Lesaka Technologies APEX Graduate Internships 2027

Fresh Talent; South Africa; Sur place; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Permanent employment

Line manager

Exposure to functions/geographies

Senior leaders

AI & technology exposure

Leadership development

Cross-functional collaboration

Résumé du poste

Lesaka Technologies invites high-performing graduates and final-year students to apply for the APEX Graduate Programme 2027 – Future Leaders Accelerator in Johannesburg. The 18-month programme includes permanent employment from day 1, real responsibilities, and a dedicated line manager to guide your growth.

Throughout the 18 months you will develop professional, commercial, technical and leadership capabilities while gaining exposure to different parts of Lesaka’s fintech business, with

Qualifications

• Minimum 75% academic average.
• Qualification aligned to Technology, Finance or Operations.
• Evidence of leadership through university, work, community, entrepreneurial, or other activities.
• Strong problem-solving ability and analytical skills.
• Desire to create impact and improve processes.
• Curiosity about technology, business and financial services.
• Willingness to work across functions and environments.

Responsabilités

• Permanent employment from Day 1 with real responsibilities.
• Line manager assigned to support development.
• Exposure to different functions and geographies.
• Opportunities to work with senior leaders on strategic challenges.
• Development of AI and technology capabilities and leadership skills.
• Engagement in cross-functional collaboration and CSI activities.

Connaissances

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Curiosity

Adaptability

Formation

Relevant qualification in Technology/Finance/Operations

Description du poste

Lesaka Technologies invites high-performing graduates and final-year students to apply for the APEX Graduate Programme 2027 – Future Leaders Accelerator in Johannesburg. Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: 30 October 2026 Graduate Programme Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Employment Type: Permanent Programme Duration: 18 months

About the Lesaka APEX Graduate Programme

APEX is Lesaka Technologies’ Future Leaders Accelerator, designed for graduates who want more than a traditional graduate programme. Successful candidates will join Lesaka as permanent employees from Day 1, with real responsibilities, business deliverables and opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects. Over the 18-month programme, graduates will develop professional, commercial, technical and leadership capabilities while gaining exposure to different parts of Lesaka’s fintech business.

What the Programme Offers

• Permanent employment from the start.
• Real business responsibilities.
• A dedicated line manager.
• Exposure to different functions and geographies.
• Opportunities to work with senior leaders.
• Strategic business challenges.
• AI and technology exposure.
• Leadership development.
• Commercial and strategic thinking development.
• Communication and influencing skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
• Community and CSI participation.

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum 75% academic average.
• A relevant qualification aligned to: Technology Finance Operations Evidence of leadership through university, work, community, entrepreneurial or other activities.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Strong analytical ability.
• A desire to create impact and improve how things work.
• Curiosity about technology, business and financial services.
• Adaptability and willingness to work across different functions and environments.
• Previous fintech experience is not required.
• Final-year students may also be considered.

Technology Stream Opportunities

• Cybersecurity Analyst Successful graduates may work on securing customer transactions and protecting Lesaka’s technology environment.
• Data Analyst The role focuses on extracting insights from large-scale fintech data.
• Developer / Business Analyst Graduates may contribute to building and improving fintech solutions.
• AI / Automation Engineer This role focuses on identifying opportunities to use AI and automation to improve processes and solve business problems.
• Security Operations Analyst The role focuses on protecting Lesaka’s systems and customer data.

Finance Stream Opportunities

• Group Accountant Graduates may gain exposure to accounting across Lesaka’s fintech ecosystem.
• Finance Sales Analyst The role focuses on customer economics and profitable growth.
• Junior Finance Analyst Graduates will develop financial discipline and commercial thinking.
• Junior Insights Analyst This role involves turning data into business insights and decisions.
• Risk Analyst The role focuses on identifying, measuring and mitigating financial risk.

Operations Stream Opportunities

• Operations & Projects Graduate Graduates may contribute to complex cross-divisional projects.
• Commercial Strategy Analyst The role focuses on business strategy and competitive positioning.
• Junior Commercial Decision Analyst Graduates will support data-driven commercial decision-making.
• Fraud Risk Analyst The role focuses on detecting and preventing fraud and protecting customers.

Who Should Apply?

The programme may be suitable for graduates interested in careers in: Cybersecurity Data Analytics Software Development Business Analysis Artificial Intelligence Automation Finance Accounting Risk Management Fraud Risk Commercial Strategy Operations Project Management Financial Services Fintech

Documents Required

• Updated CV.
• Academic transcript.
• Copies of completed qualifications or certificates, where applicable.
• Final-year students may also apply.