Job: Operations Assistant - Graduates

Company : London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 84,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) in Johannesburg offers a 12‑month graduate internship designed for recently qualified BCom graduates with basic computer literacy in Word, Excel and Outlook. Trainees shadow staff, attend meetings and workshops, and rotate across departments, building professional relationships and documenting learning progress.

Participants will gain practical experience by supporting procurement, vendor setup in Ariba, and invoice processing in OpenText, while completing

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent
• Strong MS Word/Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Valid driver’s license (for role requirements)

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough company research and engage in on‑the‑job training
• Maintain records of administrative documents and office equipment
• Prepare POs and PRFs as needed
• Assist with vendor setup in Ariba and update vendor details
• Process invoices using OpenText and monitor payment status
• Attend meetings, workshops and team‑building activities
• Document experiences in a learning log and prepare reports

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Internet literacy

Excellent written and verbal comm.

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Tools

Ariba

OpenText

Job description

The graduate trainee program is a 12-month, hands-on development opportunity designed for recently qualified graduates with relevant academic backgrounds and basic computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet use. Trainees will gain practical experience by shadowing staff, attending meetings and workshops, and participating in various work environments across the company. Throughout the program, participants are expected to maintain accurate records of their activities and ultimately pass a competency test. Success in the role requires a strong willingness to learn beyond one’s department, build positive relationships with colleagues, and leave a meaningful impression through professionalism and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough research on the company and actively engage in on-the-job training opportunities
• Maintain accurate records of administrative documents and manage office equipment inventory
• Prepare Purchase Orders (POs) and Purchase Request Forms (PRFs) as needed
• Manage vendor setup in Ariba, including updating bank details, processing vendor extensions, and ensuring vendor information remains current
• Process invoices using OpenText and monitor their payment status
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and team-building activities
• Document experiences and maintain a learning log
• Compile reports and deliver presentations to colleagues where required
• Evaluate existing systems and propose innovative improvements
• Foster a positive work environment and build strong professional relationships with team members
• Support the Manager through research and administrative assistance
• Execute additional administrative tasks as assigned
• Collaborate with the Manager on office-related projects
• Assist with the handover of equipment to new employees and retrieve equipment from departing staff
• Consistently represent the organization with professionalism and integrity, while actively promoting its goals and values in all interactions and activities
• Complete evaluations, such as tests or other assessments, at the conclusion of the graduate program

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree or an equivalent qualification
• A valid driver's license
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent research abilities and a willingness to grow
• A positive attitude and a growth mindset

Hiring organization

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)

Employment Type: internship

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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