Applications closing date: 30th June 2024 Gen A Global Markets Graduate Programme Growing top talent that builds transformation in the business and wider industry. Apply now Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Global Markets > Graduate Programme 2024 Make your story a global one with our Gen A Graduate Programme We believe your story matters. That’s why we're committed to nurturing you as a future market leader and developing your financial services expertise from junior to professional. Apply by the 30th June 2024 Launched in 2017, the Absa CIB Gen A Global Markets Graduate Programme focuses on building the next generation of Global Markets professionals over 18 months. Applications are now open for hands-on experience in highly specialised financial industry sectors. If you’re a graduate with a passion for Fixed Income, Equities, Foreign Exchange, Structuring, Credit, QA, and Prime, then we’re interested in you. Start the next chapter of your story and contribute to the development of our continent today. Hit the apply button below and follow the easy steps. Apply now Peter James Cameron, Global Markets Graduate Programme Manager delves into the importance of the programme and what graduates can expect. Meet the graduates Busisiwe Mtsweni Masters of Philosophy in Financial Technology Chumani Mpahlwa Honours in Finance & Economics Daluxolo Ndaba Honours in Economic Science Esona Mrwetyana Masters of Commerce in Risk Management of Financial Markets Julia Chen Honours in Finance Khanyisile Ncala Honours in Econometrics Lebugang Mabaso BSc Honours in Mathematical Sciences (University of the Witwatersrand) Maphuti Makgotlho Masters of Commerce in Investments Maleka Raphadu Masters in Mathematics Monique Teixeira Honours in Economics Mpaki Masoeu Honours in Financial Engineering Ndzalo Mabunda Civil Engineering Neil Schwellnus Masters in Financial Engineering Ntsika Mthwazi Masters in Financial Engineering Oratile Selepe Honours in Economics with Risk Management Siyolise Juda Honours in Business Finance Thabsile Nzimande Honours in Finance Testimonials Lethabo Mokoena, Junior Electronic Trader and Shenika Ramsamy, Junior Derivative Sales, talk about their journeys at Absa CIB and how the Global Markets Graduate Programme has elevated their careers. About the programme This Graduate programme is a structured, 18-month fixed-term programme in the Global Markets division. Graduates will be rotated across some of the Global Markets teams in our Front Office and Middle Office divisions which include; Fixed Income Foreign Exchange Equities Credit Commodities Prime Services Index Solutions & Passive investments Quantitative Analysis Data Science Equity Research Fixed Income Research Graduates will gain exposure to, and work with key infrastructure partners in Market risk, Credit Risk, Operations and Product Control. You will learn about the different functions in Global Markets and how they operate and collaborate with the team to drive a successful business. These functions include; Trading, risk management, systems knowledge, sales function, client interactions, model development, deal pricing, product development, regulatory changes. Are you eligible to apply? We are looking for dynamic, ambitious, analytical, problem solvers who are passionate about financial markets, driving change and are eager to make an impact. Graduates with a minimum Honours degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Engineering, Statistics, Econometrics, Finance or Commerce, Economics and Business Science are eligible to apply. We need well-rounded individuals who work well within a team and are ready for an exponential learning experience to be #BravePassionateReady with us. The Gen A Global Markets Graduate Programme is open to South African citizens with 65%-70% aggregates. Do you have a keen interest in data and views and insights on the future of banking and financial services in addition to the above criteria? You should apply now! How to apply Do you meet the eligibility criteria above? Click on the Apply Now button. You will be redirected to Leaply, our specialised application management platform for the Gen A Graduate Programme. Please upload your details, share your personal and academic profile, motivate your interest in the graduate programme and tell us what makes you stand out in the crowd. Should you be successful in the first round, you will progress to the next rounds which includes psychometric tests, a culture-fit interview and later, a comprehensive virtual assessment centre. Do you have any queries or questions? Contact us on GlobalMarketsGraduatesApplications@absa.africa Apply now Related articles Unlocking your potential with insight and sustainable solutions. EVENTS Gen A Global Markets Graduate Programme It is time to make your mark, because a world of opportunity awaits you with the Gen A Global Markets graduate programme. Are you brave enough to level up your career and contribute to the continent's development? Read more EVENTS Discover Global Markets with our Gen A Graduate Programme The Absa CIB Gen A Global Markets Graduate Programme is ready to welcome its next intake, providing a rare opportunity for hands-on experience in a highly specialised financial industry sector Read more Contact us 0860 500 703 +27 (0) 10 211 3117 rsc.corpprc@absa.co.za Subscribe for quarterly updates Analysis and data-driven insights for a changing world – delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe now Rate our website How would you rate your overall satisfaction with this website? 1 2 3 4 5 Great! Please tell us more What did you like most about the website? Insights offered Look and feel Variety of content Next Please tell us more Which of the following could be better? Content Look and feel Ease of use Next Please tell us more Were you able to find what you were looking for? 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