Absa Group is inviting unemployed South African youth and graduates to apply for the Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnerships 2026. This is a 12-month unemployed learnership programme designed to equip aspiring financial advisers with practical workplace experience and industry-relevant skills.
If you are looking to start a career in banking, finance, or financial advisory services, this Absa learnership offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working with one of Africa’s leading financial institutions.
📅 Learnership Details
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Programme: Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnership
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Duration: 12 Months
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Closing Date: 17 February 2026
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Location: South Africa (Johannesburg, Nelspruit & Umhlanga)
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Programme Type: Unemployed Learnership
About Absa Group
Absa Group Limited is one of Africa’s largest financial services organisations, headquartered in South Africa with operations across multiple African countries. The group offers a wide range of services including personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, and insurance solutions.
Absa is committed to financial inclusion, innovation, and sustainable economic growth, while investing heavily in youth development through learnerships and graduate programmes.
About the Financial Adviser Learnership
The 12-Month Unemployed Learnership for Trainee Financial Advisers is aimed at motivated individuals who are eager to grow professionally and build a long-term career in the financial services sector.
Successful learners will receive structured classroom learning combined with practical workplace exposure, enabling them to deliver customer-focused financial solutions while meeting performance and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
🏢 Workplace Experience
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Participate in daily workplace activities aligned with learning objectives
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Support business operations and customer engagement
📚 Learning & Development
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Attend and actively participate in all training sessions
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Work towards achieving learning, performance, and development targets
🤝 Customer Support & Experience
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Assist customers with financial solutions
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Deliver excellent service and maintain high customer satisfaction levels
📝 Administration & Compliance
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Complete required administrative tasks, reporting, and tracking
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Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
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Maintain confidentiality of client information
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Adhere to regulatory and quality assurance standards
📈 Sales Performance
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Manage and work on leads effectively
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Achieve productivity, strike rate, and sales targets
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Absa Financial Adviser Learnership 2026, applicants must have:
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National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12)
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A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in one of the following fields:
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Accounting
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Finance
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Law
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Who Should Apply?
This learnership is ideal for:
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Unemployed graduates seeking entry-level opportunities in banking and finance
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Individuals passionate about client service and financial advisory
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Candidates with strong communication, sales, and administrative skills
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online through the official Absa Careers Portal.
⚠️ NB: Use the official application links provided below to apply.
📍 Available Locations & Application Links
📌 Johannesburg
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Closing Date: 17 February 2026
👉 Apply Online for the Absa Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnership
📌 Nelspruit
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Closing Date: 17 February 2026
👉 Apply Online for the Absa Face-to-Face Financial Adviser Learnership
📌 Umhlanga
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Closing Date: 18 February 2026
👉Apply Online for the ABSA Face to Face Financial Adviser Learnership