Business and Commercial Banking (BCB) SA Agribusiness Graduate Programme

Responsibilities

• During this 18-month programme, you will have the opportunity to:
• Gain a working knowledge of agribusiness value chains in South Africa.
• Understand how debt structuring is done to create an optimal funding and capital structure.
• Undertake an agricultural viability study and perform financial modelling which take into consideration market and industry dynamics.
• Be able to discuss farming and financial prospects with agribusiness clients.
• Postgraduate qualification (recently completed or completing in 2026):
• BSc Honours in an agriculture related field such as agricultural economics
• BCom Honours with specialisation in an agriculture related field such as agricultural economics
• Postgraduate qualification to be completed by 31 December 2026.
• Minimum Requirements:
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Should you have work experience, it should not exceed 18 months.
• Be able to demonstrate an entry level of insight into South African agriculture.
• Being able to demonstrate a working knowledge of Financial and Management Accounting will be beneficial.
• Matric certificate to be submitted with application.
• Full academic transcripts to be submitted with application for undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
• Programme duration: 18 months
• Application closing date: 30 June 2026

Benefits

Additional Information

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career journey in Agribusiness within Business and Commercial Banking? Our Graduate Programme offers you the opportunity to gain hands on experience in a dynamic and fast paced industry. Through a series of rotations, you will gain extensive experience in a wide range of analytical areas across South Africa. Including: Primary Agriculture debt viability investigations Financial modelling Debt structuring Collateral agreements and mechanisms Client relationship management Client portfolio management Standard Bank Agribusiness is a reputable and peer recognised specialist Division who focus on financial enablement of primary agricultural producers and secondary agribusiness operations. Comprehensive Training - Receive in depth training from industry experts to build a solid foundation in Agribusiness. 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.

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