ABSA Financial Adviser Learnership Programme

Absa invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnership Programme in the Eastern Cape. This opportunity is open to unemployed youth, and the closing date for applications is 16 December 2025. If you are hoping to break into the financial world and begin a stable career with one of Africa’s biggest and most respected banks, this learnership might be the doorway you have been waiting for.

A Look Into Why This Opportunity Matters

Absa has built its reputation over more than 100 years, serving customers across Africa with professionalism, trust, and a deep understanding of financial needs. Today the bank continues to expand as a proudly African group, and they want young people to be part of that growth. If you have ever wondered how financial advisers help families, workers, and businesses plan their future, this programme gives you a real chance to learn those skills and start building a career from the ground up.

Many young people struggle because most jobs want someone with experience. This learnership solves that problem by giving you training, guidance, and daily workplace exposure all at the same time. It is especially valuable for people who studied Finance, Law, Accounting, or similar fields and want to grow inside the banking environment.

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What This Learnership Offers You

A Full 12-Month Training and Work Experience Journey

This is a 12-month learnership designed for unemployed youth in the Eastern Cape. You will work as a Trainee Financial Adviser, learning how to talk to clients, offer financial guidance, understand banking systems, and meet business targets. Although it is a training programme, the experience you collect is real and can help you unlock future job opportunities inside or outside the bank.

The Type of Person This Programme Suits

The learnership is ideal for individuals who:

• Want to learn new skills daily
• Are committed and reliable
• Enjoy helping people
• Are motivated to build a long-term career
• Are comfortable working with different customers
• Want to gain workplace experience to improve their chances of employment

If you enjoy understanding money, planning, or guiding others, this area of work might be perfect for you.

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What You Will Do During the Programme

Growing Your Knowledge and Confidence

Absa will provide structured training sessions that cover customer service, financial advice basics, compliance rules, systems, and communication. These sessions are meant to help you grow step by step until you feel confident working with customers and supporting the team.

Applying What You Learn Every Day

Your daily tasks will help you put your new knowledge into action. This includes assisting clients, handling simple admin tasks, managing documents, supporting team members, and offering basic financial guidance under supervision.

Following Professional Work Standards

You will work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). These rules help ensure that all work done meets banking standards for safety, quality, and compliance. This also helps you understand how big organisations operate.

Meeting Your Learning and Performance Targets

Absa sets clear goals and performance levels to help you stay focused throughout the year. These targets give you direction and help you measure your growth.

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Your Key Responsibilities

During the learnership, you will be expected to take part in several important duties, including:

Workplace Experience

You must actively participate in all workplace tasks that support your overall development.

Training and Development

You need to attend and participate in all training sessions provided by the bank.

Customer Support

You will assist customers and support your team to ensure smooth service.

Administration

You will manage reports, track activities, and complete required paperwork.

Sales Targets

You must work with leads and meet agreed productivity targets.

Customer Experience

You will help deliver good customer service and maintain high satisfaction levels.

Quality Assurance

You must keep client information safe, follow approved scripts, and ensure all work meets compliance standards.

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FAIS Requirements You Must Meet

Because this role is related to giving financial advice, you must follow FAIS rules. These include:

• An FSCA-approved qualification
• RE5 (advantage but not compulsory)
• Product-specific training after you are accepted
• Class of Business training
• Continuous professional development
• High integrity, honesty, and good standing

Preference may be given to applicants who already hold an FSCA-approved qualification.

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Minimum Education Requirements

To qualify, you must have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in a relevant field such as Finance, Accounting, or Law
• A National Senior Certificate / Matric

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Employment Equity Commitment

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity employer. According to the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups to support fair representation and diversity within the bank.