Start your banking career with Standard Bank’s Universal Banker Learnership. Gain hands-on experience, FAIS accreditation, and practical skills in financial services. Apply before 31 August 2025!

About the Programme (PPB Universal Banker Learnership)

Standard Bank Group, one of Africa’s leading financial services providers, is offering an exciting Learner: PPB Universal Banker Learnership across South Africa. This programme is designed for graduates who want to build a strong foundation in Personal, Prestige, and Private Banking (PPB).

Through structured training and workplace exposure, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and accreditation needed to become a Universal Banker. This includes everything from client onboarding and processing transactions to solving customer queries and delivering professional banking services.

By the end of the learnership, you will complete an Occupational Qualification in Banking, earn FAIS accreditation, and be fully equipped to pursue a career in the financial services sector.

Location: Nationwide (Johannesburg North, Pretoria, and South Africa branches)
Closing Date: 31 August 2025
Contract Type: Fixed-term Learnership

What You’ll Learn

As a PPB Universal Banker Learner, you will:

• Assist clients with everyday banking needs (account opening, debit order queries, retrieving statements, etc.).
• Develop strong sales and service skills while building trusted client relationships.
• Learn to identify customer needs and provide appropriate banking solutions.
• Gain exposure to transactional processing, compliance, and fraud management.
• Improve professional communication, including email and telephone etiquette.
• Complete a banking qualification with FAIS accreditation.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for this PPB Universal Banker Learnership, you must have:

• Undergraduate Degree (any field).
• A strong interest in the financial services and banking industry.
• South African citizenship.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Competencies Developed

You will gain skills in:

• Banking products and services knowledge.
• Risk and fraud management.
• Customer service excellence.
• Regulatory and compliance awareness.
• Digital and workplace etiquette.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.

Behavioural Skills Needed

• Professionalism and accountability.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong time management.
• Adaptability and learning agility.

Why Join Standard Bank?

• Earn while you learn through a structured 12-month programme.
• Gain an internationally recognised qualification in banking.
• Receive FAIS accreditation to advance your financial services career.
• Work with one of Africa’s top financial institutions, committed to growth, innovation, and community impact.

How to Apply

To apply for the Learner: PPB Universal Banker Learnership 2025, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Standard Bank Careers Portal: Standard Bank Careers
2. Click Apply Now and complete the online application form.
3. Upload the following documents:
   • Updated CV
   • Certified copy of ID
   • Certified copy of your Degree Certificate/Transcript

Note: Only online applications will be considered. Standard Bank does not request payment during recruitment. Report any suspicious activity to the Fraud Line: +27 800 222 050 or email TransactionFraudOpsSA@standardbank.co.za.

Closing Date

31 August 2025

Kick-start your career in banking with Standard Bank. Apply today and gain the skills, experience, and accreditation you need for a successful future.

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