Standard Bank CIB Risk Management Graduate Programme

Business Segment: Corporate & Investment Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

At the forefront of shaping the future of Risk Management, we are committed to reducing risk while fostering innovation and excellence. Our Risk Management Graduate Programme is designed for individuals who are not only adept at mitigating risk but are also driven by curiosity, resilience, self motivation, and a knack for creative problem solving.

Risk Management is intricate and multi faceted, encompassing a deep understanding of the Bank's financial risk profile, establishing risk appetite, uncovering growth opportunities, and safeguarding the interests of our shareholders and investors. Our approach combines rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis to ensure informed decision making, compliance with regulations, and responsible action. We work closely with diverse sector and product segments to optimise returns while assessing a spectrum of risks including financial, economic, legal, political, regulatory, environmental, and reputational.

By joining our Risk Management graduate programme, you will gain unparalleled experience across critical areas of Corporate and Investment Banking. You will have the opportunity to engage with key businesses and transactions, working within domains such as Corporate Credit Risk, Non Financial Risk, Real Estate Finance Credit Risk, Financial Institutions Credit Risk, Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Risk, Country & Sovereign Risk, Data Management, and Risk Assurance.

Post Graduate qualification (Completed or completing in 2026)

• Mathematics and Statistics
• Actuarial Science
• Financial Risk Management
• BCom Hons (Finance/Economics/Risk Management/ Accounting)
• BSc Hons (Environmental Science)
• Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE)

• Must be a South African citizen
• Minimum of 65% average over all years of study

• Working collaboratively with others
• Resilience
• Creative problem solving and considered decision making
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and self confidence

If you are ready to take on this challenge and contribute to our dynamic team, apply now and shape the future ofCIB Risk Management with us.

Please note that university transcripts must be uploaded upon application