Business Banking Coverage SA Graduate Programme – Eastern Cape at Standard Bank Group

Job Description


Our Business Banking Coverage segment provides broad-based client solutions to a wide spectrum of small, medium and large enterprises. Our support extends across the 14 sectors in which we operate, providing our clients with deep sector knowledge and solutioning expertise. We have partnered with businesses for over 160 years, and it is our approach to client relationships that truly distinguishes us, encapsulated by the phrase 'partnering for growth'.
The Business Banking Coverage SA Graduate Programme seeks to foster the minds and passion of young South Africans in driving the growth of our businesses thereby making a significant contribution to our country's economy. Through this programme, you will be exposed to our various sectors and industries, client relationship principles and using analytical capabilities to better partner with our clients for their growth.


Why join Standard Bank? 


Comprehensive Training  - Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in credit risk. 
Professional Development  - Access mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to support your growth. 
Real-World Projects  - Work on projects that have a tangible impact, helping you apply your knowledge and skills.
Career Pathways  - Our programme opens doors to a rewarding career at Standard Bank.


Take the next step in your career journey with us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence. 

Key responsibilities: 


To grow and retain a portfolio of high-value Premium and Growth Segment relationships through partnering for growth using an ecosystem mindset to proactively provide a high-end differentiated service with premium solutions that add value. 
To support the Relationship Manager with the day-to-day administrative functions, portfolio management, entrenchment, and operational functions for an allocated portfolio.
To ensure that all compliance requirements within the portfolio are met and act as a central contact point for the client, providing sales and service fulfilment aligned to segment targets. 
Is accountable for assisting Relationship Manager in the day-to-day execution of their credit portfolio. 


Qualifications

Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026):


BCom Accounting, Finance, Economics  
BCom Agricultural Economics  
BCom Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management  
BSc Agriculture: Agricultural Economic Analysis 


Postgraduate to be completed by 31 December 2026.

Additional Information

Minimum requirements:


Must be a South African citizen.
Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 12 months. 
Matric certificate to be submitted with application.
Copies of qualifications to be submitted with application.
Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies.


Programme duration: 12 months

Application closing date: 30 June 2026