Standard Bank South Africa Jobs – 02 July 2026

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Private Banking Relationship Manager

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, Western Cape, Cape Town, Standard Bank, Letterstedt House, Newlands-on-Main, Corner of Main Road and Campground Road, Newlands

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80370774A-0003

Date Posted: 7/1/2026

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Relationship Manager to join our Private Banking team. This role is responsible for growing, managing, and retaining a portfolio of high-net-worth clients while delivering exceptional value through personalised financial solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with high-net-worth clients by providing tailored financial solutions, proactive engagement, and outstanding service.
• Conduct in-depth financial analyses, create personalised banking strategies, and ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Analyse industry trends, assess the competitive landscape, and provide performance reports to support informed decision-making and drive business growth.

Qualifications

• FAIS aligned Degree in Business Commerce (NQF7 or higher)
• FAIS Representative certification is mandatory, in line with regulatory requirements.

Essential Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in financial services, with at least 5–7 years in a relationship management or private banking role.
• Proven ability to analyse clients’ financial needs, identify opportunities, and deliver tailored financial solutions that create value for both client and bank.
• Demonstrated success in client acquisition, retention, and portfolio management within a high-net-worth segment.
• Experience in structuring credit applications and facilitating complex lending, investment, and offshore product offerings.
• Proficient understanding of banking processes, financial acumen, and consumer banking products.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information & Providing Insights
• Interpreting Data & Examining Information
• Developing Expertise
• Convincing People & Establishing Rapport
• Producing Output
• Seizing Opportunities
• Taking Action

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Commercial Acumen
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Financial Acumen
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)
• Risk Identification
• Risk Reporting

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Customer Liaison Officer

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, WC, Malmesbury, 62 Voortrekker Road

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80452156A-0002

Date Posted: 6/30/2026

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and customer-oriented individual to join our team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for our valued customers, providing exceptional service and ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally.

• Warmly greet and assist customers as they enter the branch, creating a positive first impression
• Identify and assess customer needs through active listening and questioning
• Record and monitor customer inquiries, ensuring accurate documentation
• Efficiently allocate customers to appropriate departments or specialists for further assistance
• Provide basic information and guidance on bank products and services
• Handle and resolve simple customer queries independently
• Maintain a high level of integrity and adhere to ethical standards in all interactions
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth customer flow within the branch
• Stay updated on bank policies, procedures, and product offerings to provide accurate information
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and welcoming branch environment

Qualifications

• National Certificate (NQF5) or equivalent qualification

Experience Required:

• 1-2 years of branch banking experience, focusing on customer service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in computer systems, including banking software
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Customer-centric mindset with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of banking products and services (preferred)
• Fluency in English and other local languages (advantageous)

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Showing Composure
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Servicing
• Customer Reception and Channelling
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)

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Software Engineer

Job Overview

Business Segment: Group Functions

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 5 Simmonds Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80453582A-0002

Date Posted: 6/29/2026

Job Description

To design, code, test, debug, and maintain programs in development environments. Apply agreed standards and tools, to achieve a well-engineers result. Work within a strict framework of programming standards under supervision of senior technical resources. 

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree in Information Technology

Experience Required
Software Engineering
Technology

• 5-7 years – Broad experience in translating business and functional requirements into technical specifications and developing the programming code to create the solutions.
• 8-10 years – Proven experience in modern engineering practices i.e. dev ops, agile etc., Proven experience across multiple, broad IT Engineering disciplines, with demonstrated specialisation in at least one. Experience within the required scope of expertise.

Skills Required: 

• Cloud Architecture & Infrastructure (AWS):
• Deep understanding of modern elastic cloud architecture patterns.
• Solid grasp of cloud networking fundamentals.
• Requirement: Relevant AWS accreditation/certification required to operate within the Standard Bank Group (SBG) AWS environment.
• Preferred: Knowledge of SBG cloud architecture standards is a strong plus.
• Systems & Environment:
• Proficient with Linux-based operating systems and core system administration basics.
• Strong command-line comfort, including writing, debugging, and running scripts.
• Software Development & Integration:
• Language: Strong Python programming skills and a working knowledge of the Python data ecosystem.
• APIs & Design: Expertise in building and consuming APIs (REST/GraphQL) alongside a solid understanding of system design and integration patterns.
• Data & Containerization:
• Databases: Strong proficiency in SQL and database management.
• Containers: Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker).

