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Position Overview

Citi South Africa is recruiting graduates to join its South Africa Learnership Graduate Program – Markets based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This 12-month graduate learnership is designed for recently qualified university graduates who are passionate about financial markets and want to build a long-term career in investment banking.


The programme provides practical workplace experience across Citi's Markets business while exposing graduates to fixed income trading, risk management, market analysis, and financial operations. Participants also have the opportunity to apply for permanent positions during the programme and receive sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

1

Position Overview

Citi South Africa is recruiting graduates to join its South Africa Learnership Graduate Program – Markets based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This 12-month graduate learnership is designed for recently qualified university graduates who are passionate about financial markets and want to build a long-term career in investment banking.


The programme provides practical workplace experience across Citi's Markets business while exposing graduates to fixed income trading, risk management, market analysis, and financial operations. Participants also have the opportunity to apply for permanent positions during the programme and receive sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

1

Position Overview

Citi South Africa is recruiting graduates to join its South Africa Learnership Graduate Program – Markets based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This 12-month graduate learnership is designed for recently qualified university graduates who are passionate about financial markets and want to build a long-term career in investment banking.


The programme provides practical workplace experience across Citi's Markets business while exposing graduates to fixed income trading, risk management, market analysis, and financial operations. Participants also have the opportunity to apply for permanent positions during the programme and receive sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

1

Position Overview

Citi South Africa is recruiting graduates to join its South Africa Learnership Graduate Program – Markets based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. This 12-month graduate learnership is designed for recently qualified university graduates who are passionate about financial markets and want to build a long-term career in investment banking.


The programme provides practical workplace experience across Citi's Markets business while exposing graduates to fixed income trading, risk management, market analysis, and financial operations. Participants also have the opportunity to apply for permanent positions during the programme and receive sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Recently completed a relevant university qualification.

  • A strong interest in financial markets and investment banking.

  • Passion for fixed income products and capital markets.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to build professional relationships.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills.


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of financial markets and macroeconomics.

  • Strong quantitative and analytical ability.

  • Previous exposure to finance, economics, investments or trading through coursework or internships.


NB: Applications must include:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript

Incomplete applications may not be considered during the recruitment process.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Recently completed a relevant university qualification.

  • A strong interest in financial markets and investment banking.

  • Passion for fixed income products and capital markets.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to build professional relationships.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills.


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of financial markets and macroeconomics.

  • Strong quantitative and analytical ability.

  • Previous exposure to finance, economics, investments or trading through coursework or internships.


NB: Applications must include:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript

Incomplete applications may not be considered during the recruitment process.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Recently completed a relevant university qualification.

  • A strong interest in financial markets and investment banking.

  • Passion for fixed income products and capital markets.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to build professional relationships.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills.


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of financial markets and macroeconomics.

  • Strong quantitative and analytical ability.

  • Previous exposure to finance, economics, investments or trading through coursework or internships.


NB: Applications must include:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript

Incomplete applications may not be considered during the recruitment process.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Recently completed a relevant university qualification.

  • A strong interest in financial markets and investment banking.

  • Passion for fixed income products and capital markets.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to build professional relationships.

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

  • Good attention to detail and organisational skills.


Advantageous:

  • Knowledge of financial markets and macroeconomics.

  • Strong quantitative and analytical ability.

  • Previous exposure to finance, economics, investments or trading through coursework or internships.


NB: Applications must include:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript

Incomplete applications may not be considered during the recruitment process.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful graduates will be responsible for:

  • Supporting Rates Traders within the Bonds and Rates business.

  • Preparing and analysing market risk reports.

  • Monitoring market movements and providing market commentary.

  • Learning how pricing and risk management operate across asset classes.

  • Analysing macroeconomic data and financial market trends.

  • Working closely with sales traders and operations teams.

  • Participating in daily market and trading meetings.

  • Maintaining accurate procedures and operational documentation.

  • Supporting efficient trading desk processes.


Tip: This programme is ideal for graduates who enjoy economics, financial markets and investment banking. Demonstrating analytical thinking and genuine interest in markets will strengthen your application.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful graduates will be responsible for:

  • Supporting Rates Traders within the Bonds and Rates business.

  • Preparing and analysing market risk reports.

