South Africa Learnership Graduate Program - Credit Risk, South Africa - Johannesburg, 2026

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Job Overview

You're the brains behind our work.

• You are ready to bring your knowledge from the classroom to the boardroom, and Citi South Africa wants to help you get there. Whether it’s honing your skills or building your network, we know that success cannot come without growth. Citi South Africa is looking for Risk Graduates to join our year-long Learnership Programme. The Programme provides exposure and practical work experience to newly qualified university graduates.

• The Graduate will support the Risk Management team in identifying, assessing, monitoring, and reporting risks across the business. The role provides exposure to risk frameworks, analytics, reporting, regulatory requirements, and business operations, while offering practical experience and development opportunities within a professional risk environment.

• The Graduate will gain hands-on experience across various risk disciplines. This role is ideal for a motivated Graduate seeking a career path within risk management and financial services.

• We provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed. We’re committed to teaching you the ropes. The Learnership Programme trains and grows key players in today’s changing economic environment and will equip you with the knowledge and training you need to succeed.

We want to hear from you if...

• You have obtained your undergraduate bachelor's degree with a >65% average in any of the disciplines: Finance; Economics; Accounting; Statistics; Mathematics or Risk Management.

• Acceptable to have a maximum of 1 year of work experience but not required

• You have strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills

• Attach your most updated CV, cover letter, full academic transcripts & ID when applying

Who we think will be a great fit.

Extensive work experience is not a requirement, but dedication to learning and a true passion for the business are vital. We’ll also be looking for the following:

• Commitment to personal growth and career development, a strong desire to learn and succeed in team environments

• Knowledge of the global or domestic business landscape (preferred, but not required)

• Strong communication, planning and organizational skills

• Analytical and quantitative skills

• Desire to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry

• Unquestioned commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making.

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Job Family Group:

Management Development Programs

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Job Family:

Intern

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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