APEX Graduate Programme at Lesaka Technologies

Lesaka Technologies invites ambitious and driven graduates to apply for its prestigious APEX Graduate Programme 2027. This intensive 18-month programme is meticulously designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders and innovators within the dynamic fintech industry. Participants will be immersed in real business responsibilities from day one, gaining invaluable exposure to various facets of Lesaka's operations, including cutting-edge AI and technology. The programme offers a unique opportunity to develop professional, commercial, technical, and leadership capabilities, preparing graduates for a successful and impactful career in financial technology. Lesaka is committed to fostering talent that can drive change and contribute to meaningful projects, shaping the future of financial services in South Africa and beyond.

What the Programme Offers

• Permanent employment from the start.
• Real business responsibilities.
• A dedicated line manager.
• Exposure to different functions and geographies.
• Opportunities to work with senior leaders.
• Strategic business challenges.
• AI and technology exposure.
• Leadership development.
• Commercial and strategic thinking development.
• Communication and influencing skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration.
• Community and CSI participation.

Technology Stream Opportunities

• Cybersecurity Analyst: Successful graduates may work on securing customer transactions and protecting Lesaka's technology environment.
• Data Analyst: The role focuses on extracting insights from large-scale fintech data.
• Developer / Business Analyst: Graduates may contribute to building and improving fintech solutions.
• AI / Automation Engineer: This role focuses on identifying opportunities to use AI and automation to improve processes and solve business problems.
• Security Operations Analyst: The role focuses on protecting Lesaka's systems and customer data.

Finance Stream Opportunities

• Group Accountant: Graduates may gain exposure to accounting across Lesaka's fintech ecosystem.
• Finance Sales Analyst: The role focuses on customer economics and profitable growth.
• Junior Finance Analyst: Graduates will develop financial discipline and commercial thinking.
• Junior Insights Analyst: This role involves turning data into business insights and decisions.
• Risk Analyst: The role focuses on identifying, measuring and mitigating financial risk.

Operations Stream Opportunities

• Operations & Projects Graduate: Graduates may contribute to complex cross-divisional projects.
• Commercial Strategy Analyst: The role focuses on business strategy and competitive positioning.
• Junior Commercial Decision Analyst: Graduates will support data-driven commercial decision-making.
• Fraud Risk Analyst: The role focuses on detecting and preventing fraud and protecting customers.

Who Should Apply?

• Cybersecurity
• Data Analytics
• Software Development
• Business Analysis
• Artificial Intelligence
• Automation
• Finance
• Accounting
• Risk Management
• Fraud Risk
• Commercial Strategy
• Operations
• Project Management
• Financial Services
• Fintech

Why Join Lesaka Technologies

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

• Highlight Academic Excellence and Leadership: Emphasise your minimum 75% academic average and provide concrete examples of leadership roles or initiatives you've undertaken, whether in university, community, or entrepreneurial settings.
• Demonstrate Fintech Curiosity: Articulate your genuine interest in technology, business, and financial services, specifically within the fintech sector. Show how your skills and aspirations align with Lesaka's mission and the opportunities within the programme's streams.
• Showcase Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Provide specific instances where you've applied strong problem-solving and analytical abilities to overcome challenges or derive insights, demonstrating your capacity to contribute to strategic business challenges.

Interview Preparation

• "Lesaka is a leading fintech company. How do you see technology shaping the future of financial services in South Africa, and what role do you envision yourself playing in this evolution?"
• "The APEX programme involves significant cross-functional collaboration and exposure to senior leaders. Describe a situation where you effectively worked in a diverse team to achieve a complex goal, and how you adapted your communication style."

How to Apply

* Salary is estimated based on market research and may not be accurate.

• A minimum 75% academic average.
• A relevant qualification aligned to Technology, Finance, or Operations.
• Evidence of leadership through university, work, community, entrepreneurial or other activities.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Strong analytical ability.
• A desire to create impact and improve how things work.
• Curiosity about technology, business and financial services.
• Adaptability and willingness to work across different functions and environments.
• Previous fintech experience is not required.
• Final-year students may also be considered.
• Updated CV.
• Academic transcript.
• Copies of completed qualifications or certificates, where applicable.