Nedbank YES Youth Learnership Programme 2025

Nedbank invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their YES Youth Learnership Programme (Contact Centre) Vacancies. This programme is designed for young South Africans who want to kickstart their careers, gain valuable work experience, and improve their future employability. The closing date for applications is 14 November 2025, so don’t wait to apply!

Why Join the Nedbank YES Youth Learnership?

Nedbank understands the important role youth play in shaping South Africa’s economy and future. Through the Youth Employment Service (YES) programme, Nedbank provides opportunities for unemployed young people to gain hands-on experience in the banking and financial services sector.

This learnership is ideal for individuals who want to:

Build real work experience in a professional environment
Develop skills that make you more competitive in the job market
Understand the operations of a leading South African bank
Grow confidence in communication, customer service, and financial processes

Participants will work for 12 months on a fixed-term contract and receive a monthly stipend to support basic living costs while gaining this invaluable experience.

What You’ll Do as a YES Learner

If your application is successful, you will be placed in the Nedbank Contact Centre at Umhlanga Rocks, Durban North. Your role may involve personal banking, private banking services, or collections, depending on the division you are allocated to.

Your daily duties will include:

Delivering excellent customer service via calls, emails, and SMS
Promoting Nedbank products while assisting clients
Handling collections, managing arrear accounts, and reducing risk for the bank
Upholding Nedbank’s core values: integrity, accountability, respect, and being client-focused
Contributing to your team’s success by sharing knowledge and supporting team members
Participating in team activities and helping improve service delivery

This role is designed to give you exposure to real banking operations and help you develop skills that are valuable in any professional setting.

Who Can Apply

To be eligible for the Nedbank YES Learnership, you must:

Have a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (Matric)
Be currently unemployed
Not have participated in a YES programme before
Be a South African citizen of African, Coloured, or Indian descent, with a valid South African ID
Be proficient in English (both written and spoken)
Have basic computer knowledge
Be willing to work 8-hour shifts, including weekends and public holidays if required

It’s a bonus if you can communicate in any other South African language.

Where You Will Work

This learnership is fully onsite at Nedbank Park Square Campus, Umhlanga Rocks, Durban North. As the programme provides a monthly stipend instead of a full salary, applicants are encouraged to live within a 30–35 km radius to manage transport costs and maintain punctuality.

Suggested residential areas include:

North of Umhlanga: Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga Rocks, La Lucia, Mount Edgecombe, Sibaya Coastal Precinct, Tongaat, KwaMashu, Phoenix

Central Durban & Surrounds: Durban North, Glen Anil, Morningside, Berea, Overport, Sydenham, Greyville

Western Suburbs: Westville, Pinetown, Queensburgh, Reservoir Hills, New Germany, Escombe

Living close by ensures you can attend work consistently, on time, and make the most of this learning opportunity.

What You’ll Gain

The YES Youth Learnership is more than just a stipend — it’s a career-building programme. By the end of your 12 months, you will have gained:

Valuable customer service and banking experience
Improved communication and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of financial products and services
Confidence working in a professional corporate environment
Skills and experience that boost your CV and employability

This programme is designed to give young South Africans a head start in their careers and help them grow into the workforce with confidence.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and want to be part of a programme that develops your skills and prepares you for the future, apply now for the Nedbank YES Youth Learnership Programme 2025.

Click the link below to submit your application and start your journey toward a rewarding career in banking:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

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