Lesaka Technologies
APEX Graduate Programme 2027 - Future Leaders Accelerator
Role Overview
Lesaka Technologies is recruiting graduates for its APEX 2027 Future Leaders Accelerator in Johannesburg. Participants join Lesaka as permanent employees with assigned business responsibilities while completing an 18-month development programme. The official advert presents work across technology, finance and operations, with exposure to business challenges, senior leaders, commercial thinking, technology and leadership development in a financial-services environment.
Key Responsibilities
APEX graduates take ownership of role-specific deliverables and contribute to projects across Lesaka's businesses. Streams include cybersecurity, data, development, automation, finance, risk, operations and commercial strategy. Participants identify practical uses of technology, collaborate across functions, engage with leaders and complete an executive-sponsored business challenge with recommendations, alongside a community or social-impact contribution.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have at least a 75% academic average and a relevant qualification aligned with technology, finance or operations; final-year students may apply. Lesaka asks for demonstrated leadership, analytical and problem-solving ability, curiosity about technology and financial services, adaptability, and evidence of wanting to improve how work is done. Previous fintech experience is not required.
Official Evidence Source
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View official source: Lesaka Technologies official application portal
Verified Application Methods
Source instructions
Apply online at https://lesakatech.simplify.hr/Vacancy/Apply/ayzb0a
Application closing date: 30 October 2026.
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Provide an updated CV, academic transcript, and copies of completed qualifications or certificates where applicable.
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