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Examining Information
• Interpreting Data
• Managing Tasks
• Producing Output
• Taking Action
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Agile Engineering
• API Engineering
• Automation
• Cloud Computing
• Continuous Delivery (CD)
• Continuous Deployment
• Continuous Integration (CI)
• Core Systems
• Data Engineering
• Design Thinking
• Error Budgets
• Incident Response
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Knowledge Management
• Microservices
• Non-abstract Large System Design (NALSD)
• Observability (Application and Web Analytics)
• Platform Engineering
• Policy as Code
• Post-incidence Analysis
• Reliability and Resilience
• Security Engineering
• Service Level Management
• Software Engineering Methods
• Software Engineering Tools
• Software Foundations
• System Integration
• Test-driven Design (TDD)
• Threat Modelling

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Specialist, Investment Risk & Performance

Job Overview

Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management

Company: Melville Douglas

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80453673A-0001

Date Posted: 6/26/2026

Job Description

To provide oversight, analysis, and reporting of investment risk and portfolio performance across investment portfolios to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the organisation and portfolio specific investment objectives, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements, to enable informed investment decision-making, effective risk management, and optimised portfolio performance.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Finance and Accounting, Mathematical Sciences, Quantitative Studies

Experience Required
Asset & Portfolio Management
Investment & Asset Management
3-4 years
Investment performance and attribution analysis

5-7 years
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Examining Information
• Exploring Possibilities
• Following Procedures
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Inviting Feedback
• Making Decisions
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Providing Insights
• Showing Composure
• Team Working
• Understanding People
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Active Investment Management
• Compliance
• Data Analytics
• Data Ingestion
• Data Management (Administration)
• Evaluating Risk Management Effectiveness
• Performance Benchmarking
• Risk Awareness
• Risk Identification
• Risk Management
• Risk Measurement
• Risk Reporting
• Written Communication

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Head, Employee Experience GenAI Governance & Platforms

Job Overview

Business Segment: Group Functions

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80453012A-0001

Date Posted: 6/25/2026

Job Description

To serve as the single accountable owner and authoritative source for the enterprise-wide GenAI capability within the Employee Experience domain. The role establishes a centralised governance and operations function to manage general-purpose GenAI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Perplexity, Claude), ensuring adoption is safe, measurable, and value-driven across the Standard Bank Group.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years in IT, consulting, or digital leadership within complex organisations, including 5+ years in senior management or platform ownership roles.
• Understanding of enterprise AI/GenAI/SaaS platforms and experience applying governance, standards, or operating models for technology platforms.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional and federated teams to align priorities and drive outcomes.
• Experience managing vendors, contracts, and commercial performance, with strong knowledge of licensing, cost optimisation, and partner delivery models.
• Working knowledge of regulated environments with the ability to partner effectively with Risk, Security, and Compliance teams.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Expertise
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People

Technical Competencies:

• AI Foundations
• AI Lifecycle Management
• AI Optimisation
• AI Platforms
• Policy Development
• Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
• Root Cause Analysis
• Quality Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Reporting

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Universal Banker

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, Western Cape, Cape Town, Standard Bank Cape Gate, Shop L40, CapeGate Shopping Centre, Capegate Blvd, Cape Gate

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80354514A-0001

Date Posted: 6/24/2026

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced, client-focused sales consultant with a proven sales track record to join our branch banking environment as a Universal Banker. This role is suited to a confident frontline banking professional who can engage clients, identify needs, provide appropriate banking solutions and contribute to sustainable sales growth while delivering excellent client service and meeting all risk, compliance and FAIS requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage clients across branch and related banking channels to understand their needs, resolve queries and provide appropriate banking solutions in line with service, product and legislative requirements.
• Identify sales and demand generation opportunities through client conversations, promote relevant banking products and channels, and contribute to branch sales and growth objectives.
• Open, amend, transfer and close client accounts in line with laid-down procedures, risk controls, KYC, POPIA and FAIS requirements.
• Assess client needs by reviewing account conduct, income and expenditure, scorecards and supporting information to provide informed recommendations and appropriate solutions.
• Educate clients on banking processes, digital functionality, self-service channels, product features and their rights and obligations in line with the Code of Banking Practice.
• Maintain accurate records, update required management information, adhere to team ways of work and contribute to a high-performing branch environment.

Qualifications

• National Certificate or equivalent NQF 5 FAIS-aligned qualification in a field related to banking, financial services, commerce, sales, client service or a related discipline.
• The candidate must meet FAIS Fit and Proper requirements.

