HistoryStandard Chartered was formed in 1969 through a merger of two banks: The Standard Bank of British South Africa, founded in 1863, and the Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, founded in 1853.

Both companies were keen to capitalise on the huge expansion of trade and to earn the handsome profits to be made from financing the movement of goods between Europe, Asia and Africa.

The Chartered Bank
Founded by James Wilson following the grant of a Royal Charter by Queen Victoria in 1853.
Chartered opened its first branches in Mumbai (Bombay), Kolkata and Shanghai in 1858, followed by Hong Kong and Singapore in 1859.
Traditional trade was in cotton from Mumbai (Bombay), indigo and tea from Kolkata, rice from Burma, sugar from Java, tobacco from Sumatra, hemp from Manila and silk from Yokohama.
Played a major role in the development of trade with the East which followed the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 and the extension of the telegraph to China in 1871.
In 1957 Chartered Bank bought the Eastern Bank together with the Ionian Bank's Cyprus Branches. This established a presence in the Gulf.
The Standard Bank
Founded in the Cape Province of South Africa in 1862 by John Paterson. Commenced business in Port Elizabeth, in January 1863.
Was prominent in financing the development of the diamond fields of Kimberley from 1867 and later extended its network further north to the new town of Johannesburg when gold was discovered there in 1885.
Expanded in Southern, Central and Eastern Africa and, by 1953, had 600 offices.
In 1965, it merged with the Bank of West Africa, expanding its operations into Cameroon, Gambia, Ghana, Nigeria and Sierra Leone.
From the early 1990s, Standard Chartered has focused on developing its strong franchises in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. It has concentrated on consumer, corporate and institutional banking and on the provision of treasury services - areas in which the Group had particular strength and expertise.

Since 2000 the Bank has achieved several milestones with a number of strategic alliances and acquisitions, which have extended the customer and geographic reach and broadened the product range that Standard Chartered offers.

Please click here for the list of recent strategic alliances and acquisitions.

International Graduate Programme

Aimed at developing tomorrow's leaders, the Standard Chartered International Graduate Programme is a fast-paced, challenging programme that will set you up for a highly successful career in banking.

The International Graduate Programme offers eight streams covering Wholesale Bank, Consumer Bank and Specialist Functions. No matter which stream you choose, you will work in international teams and collaborate across borders. And depending on your chosen path, you may have the opportunity to work abroad.

Set off on the right foot

Your journey with us commences with your local induction soon followed by our International Induction Programme (IIP) held in Kuala Lumpur. Here you will meet and interact with other graduates, developing a professional network that spans the globe. You'll also interact with senior leaders and get to know Standard Chartered, our businesses, strategy, what we stand for and our role in the communities in which we operate.

Achieve your potential

You'll be given real responsibilities and held accountable from day one. You'll be held to a high standard and expected to perform, and we'll support you to ensure you achieve your potential. It's a fast paced, challenging programme aimed at building a broad knowledge base and honing your skills to become a world-class professional.

Choose an International Graduate Programme stream

For more information on International Graduate Programme opportunities within our business areas click on the links below.

• Consumer Bank
• Wholesale Bank
• Specialist Functions

What's next?

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If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply now.

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More graduate opportunities

We have a number of graduate programmes available throughout our global network.

Programmes by location

Consumer Bank Fast Track Programme

 

The Consumer Bank serves the needs of 13 million retail customers, including small and medium-sized businesses through a network of over 1,700 branches and 5,600 ATMs in 70 countries.

About the programme

Want to become a world-class banker? You've come to the right place. Through our Consumer Bank Fast Track Programme we'll support you as you:

• Develop into a world-class banker, perfecting your relationship management skills
• Perform and shine in a key revenue generating role with one of our most valued business lines targeted at the high value client segments
• Fly high. Your exceptional attitude and performance will hold you in good stead as you take your first step on an exciting career journey with us.

Programme structure

We're committed to accelerating your success as a world-class banker. The training you receive as part of this programme is internationally recognised as some of the best in the world.

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The Consumer Bank Fast Track programme is comprised of a number of job rotations to provide you with an understanding of end-to-end retail banking:

Rotation 1 - Branch Operations
Gain an understanding of the collaboration between branch and operations, and focus on service, productivity and quality in this two month rotation.

Rotation 2 - Credit Risk
During this two months you will learn how we collate and use data in the decision making process.

Rotation 3 - Product
Get involved in customer-centric product development and spend two months learning about our different products.

During the final rotation, lasting six to 12 months, you will take on a customer facing role, becoming skilled at customer relationship management. You'll seek to understand your customers' needs, bringing together comprehensive and bespoke solutions to meet their requirements.

The time taken to complete this final rotation is up to you. The motivation and drive you bring to your performance will determine how fast you rise.

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Our Day One Readiness programme allows you to tackle real challenges and devise practical solutions in a simulated branch environment. You'll learn the skills you need to be competent and confident right from the start.

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The Graduate Development Manager and Rotation Manager will oversee your moves through the different parts of the business. You'll also be supported by a Fast Track sponsor, a senior manager from within Consumer Banking. They will provide you with support and insights into how you can accelerate your development.

Career opportunities

On completion of the programme, you will receive a permanent role in one of our most valued businesses. We will continue to invest in your development and provide you with the environment to make the most of your strengths. Show us you can perform and we'll reward you through rapid progression and exciting opportunities.

