Coronation Fund Managers Research Analyst Trainee Programme 2026 / 2027

Fresh Talent; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Coronation Fund Managers invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Research Analyst Trainee Programme 2026/2027 in Cape Town and Johannesburg. The programme provides structured learning, mentorship and on-the-job support to develop the skills required to pursue a career in investment research.

Participants gain exposure to research projects across sectors, attend meetings with investment teams, and prepare presentations for roadshows while receiving development in critical thinking

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold one of the listed qualifications or a relevant degree.
• Qualifications include BCom, BBusSci, CFA-related qualification, Actuarial Science, or an Engineering degree majoring in Accounting/Investments/Finance/Economics/Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with research projects across different sectors
• Attending meetings with company management and Investment Research teams
• Preparing presentations for report-backs and roadshows
• Supporting the research process with administrative work
• Assisting with spreadsheet models and company analysis
• Helping with ad hoc research projects

Education

BCom

BBusSci

CFA-related qualification

Actuarial Science

Engineering Degree majoring in Accounting Investments Finance Economics Mathematics

Job description

Coronation Fund Managers invites suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Research Analyst Trainee Programme 2026 / 2027 in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Program Overview

The Coronation Fund Managers Research Analyst Programme is aimed at graduates who are passionate about financial markets and want to develop a career in investment research. Successful candidates will receive structured learning, mentorship and on-the-job support while developing the skills required to become Research Analysts. The programme also forms part of the Coronation Catapult Programme, which includes professional development and power-skills training.

What the Programme Offers

Trainees will receive structured workplace exposure and mentorship within the investment research environment.

The Coronation Catapult Programme also provides development in areas such as: Critical thinking Resilience Business communication Coaching Professional workplace skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting with research projects across different sectors
• Attending meetings with company management and Investment Research teams
• Preparing presentations for report-backs and roadshows
• Supporting the research process with administrative work
• Assisting with spreadsheet models and company analysis
• Helping with ad hoc research projects

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must hold one of the following qualifications or a relevant degree: BCom BBusSci CFA-related qualification Actuarial Science Engineering Degree majoring in Accounting Investments Finance Economics Mathematics

Who Should Apply?

The programme is suitable for graduates who have a strong interest in financial markets, investment research and company analysis. Applicants should be comfortable working with financial information, research, spreadsheets and analytical tasks.

Important Application Notes

The programme is available in Cape Town and Johannesburg. It is aimed at graduates from analytical, financial and quantitative study backgrounds who want to gain practical exposure in investment research. The supplied vacancy information does not specify the programme duration, salary or stipend. Applicants should review the official application page for any additional details.

Trainee Programme Location

Cape Town, Western Cape and Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Afric

Trainee Programme Application Closing Date

31 October 2026

Application Method

Online

Organisation

Organisation: Coronation Fund ManagersProgramme: Research Analyst Trainee ProgrammeField: Investment ResearchLocations: Cape Town and JohannesburgClosing Date: 31 October 2026Application Method: Online