The application deadline was 20 August 2026.
The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa is offering a 24-month Banking Learner Programme at its Head Office in Woodmead. The Land Bank Learnership 2026 is aimed at young unemployed graduates who want structured learning and workplace experience in banking, product and pricing activity, channels and revenue-diversification work. The programme includes mentorship, on-the-job exposure, training opportunities, research and administrative assignments. It is intended for graduates with relevant three-year tertiary qualifications who have not previously gained work experience related to their qualification.
Learner Programme Overview
- Organisation: Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa
- Location: Woodmead, Gauteng
- Duration: 24 months
- Programme: Graduate Learner Programme
- Reference: LAN260812-5
- Closing Date: 20 August 2026
Fields of Study Accepted
- Banking
- Business Management
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Finance
Who Can Apply
- South African citizens
- Applicants aged 18 to 35
- Holders of a relevant minimum three-year tertiary qualification
- Graduates with no prior work experience after completing their studies
- Candidates who have not already completed a learnership, internship or work experience related to the qualification
Workplace Learning
The learner will complete duties allocated by a mentor and develop practical ability in the selected specialist area. The programme also includes administrative work, research and preparation of reports, memorandums and presentations. The combination of mentorship and structured assignments is designed to help graduates move from academic knowledge into workplace practice.
Competencies
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Written and verbal communication
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Initiative and enthusiasm
- Interpersonal skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Problem solving
Additional Work Requirements
The vacancy states that extended hours and travel may be required when necessary. This is useful for applicants to consider before applying, especially because the programme is designed as workplace exposure rather than classroom-only training.
About the Programme Environment
Land Bank is a development finance institution focused on South Africa’s agricultural sector. A learner in the banking and product environment can gain exposure to how financial services, pricing, products and channels support the institution’s broader development mandate. The programme is designed for graduates at the beginning of their careers rather than applicants with established work histories.
Mentorship and Practical Assignments
Mentorship is a formal part of the Land Bank programme. The learner will complete work allocated by a mentor and use those assignments to develop skills in the qualification specialist area. The tasks can include research, administrative work, reports, memorandums and presentations, giving the graduate practice in producing the type of written and analytical work used inside a professional financial institution.
Early-Career Entry Conditions
The programme is specifically designed for graduates without work experience related to their qualification. Land Bank also excludes candidates who have already completed a related learnership or internship. These conditions keep the programme focused on providing a first structured route into the workplace for young graduates who meet the education requirements.
How to Apply
Applications are completed on the Land Bank eRecruit portal under reference LAN260812-5. Candidates should make sure their tertiary field matches one of the listed specialisations.
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