The Investec CA Pathfinder exposure programme is part of Investec’s Out of the Ordinary recruitment process, where you will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of the Investec culture, Investec’s CA Programme and the world of banking. You will also network and build relationships as part of your recruitment journey.
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Investec CA Programme
Aim and Benefits of Investec CA Programme
Ongoing Support
- With the commitment of a dedicated CA Programme team, our trainees receive top of the class support. To help you along the way, there is access to accredited board courses, simulated exams and support from your assigned CA buddy who is currently on the CA Programme.
CA Programme structure
- You will complete six-monthly rotations with different business units, primarily based in our Johannesburg office. These will expose you to multiple facets of the business and give you the opportunity to learn from experts in each area. Your experience will involve on-the job training and educational simulations.
Requirements for Investec CA Programme Qualification
- Students who are in their final year of their undergraduate degree at a relevant SAICA accredited university.
- Students who have passed pure Maths at matric level
- Full time students.
- Students of the Thuthuka Bursary Fund are not eligible to apply.
- Students who are currently serving articles are not eligible to apply.
- South African citizens – Investec wishes to encourage and promote South Africans to further their studies and qualifications in the hope that they will contribute significantly to the economic development of the country and to fully participate in the broader South African society. If you are not a South African citizen we we require a copy of a valid work permit in order to process your application. Please upload this with your documents.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Investec CA Programme
The road map:
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Apply for the Investec CA Programme 2026 intake between 1 and 30 September 2024
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If shortlisted, you will be eligible to attend the CA Pathfinder exposure programme taking place in February 2025
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You will receive detailed feedback after CA Pathfinder
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Should you be shortlisted, you will attend a Business Panel interview in March 2025
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Successful candidates will attend a final interview with our Executives in April 2025
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Final outcome of your application will be confirmed by 30 April 2025
Documents Required for Application
You will be required to submit and upload all the documents listed below. Please ensure you have these available before beginning the application:
- CV
- Copy of ID (front and back if ID card)
- Matric certificate
- Academic transcripts (all studies to date including mid-year results)
- Headshot of yourself
- Work permit (where relevant)
Please note all the above documents must be uploaded. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline
September 30, 2024How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Investec on careers.investec.co.za to apply
For more details, visit Investec website.