Job: Digital Strategy Graduate

Company : Absa; Johannesburg; Sur place; ZAR 100 000 - 145 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Absa is launching an exciting graduate programme to develop the next generation of digital strategy leaders. As a Junior Analyst, you will join a dynamic team driving strategic initiatives across digital channels, customer value management, and commercial growth.

This role suits a recent graduate with strong analytical foundations and a passion for solving problems in innovative ways. Responsibilities include data-driven insights, problem decomposition, large-data analysis, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science) or Finance/Economics.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated analytical aptitude.
• Analytical thinking: ability to deconstruct complex problems using first-principles logic.
• Data literacy: comfortable working with large datasets and translating insights into recommendations.
• Visual communication: ability to create clear, concise charts and graphics.
• Verbal communication: able to present ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Written communication: professional tone for executive communication.
• Coachability: open to feedback and adaptable to new challenges.

Responsabilités

• Support the development and execution of digital strategy initiatives through data-driven insights
• Break down complex business problems using first-principles thinking and structured problem-solving approaches
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, and present findings in clear, compelling visual formats (charts, dashboards, infographics)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning, performance tracking, and business case development
• Prepare high-quality written reports, executive summaries, and presentations for senior stakeholders
• Participate in workshops, brainstorming sessions, and strategic reviews, contributing ideas and insights confidently
• Embrace coaching and feedback to accelerate personal and professional growth

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Data literacy

Visual communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Coachability

Formation

STEM/Finance degree

Description du poste

Absa is launching an exciting graduate programme aimed at developing the next generation of digital strategy leaders. As a Junior Analyst, you will be part of a dynamic team driving strategic initiatives across digital channels, customer value management, and commercial growth. This role is ideal for a recent graduate with a strong analytical foundation and a passion for solving complex problems in innovative ways.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of digital strategy initiatives through data-driven insights
• Break down complex business problems using first-principles thinking and structured problem-solving approaches
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, and present findings in clear, compelling visual formats (charts, dashboards, infographics)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning, performance tracking, and business case development
• Prepare high-quality written reports, executive summaries, and presentations for senior stakeholders
• Participate in workshops, brainstorming sessions, and strategic reviews, contributing ideas and insights confidently
• Embrace coaching and feedback to accelerate personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science) or Finance/Economics
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated analytical aptitude
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to deconstruct complex problems into manageable components using first-principles logic
• Data Literacy: Comfortable working with large datasets; able to extract insights and translate them into actionable recommendations
• Visual Communication: Skilled in creating clear, concise, and visually engaging charts and graphics
• Verbal Communication: Confident speaker with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
• Written Communication: Exceptional writing skills with a professional tone suitable for executive-level communication
• Coachability: Open to feedback, eager to learn, and adaptable to new challenges and environments

Hiring organization

Absa

Employment Type: Internship

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa