Absa Invites South African Unemployed Graduates to Apply for Financial Adviser Learnerships 2026
Learnership Application Closing Date: 21 January 2026
Learnership Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Absa Group invites suitably qualified and motivated South African youth to apply for the Financial Adviser Learnership Programme 2026. This 12-month unemployed learnership offers structured training, practical workplace exposure, and a solid entry point into the financial services sector.
About Absa Learnership
Absa Group is one of Africa’s leading financial services organisations, headquartered in South Africa with operations across multiple African countries. The group provides personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, and insurance solutions. Absa is committed to innovation, financial inclusion, and driving sustainable economic growth across the continent.
The Financial Adviser Learnership
Absa is offering a 12-Month Unemployed Learnership – Trainee Financial Advisers, aimed at individuals who are eager to build a professional career in financial services.
This learnership combines theoretical learning, on-the-job training, and workplace coaching, enabling participants to gain FAIS-aligned experience while developing customer-facing and sales competencies.
Benefits From the Learnership
As a learnership participant, you will:
- Take part in structured training and development programmes
- Gain practical workplace experience in a customer-facing banking environment
- Apply your learning through real-world financial advisory tasks
- Work in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements
- Build professional confidence while working towards performance and development targets
Learnership Key Accountabilities
- Workplace Experience Participate in all workplace activities aligned to development objectives
- Learning and Development Attend and engage in all required training interventions
- Customer Support Assist customers and team members to ensure service excellence
- Administration Complete all administrative duties, including tracking and reporting
- Sales and Performance Work leads efficiently to achieve agreed strike rates and productivity targets
Customer Experience and Compliance
- Deliver consistent service excellence
- Maintain confidentiality of client information
- Follow prescribed scripts and compliance standards
Who Should Apply
- National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12)
- Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in one of the following fields:
Accounting
Finance
Law
This learnership is suitable for graduates who are committed to learning, professional growth, and delivering excellent customer service.
Duration and Location
- Programme Duration: 12 months
- Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
- Programme Type: Unemployed Learnership (FAIS aligned)
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Absa Learnerships 2026
Completed and submitted before 21 January 2026.
Final Note
This Absa learnership offers a valuable opportunity to gain FAIS-aligned experience, develop professional banking skills, and start a long-term career in financial services. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply early and take the first step toward a future with one of Africa’s leading financial institutions.
