Life at Standard Bank
Your talent deserves a space for real growth. Here, we match your personal ambition with unmatched African scale. We provide the opportunities. You shape your journey.
Proof in numbers (as at 31 December 2025)
Employees
54,000+
People employed across our group.
NPS
+54
Our market-leading Employee Net Promoter Score.
Growing our people
R1 Billion+
Invested in employee learning during 2025.
Female leadership
42.7%
Women leading in senior executive roles.
A culture where people grow together
Our purpose is deeply ingrained in our DNA. This becomes real through our people. We trust, empower, and challenge you to deliver meaningful work. You will collaborate with diverse, highly skilled teams. We remain united by our passion to serve our clients.
Life here is never about standing still. Step into fresh opportunities and learn from those around you. Play your part in something much bigger.
We support you. We stretch you. We expect you to own your growth.
Real stories. Real growth.
Experience Standard Bank Group through the eyes of our people. See how they navigate their journeys and power Africa's growth.
The values we live by
Our values guide how we think, collaborate, and make decisions every day. They shape how we show up in our daily interactions.
We are deeply committed
We are dedicated to our purpose and to the people we serve.
We are boldly pioneering
We set the standard through our determination and resilience.
We are trusted stewards
The mark of our success is the legacy we leave.
We are guided by empathy
We treat people with respect, consideration, and kindness.
Unfailingly honourable
The choices we make are always ethical.
Support for work, life, and everything in between
A fulfilling career goes beyond just work. We support you in the moments that matter. We design our benefits and offerings to support your holistic wellbeing and help you thrive. We also encourage you to give back to your community.
What’s available depends on where you’re based, but can include:
Holistic health and care
We take a holistic approach to your personal wellbeing. Our programmes cover physical and mental health.
- Wellness programmes and counselling support
- Health screenings and wellbeing events
- On-site wellbeing centres
- Medical insurance for you and your family
- Leave options that support rest and taking care of personal responsibilities
Managing your finances
Your financial life extends well beyond your salary. Here’s how we help you build, protect and grow what you earn.
- Preferential rates on selected banking and investment products
- Structured retirement planning support
- Clear guidance on wills and major life moments
- Financial education and money management support
Recognising excellence
Good work gets noticed here. Our formal recognition programmes celebrate outstanding performance.
- Formal recognition programmes
- Direct peer-to-peer appreciation tools
- Generous long-service recognition awards
Continuous learning and development
Whether you’re starting your career or bring years of experience, your learning never stops. We encourage continuous learning to build your future capabilities.
- Access to thousands of courses on our learning experience platform
- Cross-functional projects, colleague shadowing, and practical experience
- Financial support for further studies and professional certifications
- Specialised skills development academies
- Dynamic internal opportunities across all our markets and countries
Supporting our communities
We offer opportunities for you to give back, drive change and make a positive impact on our communities.
- Join and launch volunteering projects
- Volunteer leave, so you can make a difference to causes close to your heart
Grow across Africa and beyond
Our footprint gives you access to local, regional, and international work. Serve local markets or collaborate across international borders. Build your career with deep roots and global connections.
