ABSA invites unemployed South African individuals who meet all the necessary criteria to apply for the Learnerships program 2026
ABSA Learnerships 2026: Unemployed Graduate Financial Adviser Programme in Cape Town
ABSA Learnerships 2026 offer unemployed graduates an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on workplace experience while launching a long-term career in the banking and financial services sector.
ABSA Bank Unemployed Learnership Programme Now Open
ABSA Bank is currently accepting applications for its Unemployed Learnership: Face-to-Face Financial Adviser (FAIS) in Cape Town. This full-time learnership programme is designed for unemployed graduates who are eager to gain practical experience and professional training within one of South Africa’s leading financial institutions.
Applications close on 21 January 2026, so eligible candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
About the ABSA Learnership Programme
With over 100 years of banking excellence, ABSA is a proudly African financial services group with strong local and international expertise. The bank remains committed to developing young talent by offering structured learning programmes that support skills development, employability, and economic growth in South Africa.
This 12-month unemployed learnership is ideal for graduates who have completed qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or Law and aspire to build a career as a Financial Adviser in the banking sector.
What the ABSA Learnership Offers
The ABSA Financial Adviser Learnership provides comprehensive training and real-world exposure in a professional banking environment. Participants will benefit from:
- Structured training and development aligned with financial services standards
- Practical workplace experience supporting business and team objectives
- Exposure to banking operations, customer engagement, and compliance processes
- Clear performance, development, and training targets throughout the programme
This learnership is suited to motivated individuals who are committed to personal growth and professional excellence.
Key Responsibilities of Learners
Successful candidates will gain experience in the following areas:
- Participating in workplace activities aligned with an individual development plan
- Attending and completing all required training and learning interventions
- Supporting customers and internal teams to maintain service and performance standards
- Completing administrative tasks, reporting, and progress tracking
- Working on sales leads to meet productivity and performance targets
- Delivering excellent customer service and maintaining a positive client experience
- Ensuring confidentiality of client information and adherence to compliance standards
FAIS Fit and Proper Requirements
This learnership is subject to FAIS Fit and Proper regulatory requirements, including:
- A recognised FSCA-approved qualification
- Regulatory Exam for Representatives (RE5) (advantageous)
- Completion of product-specific and class-of-business training once onboarded
- Ongoing continuous professional development (CPD)
- Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and regulatory compliance
Minimum Education Requirements
To qualify for the ABSA Learnership 2026, applicants must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting
- A National Senior Certificate (Matric)
- Unemployed status at the time of application
Location and Employment Details
- Location: Cape Town
- Employment Type: Full-time Learnership (12 months)
Why Apply for ABSA Learnerships 2026?
ABSA Learnerships 2026 provide unemployed graduates with a recognised entry point into the financial services and banking industry, offering valuable experience, professional training, and career development opportunities.
How to Apply
Click here to apply online for the ABSA Learnerships Program 2026
