About the opportunity
The Investec CA Programme is a prestigious three-year training contract designed for aspiring Chartered Accountants in South Africa. Trainees complete six-monthly rotations across different business units, primarily based in Johannesburg, gaining comprehensive on-the-job experience, educational simulations, and exposure to global markets including London, Sydney, Zurich, and Hong Kong. Successful applicants attend the CA Pathfinder programme in January or February of their postgraduate year and participate in structured mentorship, accredited board courses, and simulated exams backed by dedicated support teams.
Salary and benefits
- Market-related starting salary
- Six-monthly rotations through various business units
- On-the-job training and educational simulations
- Access to accredited board courses and simulated exams
- Support from an assigned CA buddy currently on the programme
- Opportunity for international exposure through working in global offices such as London, Sydney, Zurich, or Hong Kong
Who can apply?
- Students in their final year of an undergraduate degree at a SAICA-accredited university
- Intention to complete PGDA/CTA/Honours in Accounting the following year
- Passed pure Mathematics at matric level
- Full-time students
- South African citizens, or non-South African citizens with a valid work permit
- Note: Students of the Thuthuka Bursary Fund and individuals currently serving articles are not eligible to apply
Required documents
- Copy of CV
- Matric certificate
- Academic transcripts
- ID
- Headshot image
- Valid work permit (if non-South African citizen)
When to apply
- Applications for the 2028 intake open on 1 September 2026 and close on 30 September 2026
- Applications open every year on 01 September and close on 30 September
How to apply
- Complete the online application form on the official Investec careers website during the application window
- Upload all required supporting documents (CV, matric certificate, academic transcripts, ID, headshot image, and work permit if applicable)
- Submit the form online before the closing date
Additional information
- Applications for the Investec CA Pathfinder and CA Programme are made at the same time.
- Successful applicants attend the CA Pathfinder programme in January/February of their PGDA/CTA/Honours year and are shortlisted for the CA Programme from there.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Final-year undergraduate accounting students at SAICA-accredited universities.
- Students who have passed pure Mathematics at the matric level.
- South African citizens or non-citizens with a valid work permit.
- Candidates seeking a structured 3-year training contract with rotations.
What should you think carefully about?
- Applicants must be from a SAICA-accredited university and intend to complete a PGDA/CTA/Honours degree.
- Hiring is for the 2028 intake, which is a long-term planning horizon.
- The role is on-site in Johannesburg, requiring a commitment to living and working there.
- Students of the Thuthuka Bursary Fund are not eligible to apply.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an ideal path for aspiring Chartered Accountants who want to gain hands-on experience across different business units and potential global exposure.
Our take
Final-year accounting students in South Africa with a strong mathematical background should seriously consider this prestigious training contract.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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