who are adept at mitigating risk and driven by curiosity, resilience, self-motivation, and creative problem-solving.
Risk Management is intricate and multi-faceted, involving a deep understanding of the bank’s financial risk profile, defining risk appetite, identifying growth opportunities, and safeguarding shareholder and investor interests. Our approach combines rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis to support informed decision-making, regulatory compliance, and responsible action.
We collaborate across diverse sectors and product segments to optimise returns while assessing a broad spectrum of risks, including:
- Financial
- Economic
- Legal
- Political
- Regulatory
- Environmental
- Reputational
By joining the programme, you will gain experience across key areas of Corporate and Investment Banking, including:
- 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
- Risk Assurance
- Programme Duration: 18 months
Qualifications
Postgraduate qualification (completed or completing in 2026) in one of the following fields:
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Actuarial Science
- Financial Mathematics
- Financial Risk Management
- BCom Honours (Finance / Economics / Risk Management / Accounting)
- BSc Honours (Environmental Science)
- Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE)
Additional Information
Minimum Requirements:
- South African citizen
- Minimum of 65% average over all years of study
Key Skills and Attributes:
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Resilience
- Creative problem-solving and sound decision-making
- Curiosity and willingness to learn
- Positive attitude and self-confidence
If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to a dynamic team, apply now and help shape the future of CIB Risk Management.
Please note: University transcripts must be uploaded upon application.