FNB Graduate Programme

FirstRand; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution in Johannesburg is inviting applications for their graduate program. Selected graduates will have permanent roles across various business units, focusing on credit analytics, product development, and more. Candidates should have strong academic results and be completing relevant university degrees, such as in Actuarial Science or Data Science. The position offers full-time work along with monthly training sessions and opportunities for personal and professional growth, supporting diverse talent through employment equity.

Qualifications

• Strong academic results are essential.
• Currently completing final year of relevant university programs.
• Focus on Actuarial Science, Maths, Statistics, Engineering, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service by listening to customer needs.
• Contribute to team success by completing tasks efficiently.
• Engage in innovation processes and suggest new ideas.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and training.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BSc or Commerce degree in relevant fields

Job description

Overview

Job applications are open until August 31; final feedback on the selection process will be available in November 2026. All roles on the graduate program are permanent positions. Graduates join specific business units across our retail and commercial banking segments in teams working on credit analytics, product development, process and technology development, financial, fraud and risk analysis, customer experience, usability, brand and financial management roles, just to name a few. Graduates work in a full-time role and participate in monthly training sessions as well as an action learning project as part of the graduate development program.

Responsibilities

• Delivering exceptional service by actively listening to customer needs and creating innovative solutions tailored to their requirements.


• Contributing to your team’s success by completing your tasks efficiently, planning meticulously, keeping accurate records, and updating relevant information on time.


• Engaging actively in the organisation’s innovation processes by participating in brainstorming sessions, suggesting new ideas, and collaborating with colleagues to develop creative solutions that support business objectives.


• Developing your career potential by participating in knowledge-sharing initiatives, contributing to projects, and taking full advantage of training opportunities to broaden your expertise and keep up with industry trends.


• Taking charge of your personal and professional growth by completing training assignments, attending relevant workshops and seminars, and constantly looking for opportunities to build competencies that support the company’s values and help you develop towards your full potential.

Requirements

• Strong academic results (NB academic transcript required as part of the application)


• Currently completing the final year of relevant university programs, particularly in the BSc and Commerce faculties, with a focus on the following programs: Actuarial Science, Maths, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Chemistry, Data Science, UX (usability and customer experience), or related fields.


• Analytical and numeric mindset with strong problem-solving skills essential

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below 31/08/26. 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.