ABSA Group Limited invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the 2026 Trainee Financial Adviser (FAIS) Unemployed Learnership Programme. This is a paid 12-month learnership aimed at graduates who want to launch a long-term career in the financial services sector with one of Africa’s leading banks.
The programme targets candidates with completed qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or Law, and is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping clients achieve their financial goals while developing strong regulatory, technical, and client-facing skills.
Closing date: 16 December 2025
About the ABSA Trainee Financial Adviser Learnership
This learnership offers a combination of formal training, structured workplace learning, and mentorship aligned to the FAIS Act requirements.
Participants will:
- Gain exposure to financial advisory industry standards and regulations
- Develop sales, customer service, and advisory competencies
- Perform daily operational and client-facing duties
- Receive training aligned to Standard Operating Procedures
- Build practical experience in a professional banking environment
The programme provides a structured pathway into the financial advisory profession, with potential opportunities for permanent employment upon successful completion.
Available Learnership Positions and Locations
Virtual / Hybrid Role
Gauteng – Virtual Financial Adviser (FAIS)
Location: Johannesburg
Requisition ID: R-15982060
Face-to-Face Financial Adviser (FAIS) – Unemployed Learnerships
Gauteng – Johannesburg
Requisition ID: R-15982067
Limpopo – Polokwane
Requisition ID: R-15982064
Free State – Bloemfontein
Requisition ID: R-15982063
Mpumalanga – Nelspruit
Requisition ID: R-15982065
KwaZulu-Natal – Umhlanga
Requisition ID: R-15982061
Western Cape – Cape Town
Requisition ID: R-15982062
Who Should Apply
This learnership is open to:
- Unemployed South African graduates
- Applicants with a completed Degree or Advanced Diploma in:
- Finance
- Accounting
- Law
- Or a related FSCA-approved qualification
- Matric (Grade 12) holders
- Candidates with strong interest in sales, customer service, and financial advisory work
Advantageous
- Regulatory Exam for Representatives (RE5)
- FSCA-approved qualifications
What the Programme Offers
Successful candidates will receive:
- Structured classroom and on-the-job training
- Product-specific and Class of Business training
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- Practical financial advisory experience
- Mentorship and guided professional growth
- Potential permanent employment after completion
This is an official ABSA learnership under the FAIS Act, offering legitimate, paid, and career-focused development.
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, in line with ABSA’s Employment Equity objectives.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official ABSA Careers Portal.
Gauteng Unemployed Learnership – Virtual Financial Advisor (FAIS)
Polokwane Unemployed Learnership – Face to Face Financial Adviser (FAIS)
Bloemfontein Unemployed Learnership – Face to Face Financial Adviser (FAIS)
Mpumalanga Unemployed Learnership – Face to Face Financial Adviser (FAIS)
KZN Region Unemployed Learnership – Face to Face Financial Adviser (FAIS)
Western Cape Unemployed Learnership – Face to Face Financial Adviser (FAIS)
Gauteng Unemployed Learnership – Face to Face Financial Adviser (FAIS)
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