Minimum Experience:

• 3 to 4 years’ experience in a branch banking, financial services, contact centre sales or client-facing sales environment.
• Proven sales track record with experience identifying client needs, promoting solutions, cross-selling and achieving sales or growth targets.
• Strong understanding of banking products, client servicing, account opening, application processing and customer acceptance requirements.
• Experience working in a regulated environment where adherence to risk, compliance, KYC, POPIA and FAIS requirements is critical.
• Confident client engagement capability with the ability to build rapport, ask the right questions, handle pressure and provide practical solutions.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Checking Things, Examining Information and Following Procedures
• Convincing People, Impressing People and Seizing Opportunities
• Establishing Rapport, Interacting with People and Inviting Feedback
• Developing Expertise, Developing Strategies and Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas, Taking Action, Pursuing Goals and Meeting Timescales
• Embracing Change, Showing Composure, Team Working and Thinking Positively

Technical Competencies:

• Application & Submission Verification (Consumer Banking)
• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Acceptance & Review
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Processing
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)

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Advisor, Legal, Commercial Property Finance

Job Overview

Business Segment: Group Functions

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80330974A-0002

Date Posted: 6/23/2026

Job Description

Provide commercially driven legal support to the Commercial Property Finance (CPF) business by structuring, drafting, and negotiating bespoke financing and related agreements. Act as a strategic partner to the business by enabling transactions, accelerating deal execution, and supporting revenue growth while ensuring robust legal risk management.

Deliver pragmatic, solution-oriented legal advice across multiple business areas, balancing regulatory compliance with commercial objectives. Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate legal and transactional risks associated with banking products and services, ensuring alignment with the legal entity mandate and applicable regulatory frameworks.

Represent the Bank in complex, multi-party negotiations, influencing outcomes to protect the Bank’s interests while facilitating successful deal closure and maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Legal

Experience Required
Macro Generic
Legal

• 5–7 years’ post-qualification experience providing commercially focused legal advice, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating financial and transactional documentation within legal and/or financial services environments.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and manage legal risk in a way that supports business performance and deal delivery.
• Experience within banking, financing, or commercial property transactions is strongly preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience influencing, guiding, or managing stakeholders/teams (formal people management not essential).

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Interacting with People
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Providing Insights
• Showing Composure
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Contract Management
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Legal Advisory & Interpretation
• Legal Drafting
• Legal Knowledge
• Legal Research

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Engineer, Endpoint (Remote Services)

Job Overview

Business Segment: Group Functions

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, undefined, Johannesburg, Simmonds Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80375555A-0001

Date Posted: 6/24/2026

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Prestige Banking Relationship Banker

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, Western Cape, Mossel Bay, Standard Bank Mossel Bay, Heiderand Mall, Melkhout St, Heiderand

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80264910A-0002

Date Posted: 6/19/2026

Job Description

To acquire, service and retain clients within the Prestige Banking segment by delivering exceptional relationship management, conducting structured needs analyses and deepening product uptake across lending, transactional and digital banking. The role focuses on proactive portfolio growth, quality client engagement, and the identification of wealth, investment and fiduciary opportunities through collaboration with specialist teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow an assigned Prestige client portfolio through proactive engagement, needs‑based conversations and consistent relationship building
• Deepen client banking relationships by identifying opportunities across transactional, lending, digital and rewards solutions
• Identify wealth, investment, fiduciary and estate planning needs and refer clients to Financial Planners, Investment Consultants and specialist teams
• Conduct structured client reviews to understand financial goals and recommend appropriate banking solutions
• Action client service requests efficiently across digital, voice and branch channels, ensuring fast turnaround and a seamless client experience
• Uphold governance and compliance standards by completing all AML, KYC, due diligence, arrears management and regulatory requirements on time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Banking, Finance or related field or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) FAIS-recognised qualification
• Valid driver’s licence and mobility to travel to client sites

Experience Required:

• 2 years total banking experience, with 1 to 2 years FAIS-related experience in a physical, virtual or voice branch environment
• Proven experience in relationship banking, managing a personal, prestige or affluent client portfolio
• Exposure to wealth management, investment consulting, or financial planning referral environments
• Demonstrated ability to grow a portfolio, drive product entrenchment (lending, transactional and digital) and retain clients
• Experience working across multi-channel environments to action client requests, manage credit applications and resolve service gaps

Additional Information

Behavioral Competencies

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Knowledge
• Client Retention & Client Servicing
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Risk Awareness & Risk Identification

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Prestige Banking Relationship Banker

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, Western Cape, George, Standard Bank George, 99 Hibernia Street, George Central

