Coronation Fund Managers, headquartered in South Africa, is a leading business in the financial sector, renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach to investment management. Dedicated to nurturing the next generation of financial professionals, the company offers exceptional opportunities through its Graduate Trainee Programme 2024/2025. This includes tailored roles such as Operations Trainee and Equity Research Analyst Trainee, providing graduates with hands-on experience, structured learning, and mentorship. With a strong focus on professional growth and skill development, Coronation equips aspiring leaders with the tools they need to excel in the dynamic world of financial markets.
Coronation Catapult Programme 2025
1. Operations Trainee (Back Office Support)
- Closing Date: 2024/12/16
- Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- Job Type: Graduate Position
Job Description
Launch your career in the dynamic world of financial markets with Afrifocus! As an Operations Trainee specializing in back-office support, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring seamless operations within a stockbroking environment. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the financial sector, working in areas like corporate actions, compliance, settlements, and general operations.
Flexibility, attention to detail, and accuracy are key to thriving in this fast-paced role. Prepare to build a solid foundation for a rewarding career, with growth paths leading to roles such as compliance officer, operations manager, or corporate actions specialist.
The Coronation Catapult Programme also offers specialized training in critical thinking, communication, resilience, and coaching to support your development.
Key Benefits
- Broad exposure to stockbroking operations.
- Comprehensive skills development and mentorship.
- Competitive career prospects in one of the economy’s most resilient industries.
- On-the-job training across multiple business areas.
Duties and Responsibilities
You will rotate across the following business areas for a holistic learning experience:
- Corporate Actions
- Bank reconciliations.
- Reconciling stock and cash positions.
- Advising portfolio managers on clients’ corporate action options.
- Compliance
- Conduct regulatory inspections.
- Coordinate submissions to authorities.
- Ensure compliance with Financial Markets Act, JSE rules, and directives.
- Settlements
- Execute daily trade allocations and checks.
- Follow up with counterparties.
- Manage scrip lending processes.
- Operations Management
- Support daily business administration.
- Assist with HR tasks and company presentations when required.
- General Administration & Support
- Open and verify new client accounts.
- Handle client queries and requests.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in commerce with majors in accounting, economics, finance, investments, business management, law, or related fields.
Willingness to complete sponsored JSE and RPE exams, including:
- Introduction to Financial Markets
- Regulations & Ethics of South African Financial Markets
- Equity Market Modules
- Compliance Officer Certification
Key Attributes
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive under pressure.
- Flexibility with working hours based on market operations.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
2. Equity Research Analyst Trainee (Cape Town-Based)
- Closing Date: 2024/12/20
- Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
- Job Type: Graduate Position
Job Description
This opportunity is ideal for ambitious graduates passionate about the financial markets. If you have a keen interest in investments and want exposure to the investment industry, this role is for you.
Joining one of South Africa’s black-owned stockbrokers, you’ll gain structured learning, mentorship, and on-the-job training to propel your career forward. The Coronation Catapult Programme also offers training in critical skills such as problem-solving, resilience, communication, and professional coaching.
Key Benefits
- Develop in-demand research and analytical skills.
- Comprehensive exposure to financial markets and investment strategies.
- Mentorship and professional development to ensure career growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support the research team in various capacities, such as:
- Assisting analysts with research projects and company analyses.
- Supporting analysts with spreadsheet models and ad-hoc projects.
- Preparing presentations for roadshows and client report-backs.
- Administrative tasks supporting the research process.
- Attending management and Investment Research (IR) team meetings.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Relevant degrees in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Financial Mathematics, BCom, Engineering, or related disciplines.
- Strong numerical ability and analytical mindset.
Key Attributes
- High pressure tolerance.
- Strong academic performance and determination.
