2026 FirstRand Quant and Analytics Graduate Program

FirstRand group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group is offering a two-year Quant and Analytics Graduate programme in Johannesburg. This immersive experience is designed to expose graduates to diverse business areas and equip them with vital industry skills. Applicants must have relevant postgraduate qualifications and a strong analytical background.

Qualifications

• Must be studying a postgraduate in relevant fields.
• Exceptional students are encouraged to apply.
• Undergraduate transcript and a Grade 12 certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-year quantitative and analytics development programme.
• Gain experience within various business groups across the organization.
• Undergo psychometric assessments and interviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Quantitative analysis

Education

Postgraduate degree (NQF 8 or above) in Actuarial Science, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, or Engineering

Job description

To gain specific risk experience within a variety of Business Groups across the Group

FirstRand selectsexceptional studentsfor a two-year Quant and Analytics Graduate programme that provide practical and immersive participation in the complex but exciting world of financial services.

This two-year development programme for quant / data analytics graduates includes exposure to all of the group's businesses. Self-starters who enjoy challenges will flourish in this diverse and practical programme, designed to give graduates the broadest experience possible.

Applications will be screened and shortlisted according to the qualifying criteria listed as mentioned below.

Required supporting documents for applicants, please ensure the below required documents are provided in a single PDF :

Motivational letter and CV

South African ID

Grade 12 Certificate

Undergraduate transcript

Must be studying a postgraduate (NQF 8 or above) in either Actuarial Science, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management or Engineering.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo psychometric assessments and attend an interview.

All applicants will receive feedback about the outcome of their applications when the recruitment process is completed.

Please note we will only consider applications submitted online via Workday.

Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Application Closing Date

31 / 07 / 25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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