Applications Open for the Allan Gray Retail Client Services and Retail Operations Graduates Posts

Applications Open for the Allan Gray Retail Client Services and Retail Operations Graduates Posts. Allan Gray’s graduate roles in the Retail Client Services and Retail Operations teams are designed to provide an opportunity for young professionals to invest in their long-term career at the organization.

Job Description

• Your academic background, passion for investments and interpersonal skills, combined with our structured training program and leadership support, will provide a strong foundation for success in these roles and further career opportunities.
• You will gain extensive investment product and industry knowledge and work with dynamic and high performing teams, to help you fulfill a rewarding long-term career at Allan Gray.
• Successful candidates will be assessed for suitability as an Investment Service Consultant in Retail Client Services or as an Operations Consultant in Retail Operations.

Retail Client Services Roles:

• To engage in intellectual and comprehensive interactions with our clients via our various servicing channels while actively participating in the firm’s drive for service excellence.
• Your interactions will be all encompassing and may include (but not limited to) discussions on products, processes, transactions, tax and legislative implications, our investment philosophy, industry trends and performance of our unit trust funds.
• You will be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to providing superior client service, build lasting relationships with clients and independent financial advisers, and empower clients to make informed investment decisions. 

Operations Consultant in Retail Operations Role:

• Process transactions from clients and provide administrative support for the firm’s retail investment offering.
• Ensuring that all incoming instructions are responded to and processed within a specific timeframe and regulatory framework.
• Interacting with clients and advisers to provide updates on transactions
• Follow-up on any pending instructions, while maintaining a high level of service excellence.

Qualifications

• Final year students currently completing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Commerce or Business Science, with majors in, but not limited to, Finance, Economics, Investments, Mathematics, Statistics and Business Management.
• Strong, consistent academic track record across matric and university.
• Students who are eligible to work in South Africa and start their career between December 2025 and February 2026.

What You Need to Succeed

• Strong client focus and interest in investments.
• Highly adaptable and resilient.
• Highly performance driven and individually accountable.
• An enquiring mind and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong numerical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team of skilled individuals while delivering on own personal goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Accuracy with strong attention to detail.

Location

• Cape Town 
• Relocation assistance provided for successful hires outside of CPT (Ts & Cs Apply).

How to Apply

Click HERE to apply.

Closing Date: Friday 16th of May 2025