  • Monitoring market movements and providing market commentary.

  • Learning how pricing and risk management operate across asset classes.

  • Analysing macroeconomic data and financial market trends.

  • Working closely with sales traders and operations teams.

  • Participating in daily market and trading meetings.

  • Maintaining accurate procedures and operational documentation.

  • Supporting efficient trading desk processes.


Tip: This programme is ideal for graduates who enjoy economics, financial markets and investment banking. Demonstrating analytical thinking and genuine interest in markets will strengthen your application.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful graduates will be responsible for:

  • Supporting Rates Traders within the Bonds and Rates business.

  • Preparing and analysing market risk reports.

  • Monitoring market movements and providing market commentary.

  • Learning how pricing and risk management operate across asset classes.

  • Analysing macroeconomic data and financial market trends.

  • Working closely with sales traders and operations teams.

  • Participating in daily market and trading meetings.

  • Maintaining accurate procedures and operational documentation.

  • Supporting efficient trading desk processes.


Tip: This programme is ideal for graduates who enjoy economics, financial markets and investment banking. Demonstrating analytical thinking and genuine interest in markets will strengthen your application.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful graduates will be responsible for:

  • Supporting Rates Traders within the Bonds and Rates business.

  • Preparing and analysing market risk reports.

  • Monitoring market movements and providing market commentary.

  • Learning how pricing and risk management operate across asset classes.

  • Analysing macroeconomic data and financial market trends.

  • Working closely with sales traders and operations teams.

  • Participating in daily market and trading meetings.

  • Maintaining accurate procedures and operational documentation.

  • Supporting efficient trading desk processes.


Tip: This programme is ideal for graduates who enjoy economics, financial markets and investment banking. Demonstrating analytical thinking and genuine interest in markets will strengthen your application.

4

What You Will Gain

Graduates will benefit from:

  • A 12-month graduate learnership with Citi South Africa.

  • Practical experience within global financial markets.

  • Exposure to experienced traders and investment banking professionals.

  • Sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

  • Opportunity to apply for permanent roles during the programme.

  • Professional development and networking opportunities.

  • Experience within one of the world's leading international financial institutions.


Tip: Tailor your cover letter to explain your passion for financial markets, trading, economics or investment banking. A personalised application can help distinguish you from other applicants.

4

What You Will Gain

Graduates will benefit from:

  • A 12-month graduate learnership with Citi South Africa.

  • Practical experience within global financial markets.

  • Exposure to experienced traders and investment banking professionals.

  • Sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

  • Opportunity to apply for permanent roles during the programme.

  • Professional development and networking opportunities.

  • Experience within one of the world's leading international financial institutions.


Tip: Tailor your cover letter to explain your passion for financial markets, trading, economics or investment banking. A personalised application can help distinguish you from other applicants.

4

What You Will Gain

Graduates will benefit from:

  • A 12-month graduate learnership with Citi South Africa.

  • Practical experience within global financial markets.

  • Exposure to experienced traders and investment banking professionals.

  • Sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

  • Opportunity to apply for permanent roles during the programme.

  • Professional development and networking opportunities.

  • Experience within one of the world's leading international financial institutions.


Tip: Tailor your cover letter to explain your passion for financial markets, trading, economics or investment banking. A personalised application can help distinguish you from other applicants.

4

What You Will Gain

Graduates will benefit from:

  • A 12-month graduate learnership with Citi South Africa.

  • Practical experience within global financial markets.

  • Exposure to experienced traders and investment banking professionals.

  • Sponsorship towards a relevant postgraduate qualification.

  • Opportunity to apply for permanent roles during the programme.

  • Professional development and networking opportunities.

  • Experience within one of the world's leading international financial institutions.


Tip: Tailor your cover letter to explain your passion for financial markets, trading, economics or investment banking. A personalised application can help distinguish you from other applicants.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete educational history.

  • Relevant university projects.

  • Technical and analytical skills.

  • Leadership activities.

  • Internship or vacation work (if applicable).

  • Contact information.


  • Closing Date: 07 August 2026

  • Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.

  • Late applications may not be accepted.

  • Click the Apply button to be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where your application must be completed online.


Tip: Ensure your academic transcript is complete and your cover letter clearly explains why you want to build a career in financial markets and investment banking.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete educational history.

