Standard Bank is inviting applications for its 18-month Legal Graduate Programme 2026 for young South African law graduates.
About Standard Bank
Standard Bank Group is Africa’s largest bank by assets, headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. Founded in 1862, the group operates personal, business, corporate and investment banking across about 20 African countries, and is seeking individuals who bring something different to its Legal Graduate Programme.
About the Opportunity
The Standard Bank Legal Graduate Programme 2026 is an 18-month internship offering practical legal experience in banking and finance. Standard Bank is seeking individuals who are self-motivated and curious about the world around them, able to adapt in an ever-changing environment, motivated by solving complex problems, excellent communicators with a genuine passion for finance and financial markets, and who enjoy working collaboratively in a team and are committed to excellence and delivery.
Minimum Requirements
- South African citizen who is not more than 30 years of age.
- Admitted as an attorney in South Africa.
- No more than two years of work experience post admission.
- Minimum of 65% average over all years of study.
Key Skills and Characteristics
- Positive attitude and self-confidence.
- Curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Working independently and collaboratively with others.
- Good commercial drafting skills and a keen interest in banking and finance.
- Attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Commitment to excellence and punctual delivery.
- Ability to collate and analyse information from various sources.
- Ability to plan and co-ordinate the execution of instructions.
- Creative problem solving and considered decision making.
Programme Duration
The programme will run for a period of 18 months.
Funding
The funding for the programme varies.
Deadline
Applications close on 9 October 2026.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates may apply through the following:
