Nedbank Quants Exploration Graduate Programme 2026

Nedbank invites suitably qualified graduates interested in quantitative analysis and risk management to apply for the Quants Exploration Graduate Programme 2026.

Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified

Graduate Programme Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Graduate Programme Overview

The Nedbank Quants Exploration Programme is designed to develop world‑class Quantitative Analysts who can contribute to risk management, data analysis, model development and business decision‑making. Successful candidates will participate in structured workplace learning while supporting the development and maintenance of quantitative models and assessment strategies.

The programme is suitable for graduates with strong analytical, mathematical, statistical and problem‑solving abilities.

Organisation: Nedbank Programme: Quants Exploration Programme 2026 Category: Graduate Programme and Internship Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng Minimum qualification: Undergraduate degree Preferred qualification: Honours or Master’s degree in a quantitative field Closing date: Not specified Application method: Online Purpose of the Programme

The programme aims to develop highly skilled Quantitative Analysts who can support Nedbank’s risk‑management and analytical functions. Participants will contribute to:

Quantitative model development Model maintenance Data analysis Risk‑management strategies Regulatory compliance Business‑process improvement Analytical reporting Documentation of models and processes Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must have:

An undergraduate degree The supplied advertisement does not specify a compulsory minimum academic average. Applicants should review the official vacancy page for any additional programme requirements. Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to applicants with a business‑related qualification or a postgraduate degree. Relevant postgraduate qualifications include an Honours or Master’s degree with majors in:

Pure Mathematics Applied Mathematics Statistics Engineering Econometrics Financial Engineering Quantitative Risk Management A similar quantitative discipline Suitable Fields of Study

The programme may be suitable for graduates from fields such as:

Mathematics Applied Mathematics Statistics Actuarial Science Engineering Econometrics Financial Engineering Quantitative Finance Quantitative Risk Management Data Science Business‑related quantitative studies

Applicants should clearly indicate their majors, research projects and analytical experience in their CVs.

Key Responsibilities

Successful graduates will be expected to:

Identify opportunities to improve business processes Recommend improvements to models and systems Extract and analyse data Assist business units with analytical queries Support the development of quantitative models Monitor compliance with policies Document processes and models Participate in business forums and committees Communicate analytical concepts to operational teams Maintain accurate records Contribute to risk‑management activities Participate in professional‑development initiatives Quantitative Model Development

Graduates may contribute to the development and maintenance of models used for risk management and business assessment. This may include:

Reviewing existing models Testing model performance Analysing data inputs Identifying areas for improvement Supporting model validation Documenting model assumptions Monitoring model outputs Recommending changes to analytical approaches Data Extraction and Analysis

Participants will assist business units by extracting, processing and analysing data. Responsibilities may include:

Collecting relevant business data Cleaning and organising datasets Identifying patterns and trends Performing quantitative analysis Investigating business queries Preparing analytical findings Supporting informed decision‑making Monitoring compliance indicators Business Process Improvement

Graduates will be expected to identify opportunities to improve:

Business processes Quantitative models Operational systems Reporting processes Data‑management practices Risk‑assessment approaches

Applicants should demonstrate an ability to think critically and recommend practical solutions.

Programme Involvement

Participants will contribute to the Nedbank Quants Training Programme through active involvement in programme committees and structures. These may include:

Marketing committees Recruitment committees Social committees Other programme activities

This involvement is intended to support personal and professional development while adding value to the broader graduate programme.

Stakeholder Engagement

Graduates will engage with different business stakeholders through:

Face‑to‑face meetings Business forums Committee participation Data discussions Analytical presentations Query resolution Collaboration with operational teams

Strong written and verbal communication skills will therefore be important.

Documentation and Knowledge Management

The successful candidates will help maintain continuity and organisational knowledge by documenting:

Quantitative models Analytical processes Business procedures Data‑analysis methods Assumptions and findings Changes made to systems or models

Clear documentation helps ensure that analytical work can be reviewed, understood and maintained.

Compliance and Policy Monitoring

Graduates may support compliance by:

Analysing relevant data Monitoring model performance Checking adherence to policies Identifying possible risks Reporting non‑compliance Supporting corrective actions Maintaining accurate compliance records Required Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

Strong analytical ability Mathematical and statistical skills Problem‑solving ability Attention to detail Data‑analysis skills Clear communication Ability to document technical processes Ability to work with business stakeholders Teamwork Initiative Continuous‑learning ability Interest in quantitative risk management Professional Development Professional Development

Participants will be expected to improve their professional capabilities by:

Identifying relevant training opportunities Receiving feedback from managers Sharing knowledge with team members Monitoring industry developments Building technical expertise Participating in programme activities Developing a clear career progression plan Transformation and Workplace Culture

Graduates will contribute to Nedbank’s transformation goals by participating in workplace culture initiatives. These may include:

Employee surveys Culture‑building activities Team initiatives Diversity and inclusion programmes Organisational‑development activities Required Application Documents

The supplied advertisement does not provide a complete list of compulsory supporting documents. Applicants should prepare:

An updated Curriculum Vitae A copy of their identity document Academic qualifications Latest academic transcript Proof of completed undergraduate or postgraduate studies Any additional documents requested on the application portal

Only documents listed on the official vacancy page should be treated as compulsory.

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