  • Relevant university projects.

  • Technical and analytical skills.

  • Leadership activities.

  • Internship or vacation work (if applicable).

  • Contact information.


  • Closing Date: 07 August 2026

  • Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.

  • Late applications may not be accepted.

  • Click the Apply button to be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where your application must be completed online.


Tip: Ensure your academic transcript is complete and your cover letter clearly explains why you want to build a career in financial markets and investment banking.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete educational history.

  • Relevant university projects.

  • Technical and analytical skills.

  • Leadership activities.

  • Internship or vacation work (if applicable).

  • Contact information.


  • Closing Date: 07 August 2026

  • Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.

  • Late applications may not be accepted.

  • Click the Apply button to be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where your application must be completed online.


Tip: Ensure your academic transcript is complete and your cover letter clearly explains why you want to build a career in financial markets and investment banking.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated CV

  • Cover Letter

  • Full Academic Transcript


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete educational history.

  • Relevant university projects.

  • Technical and analytical skills.

  • Leadership activities.

  • Internship or vacation work (if applicable).

  • Contact information.


  • Closing Date: 07 August 2026

  • Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.

  • Late applications may not be accepted.

  • Click the Apply button to be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where your application must be completed online.


Tip: Ensure your academic transcript is complete and your cover letter clearly explains why you want to build a career in financial markets and investment banking.

6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this graduate programme? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants should have recently completed a relevant university qualification suitable for a career in financial markets or investment banking.

Who can apply?

Recent graduates who are passionate about financial markets, fixed income products and investment banking are encouraged to apply.

Is work experience required?

No. This graduate learnership is designed for newly qualified graduates, although internships or relevant university projects will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply button and you will be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where you must submit your CV, Cover Letter and Full Academic Transcript before 07 August 2026.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Graduates may apply for permanent positions during the programme while gaining practical experience, professional mentoring and postgraduate study sponsorship relevant to their role.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this graduate programme? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants should have recently completed a relevant university qualification suitable for a career in financial markets or investment banking.

Who can apply?

Recent graduates who are passionate about financial markets, fixed income products and investment banking are encouraged to apply.

Is work experience required?

No. This graduate learnership is designed for newly qualified graduates, although internships or relevant university projects will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply button and you will be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where you must submit your CV, Cover Letter and Full Academic Transcript before 07 August 2026.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Graduates may apply for permanent positions during the programme while gaining practical experience, professional mentoring and postgraduate study sponsorship relevant to their role.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this graduate programme? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants should have recently completed a relevant university qualification suitable for a career in financial markets or investment banking.

Who can apply?

Recent graduates who are passionate about financial markets, fixed income products and investment banking are encouraged to apply.

Is work experience required?

No. This graduate learnership is designed for newly qualified graduates, although internships or relevant university projects will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply button and you will be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where you must submit your CV, Cover Letter and Full Academic Transcript before 07 August 2026.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Graduates may apply for permanent positions during the programme while gaining practical experience, professional mentoring and postgraduate study sponsorship relevant to their role.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this graduate programme? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants should have recently completed a relevant university qualification suitable for a career in financial markets or investment banking.

Who can apply?

Recent graduates who are passionate about financial markets, fixed income products and investment banking are encouraged to apply.

Is work experience required?

No. This graduate learnership is designed for newly qualified graduates, although internships or relevant university projects will be advantageous.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply button and you will be redirected to the official Citi Careers website, where you must submit your CV, Cover Letter and Full Academic Transcript before 07 August 2026.

Is there career growth?

Yes. Graduates may apply for permanent positions during the programme while gaining practical experience, professional mentoring and postgraduate study sponsorship relevant to their role.


7

Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, eligibility requirements and application procedures through the official Citi Careers website before submitting your application.

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Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, eligibility requirements and application procedures through the official Citi Careers website before submitting your application.

7

Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, eligibility requirements and application procedures through the official Citi Careers website before submitting your application.

7

Disclaimer

Spanisam serves as an information and job listing platform only. We are not involved in recruitment decisions. Always verify vacancy details, eligibility requirements and application procedures through the official Citi Careers website before submitting your application.

Spanisam is 100% free for job seekers, and no fees are allowed at any stage of the application process.

Any request for payment should be reported to us immediately.

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