Standard Bank of South Africa invites South African graduates to apply for the Group Compliance Graduate Programme 2026.
Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Graduate Programme Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
About the Standard Bank Group Compliance Graduate Programme
Standard Bank is offering a Group Compliance Graduate Programme for graduates who are interested in compliance, risk, legal, audit and business-related careers.
The programme is designed to give graduates practical exposure to regulatory and compliance functions within Standard Bank Group. Graduates will gain hands-on experience while working with experienced professionals and contributing to meaningful projects from day one.
Job Overview
- Company: Standard Bank of South Africa
- Programme: Group Compliance Graduate Programme
- Business Segment: Group Functions
- Job Type: Full-time
- Job Ref ID: 80452668A-0001
- Location: 30 Baker Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Date Posted: 01 June 2026
- Closing Date: 31 July 2026
About Group Compliance
Group Compliance helps Standard Bank Group comply with regulatory and compliance requirements. The department manages compliance risk, supports ethical business practices and helps protect Standard Bank’s licence to operate with regulatory authorities. Group Compliance also advises, trains, monitors and reports to support the business in doing the right business in the right way.
What the Programme Offers
Successful graduates will gain exposure through:
- Rotations
- Learning pathways
- Mentorship programmes
- Business coaching
- Hands-on workplace experience
- High-impact projects
- Collaboration with experienced professionals
- Practical compliance and regulatory exposure
The programme is aimed at helping graduates prepare for future leadership roles while developing strong professional and technical skills.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum 4-year degree or Honours qualification in one of the following fields:
- Business Commerce
- Risk
- Legal
- Audit
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must have a maximum of two years’ work experience
- Must have a minimum average of 65% across all years of study
- Must submit full academic transcripts for undergraduate and postgraduate studies
Who Should Apply?
This graduate programme is suitable for graduates who are interested in:
- Compliance
- Risk management
- Banking regulations
- Legal and regulatory advisory
- Audit
- Business ethics
- Corporate governance
- Financial services
Applicants should be eager to learn, work on meaningful projects and grow within one of South Africa’s leading banking groups.
Skills You May Develop
During the programme, graduates may develop skills in:
- Compliance risk management
- Regulatory reporting
- Business advisory
- Monitoring and control
- Stakeholder engagement
- Research and analysis
- Professional communication
- Ethical decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Corporate governance
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Updated CV
- South African ID
- Full academic transcripts
- Undergraduate qualification documents
- Postgraduate qualification documents, if applicable
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Standard Bank careers portal, Applicants should search for the following job reference number: Job Ref ID: 80452668A-0001, The closing date for applications is 31 July 2026. Late applications may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date.