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80264910A-0002

Date Posted: 6/19/2026

Job Description

To acquire, service and retain clients within the Prestige Banking segment by delivering exceptional relationship management, conducting structured needs analyses and deepening product uptake across lending, transactional and digital banking. The role focuses on proactive portfolio growth, quality client engagement, and the identification of wealth, investment and fiduciary opportunities through collaboration with specialist teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow an assigned Prestige client portfolio through proactive engagement, needs‑based conversations and consistent relationship building
• Deepen client banking relationships by identifying opportunities across transactional, lending, digital and rewards solutions
• Identify wealth, investment, fiduciary and estate planning needs and refer clients to Financial Planners, Investment Consultants and specialist teams
• Conduct structured client reviews to understand financial goals and recommend appropriate banking solutions
• Action client service requests efficiently across digital, voice and branch channels, ensuring fast turnaround and a seamless client experience
• Uphold governance and compliance standards by completing all AML, KYC, due diligence, arrears management and regulatory requirements on time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Banking, Finance or related field or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) FAIS-recognised qualification
• Valid driver’s licence and mobility to travel to client sites

Experience Required:

• 2 years total banking experience, with 1 to 2 years FAIS-related experience in a physical, virtual or voice branch environment
• Proven experience in relationship banking, managing a personal, prestige or affluent client portfolio
• Exposure to wealth management, investment consulting, or financial planning referral environments
• Demonstrated ability to grow a portfolio, drive product entrenchment (lending, transactional and digital) and retain clients
• Experience working across multi-channel environments to action client requests, manage credit applications and resolve service gaps

Additional Information

Behavioral Competencies

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise

Technical Competencies:

• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Knowledge
• Client Retention & Client Servicing
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)

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Universal Banker

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, WC, Uniondale, 30 Voortrekker Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80452287A-0001

Date Posted: 6/16/2026

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced, client-focused sales consultant with a proven sales track record to join our branch banking environment as a Universal Banker. This role is suited to a confident frontline banking professional who can engage clients, identify needs, provide appropriate banking solutions and contribute to sustainable sales growth while delivering excellent client service and meeting all risk, compliance and FAIS requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage clients across branch and related banking channels to understand their needs, resolve queries and provide appropriate banking solutions in line with service, product and legislative requirements.
• Identify sales and demand generation opportunities through client conversations, promote relevant banking products and channels, and contribute to branch sales and growth objectives.
• Open, amend, transfer and close client accounts in line with laid-down procedures, risk controls, KYC, POPIA and FAIS requirements.
• Assess client needs by reviewing account conduct, income and expenditure, scorecards and supporting information to provide informed recommendations and appropriate solutions.
• Educate clients on banking processes, digital functionality, self-service channels, product features and their rights and obligations in line with the Code of Banking Practice.
• Maintain accurate records, update required management information, adhere to team ways of work and contribute to a high-performing branch environment.

Qualifications

• National Certificate or equivalent NQF 5 FAIS-aligned qualification in a field related to banking, financial services, commerce, sales, client service or a related discipline.
• The candidate must meet FAIS Fit and Proper requirements.

Minimum Experience:

• 3 to 4 years’ experience in a branch banking, financial services, contact centre sales or client-facing sales environment.
• Proven sales track record with experience identifying client needs, promoting solutions, cross-selling and achieving sales or growth targets.
• Strong understanding of banking products, client servicing, account opening, application processing and customer acceptance requirements.
• Experience working in a regulated environment where adherence to risk, compliance, KYC, POPIA and FAIS requirements is critical.
• Confident client engagement capability with the ability to build rapport, ask the right questions, handle pressure and provide practical solutions.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Checking Things, Examining Information and Following Procedures
• Convincing People, Impressing People and Seizing Opportunities
• Establishing Rapport, Interacting with People and Inviting Feedback
• Developing Expertise, Developing Strategies and Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas, Taking Action, Pursuing Goals and Meeting Timescales
• Embracing Change, Showing Composure, Team Working and Thinking Positively

Technical Competencies:

• Application & Submission Verification (Consumer Banking)
• Banking Process & Procedures
• Client Acceptance & Review
• Customer Understanding ( Consumer Banking)
• Processing
• Product Knowledge (Consumer Banking)

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Executive Financial Planner

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Company: Standard Bank of South Africa

Location: ZA, WC, Cape Town, Cape Town

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: 80452484A-0001

Date Posted: 6/12/2026

Job Description

To provide appropriate financial and estate planning advice to Private and Business Banking Clients (i.e., Private Banking Signature, Premium, Growth and Commercial Banking) in order to solve for their complex financial needs.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Diploma
Field of Study: Banking
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce

Experience Required
Client Coverage
Consumer & High Net Worth
5-7 years
Experience in all the product categories in terms of FAIS for SBFC including Business Assurance.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
•  

Technical Competencies:

• Financial Acumen
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Financial Planning
• Interpreting Financial Statements
• Legal Compliance

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