Learner – Banking (CB&T)

Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is inviting applications from young unemployed graduates for its 24-month Learner – Banking programme in Commercial Banking and Transformation (CB&T). The opportunity is based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, and is designed to provide graduates with structured workplace experience, professional development, mentorship and practical exposure within the banking environment.

The programme is suitable for graduates from a range of disciplines, including law, agriculture, banking, finance, accounting, economics and business management. Through on-the-job learning and training, successful learners will develop practical skills while contributing to Land Bank’s mandate of supporting South Africa’s agricultural sector and its transformation.

About Land Bank

Land Bank is South Africa’s specialist agricultural development bank, established in 1912. The Bank provides financial services to commercial and emerging farmers and businesses across the agricultural value chain.

The organisation supports agricultural development by providing financial solutions that help farmers and agricultural businesses finance land, equipment, production and other activities required for sustainable growth.

About the Learner Programme

The Learner Programme is a structured 24-month opportunity for unemployed graduates who want to develop their careers in their field of study.

The programme provides:

• Practical workplace experience.

• On-the-job learning.

• Formal training opportunities.

• Mentorship and coaching.

• Exposure to professional banking activities.

• Opportunities to develop technical and workplace skills.

• Practical experience relevant to the learner’s academic qualification.

Learners will work under the guidance of mentors and will be expected to demonstrate professionalism, enthusiasm, initiative and a strong willingness to learn.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens.

• Be between 18 and 35 years old.

• Be unemployed graduates.

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification.

• Have completed at least a three-year tertiary qualification.

• Have no prior work experience after completing their studies.

• Have not completed a previous learnership or internship related to their qualification.

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for professional development.

• Have a positive, energetic and proactive attitude.

• Be interested in contributing to South Africa’s agricultural sector.

Key Responsibilities

Learners will be expected to:

• Complete all duties assigned by their mentor professionally.

• Develop practical skills in their qualification specialist area.

• Complete administrative tasks assigned by the responsible mentor.

• Undertake research activities.

• Compile reports and other business documents.

• Prepare memorandums and presentations.

• Participate in training and workplace development activities.

• Apply academic knowledge to practical banking activities.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and mentors.

• Take responsibility for their personal development.

Required Fields of Study

Applicants must have a minimum three-year tertiary qualification in one of the following fields:

• LLB.

• Agricultural Economics.

• Banking.

• Finance or Accounting.

• BSc Agriculture.

• Agri-Business or Commerce.

• Economics.

• Business Management.

Required Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Analytical skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work toward deadlines.

• Energy and enthusiasm.

• Initiative.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Microsoft Excel proficiency.

• Microsoft Word proficiency.

• Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a professional team.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work extended hours when required.

• Willingness to travel when required.

• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under mentorship.

• Commitment to completing the full 24-month programme.

Programme Details

• Job Title: Learner – Banking (CB&T)

• Employer: Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank)

• Division: People and Culture

• Unit: HC Talent Management, Learning & Development

• Programme Type: Graduate Learner Programme

• Duration: 24 months

• Location: Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa

• Reference Number: LAN260812-3

• Closing Date: 20 August 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible graduates should submit their applications through the official Land Bank recruitment process before the closing date of 20 August 2026.

Applicants should ensure that their application clearly demonstrates their relevant qualification and confirms that they meet the programme’s graduate and work-experience requirements.

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Final Thought

The Land Bank Learner – Banking (CB&T) programme provides an excellent opportunity for unemployed graduates to gain practical experience within the commercial banking and agricultural development environment. Graduates in law, agriculture, banking, finance, accounting, economics and business-related disciplines can use the 24-month programme to develop valuable professional skills through structured workplace learning, mentorship and training.