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Banking & Financial Services Recruitment
Recognised as one of Africa’s leading banking and finance recruitment agencies, we help organisations shape high‑performing teams through top‑tier financial services talent.
Guiding your financial services hiring journey every step of the way
Looking to secure permanent talent within the banking and financial services sector? Robert Walters is your trusted recruitment partner. As a leading banking and finance recruitment agency in Africa, we specialise in sourcing high‑calibre professionals across investment management, operations, private equity, compliance, risk management, and asset management.
We have built strong, long‑standing relationships across the financial services industry, supporting organisations in hiring professionals who play a critical role in delivering business strategy and performance. Every placement is approached with a clear understanding of our clients’ commercial objectives and regulatory environments.
Guided by industry specialists, we connect organisations with top‑tier banking and finance talent across investment banking, insurance, audit, advisory, and broader financial services, making Robert Walters the partner of choice for finance recruitment across Africa.
Trusted by over 11,000+ organisations
The roles we specialise in
Secure top talent for your next hire
Let us connect you with the talent that can take your business forward.Meet your expert banking & finance recruiters
Jasmine Araujo
Senior Manager Africa
With over 11 years' recruitment experience, Jasmine currently heads up two divisions. She is a prominent brand ambassador and has an extensive network of clients and candidates.
Megan Venter
Banking & Financial Services, Africa
Megan brings extensive recruitment experience from the UK banking markets, covering diverse industries such as Commerce, HR and Technology in South Africa. Megan's expertise enables her to effectively assist and facilitate a mutually beneficial relationship between clients and candidates. she has over 10 years in the recruitment industry.
Cindy Du Plessis
Banking & Financial Services, South Africa
Cindy du Plessis, a Managing Consultant at Robert Walters, specialises in recruiting top Finance and Executive professionals for leading Financial Services firms in South Africa. With over 8 years of experience and a focus on this sector since 2023, she is known for her consultative approach, ensuring a strong match between candidates' career goals and clients' needs
Tiegan Stevens
Banking & Financial Services, South Africa
Tiegan, part of Robert Walters South Africa's Banking & Financial Services team, excels in talent sourcing across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and Greater Africa. With an Honours in Psychology from Wits University , she connects top-tier candidates with leading employers. Her diligent approach has led to successful placements in Finance, Banking, Insurance, Asset Management, and the Carbon Credits sector.
Diana Rorke
Banking & Financial Services Africa
Diana is a Consultant within the Banking & Finance team, with over eight years’ recruitment experience. With a background in copywriting, she brings strong communication skills and a consultative approach, partnering closely with clients and candidates to deliver effective, long‑term hiring solutions.
Our track record
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43k
Professionals we help start their next chapter
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11k
Organisations who we help acquire talent
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85%
Of professionals refer us to a friend
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90%
Of organisations recruit more than one role through us
Contact us to discuss your recruitment needs
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Testimonials
Read what our clients' and candidates have to say.
Robert Walters Africa is our exclusive recruitment partner. In a complex, fast‑evolving talent market, they stand out for their deep industry expertise, global reach, and consistent professionalism. Their ability to listen, adapt, and deliver results sets them apart.
Trevor Munsamy
Next Biosciences
Head Of HR
Client
Krunch It
We believe strongly in the future of Africa, and Robert Walters has been an important partner in helping us bridge opportunity and innovation across the markets where we serve. What has stood out most is that the Robert Walters team have gone beyond being a recruitment vendor. They have acted as a true strategic partner by leveraging their network and relationships across Africa to help strengthen our team as we scale.
Will Ward
Krunch It
Founder and CEO
Client
Anglo American
Robert Walters was a pleasure to work with, bringing a highly professional and personal approach to the recruitment process. The team took the time to gain a deep understanding of our team dynamics, culture, and requirements beyond technical capability alone. Communication throughout was clear, responsive, and considered, with thoughtful insight and practical advice at every stage. The support provided by Robert Walters felt like a genuine partnership, and the calibre of candidates appointed has delivered a positive and lasting impact on our legal team.
Mandisa Buthelezi
Anglo American
Legal Manager
Client
Global Financial Services Company - Project RPO
I want to thank the entire Robert Walters team - your services have been so helpful in terms of finding us candidates for our new hire classes, and I appreciate all that you do for us!
Local Operations Lead
Global Financial Services Company
Client
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How does your agency source candidates for banking & finance positions?
As the top finance recruitment agency , we use a highly targeted approach, powered by real-time market intelligence and our extensive database of registered banking and finance candidates.
Our sourcing strategy includes database searches, job board advertising, candidate referrals, networking events, and more. This thorough process allows us to provide our clients with the best banking & finance talent.
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Do you offer temporary financial services recruitment solutions for short-term needs?
As your trusted banking and financial services recruitment agency can quickly connect you with a pool of ready-for-action in interim talent.
Our aim is to support your change and economic vitality with mobile interim managers in Africa, including West, Central, East, and North Africa. These managers have cultural expertise and experience in various industries, such as; construction, mobility, transport, health, and telecommunications.
Get in touch to discuss our human resources interim management temporary staffing solutions.
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Can you provide examples of successful placements in the banking & finance field?
We have a proven track record of successful placements in the banking and finance sector across a wide range of roles, from senior positions to executive leadership.
Our extensive network of top talent, combined with our industry knowledge and recruitment expertise, has allowed us to meet the unique banking & financial services recruitment needs of our clients time and again.
Read our latest client & candidate stories and feel free to get in touch to discuss more.
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Can Robert Walters provide guidance on market trends and salary benchmarks?
Absolutely. We can provide the latest data and intel to ensure you make the right hiring decisions - supporting you in attracting and retaining the best talent.
Request a copy of our free Salary Survey guide which provides insights on banking and finance salaries and compensation trends.
For a more bespoke overview, we offer a salary benchmarking service that provides accurate and unbiased data on salaries and benefits. Request access to our Salary Survey