Your career path is accelerated, which means you will receive early opportunities to demonstrate your value in a top revenue generating role.

The long-term career opportunities are endless, and the great work you do for customers and the Bank will be recognised and rewarded with career progression. Top performers have gone on to become successful and highly sought after Private Bankers, as well as Head of our Priority, SME and Private Bank businesses across our global network.

Country China  

Vacancy Title	Country	Programme	Business Function	Closing Date
China International Graduate Programme Corporate Real Estate Services . Job Reference: 1205981	China	International Graduate	Corporate Real Estate Services	1 Mar 2012
China-Shanghai International Graduate Programme Human Resources . Job Reference: 1204957	China	International Graduate	Human Resources	1 Mar 2012
China-Beijing International Graduate Programme Principal Finance . Job Reference: 1205092	China	International Graduate	Principal Finance	1 Mar 2012
China-Shanghai International Graduate Programme Coverage & Corporate Finance . Job Reference: 1205085	China	International Graduate	Coverage & Corporate Finance	1 Mar 2012
China-Beijing International Graduate Programme Financial Markets . Job Reference: 1205095	China	International Graduate	Financial Markets	1 Mar 2012
China-Shanghai International Graduate Programme Financial Markets . Job Reference: 1205090	China	International Graduate	Financial Markets	1 Mar 2012
China-Shanghai International Graduate Programme Group Internal Audit . Job Reference: 1204954	China	International Graduate	Audit	1 Mar 2012
China-Beijing International Graduate Programme Coverage & Corporate Finance . Job Reference: 1205087	China	International Graduate	Coverage & Corporate Finance	1 Mar 2012
China Group Technology & Operations Banking Associate Programme . Job Reference: 1205767	China	Local Graduate Programme	Technology and Operations	1 Mar 2012
China-Chongqing International Graduate Programme Human Resources . Job Reference: 1204963	China	International Graduate	Human Resources	1 Mar 2012
China-Shanghai International Graduate Programme Transaction Banking . Job Reference: 1205089	China	International Graduate	Transaction Banking	1 Mar 2012
China-Beijing International Graduate Programme Consumer Banking . Job Reference: 1204970	China	International Graduate	Consumer Banking	1 Mar 2012
China-Shanghai International Graduate Programme Consumer Banking . Job Reference: 1204971	China	International Graduate	Consumer Banking	1 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Transaction Banking Global Corporate Sales - Shanghai . Job Reference: 1205093	China	MBA Management Associate	Transaction Banking	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Origination & Client Coverage SCCG - Beijing . Job Reference: 1205008	China	MBA Management Associate	Origination and Client Coverage	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Origination & Client Coverage Commodity Traders & Agribusiness - China . Job Reference: 1205027	China	MBA Management Associate	Origination and Client Coverage	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Transaction Banking Local Product Manager - China . Job Reference: 1205086	China	MBA Management Associate	Transaction Banking	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Transaction Banking Local Corporate Sales - Beijing . Job Reference: 1205101	China	MBA Management Associate	Transaction Banking	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Principal Finance Infrastructure - China . Job Reference: 1205052	China	MBA Management Associate	Principal Finance	31 Mar 2012
China Consumer Banking Fast Track Programme . Job Reference: 1206733	China	Consumer Banking Fast Track Programme	Consumer Banking	1 Jun 2012

 

Vacancy Title	Country	Programme	Business Function	Closing Date
Hong Kong Group Technology & Operations Management Trainee Programme . Job Reference: 1205761	Hong Kong	Local Graduate Programme	Technology and Operations	1 Mar 2012
Hong Kong International Graduate Programme Transaction Banking . Job Reference: 1205098	Hong Kong	International Graduate	Transaction Banking	1 Mar 2012
Hong Kong International Graduate Programme Financial Markets . Job Reference: 1205100	Hong Kong	International Graduate	Financial Markets	1 Mar 2012
Hong Kong International Graduate Programme Consumer Banking . Job Reference: 1205641	Hong Kong	International Graduate	Consumer Banking	1 Mar 2012
Hong Kong International Graduate Programme Human Resources . Job Reference: 1206117	Hong Kong	International Graduate	Human Resources	1 Mar 2012
Hong Kong International Graduate Programme Coverage & Corporate Finance . Job Reference: 1205096	Hong Kong	International Graduate	Coverage & Corporate Finance	1 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Origination & Client Coverage Financial Institutions - Hong Kong . Job Reference: 1205037	Hong Kong	MBA Management Associate	Origination and Client Coverage	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Corporate Finance M&A Equity Corporate Finance - Hong Kong . Job Reference: 1204896	Hong Kong	MBA Management Associate	Corporate Finance	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Origination & Client Coverage Commodity Traders & Agribusiness - Hong Kong . Job Reference: 1205033	Hong Kong	MBA Management Associate	Origination and Client Coverage	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Principal Finance Real Estate - Hong Kong . Job Reference: 1204895	Hong Kong	MBA Management Associate	Principal Finance	31 Mar 2012
(MBA) Management Associate Corporate Finance Equity Capital Markets - Hong Kong . Job Reference: 1204898	Hong Kong	MBA Management Associate	Corporate Finance	31 Mar 2012
Hong Kong Consumer Banking Fast Track Programme . Job Reference: 1206740	Hong Kong	Consumer Banking Fast Track Programme	Consumer Banking	1 Jun 2012