Rural Banking Graduate Feb 2026

Join ASB's Future Me graduate programme in Feb 2026 and shape your future - applications are now open for our Rural Banking stream.
Kia ora, Talofa lava, Kia Orana, Malo e lelei, Fakalofa lahi atu, Bula Vinaka and Namaste!
At ASB, we help New Zealanders every day get one step ahead.
Our graduate programme isn't just about gaining experience - it's about discovering your unique potential within ASB.
We believe in seeing you for who you are, backing your aspirations and lifting you to new heights as you grow with us.
Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity:

ASB's Future Me Graduate programme is a truly unique experience.
A permanent position from day one, the programme promises to challenge, inspire, support and develop you as you begin your career.
Whether you are part of the rotational offering, or refining your skills in a specialisation, the programme will take you on an 18-to-24-month journey through the complex and ever-changing world of banking.
During the programme you'll be matched with a Grad Sponsor, who will be with you throughout the journey, as well as gaining expert insight and support from our Future Me team.
You'll work with everyone from fellow Grads to General Managers, Business Analysts to the Sustainability team - there is really no limit to the talent and experience you will be exposed to.Once you 'graduate' from the Future Me Programme, you will have developed an exceptional toolkit to take with you as you enter your post-programme role within ASB.
All we ask is that you bring your whole self, and an open mind to the work you do.
Join us on the path to accelerate progress of all New Zealanders.
If you're passionate about Rural Banking and the farming community this is fantastic opportunity to work with our Rural Banking Team.
ASB Rural Banking is a team of dedicated specialist who work closely with our customers to build resilient businesses by guiding, advising and providing products and services that help our farming customers succeed no matter what challenges they face.
This is mostly a specialised role, however there is the potential to rotate within different teams throughout the programme.
Te mahi ki ASB | Working for ASB
ASB is grounded in our values (caring, integrity, passion, courage and united).
They guide our day-to-day interactions with our team, customers and community.
They are what makes ASB - ASB.
We offer a flexible and supportive work environment as well as an open and inclusive culture; a place where we welcome and value your individuality, ideas and goals.
We're all about personal and professional growth, and making work more satisfying, and a way we show our support is by giving our people access to benefits over and above what we pay.
For more information on our market leading benefits including health insurance, 5 "you do you leave" days, banking benefits and so much more, check here:

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The impact you'll have
Empower yourself and your fellow Graduate cohort to take ownership of your career, making everything you do more purposeful.
Operate effectively in either an office or virtual environment, leveraging our tools and resource to harness your productivity.
Use insights to provide guidance and advice in a way customers understand and trust.
Te Kanorau, Te Whakauru me te Whai Whainga | Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Our People Promise is "We see you, we back you, we lift you." People are at the heart of ASB.
We want to make ASB a place where everyone belongs.
Where people can be their full, authentic selves,have a sense of community, and feel connected to others inside and outside the organisation.
ASB has a range of network groups that you can join such as our Neurodiversity group, Unity (LGBTTQIA+ Pride) and Fusion (celebrates all the different cultures and languages that make up Aotearoa) and many more.
Ngā mea kia whai angitū ahau? | What do I need to be successful?
A completed degree (within the last 2 years) in any discipline although agribusiness/accounting would be a bonus!
A positive approach and attitude filled with curiosity and a true desire to learn and grow.
Diversity of thought to constantly develop new ways of solving problems.
Resilience and ability to recharge and continuously add value despite obstacles.
Empathy to understand the needs of each other, ASB customers and the wider community.
Creativity, inquisitiveness, a desire to strive for progress, and a willingness to fail.
Dedication to your community or communities, aligning with ASB's purpose.
Te tautoko i ō tātou hapori| Supporting our community
ASB is dedicated to supporting our communities.
We work with not-for-profits, event organisers, schools and organisationsthrougha combination of investment and in-kind support.
All ASB employees are offered 12 hours of paid leave each year to support their chosen causes.
ASB andHato Hone St Johnhave been in partnership since 2008, with ASB staff volunteering on Area Committees for Hato Hone St John, as Caring Callers, and providing help with fundraising.
All ASB branches are equipped with an AED (Automatic Heart Defibrillator) and have AED-trained staff ready to help, should the need arise.
ASB is also committed to supporting the next generation to live life one step ahead.
As Youthline's Principal Partner, ASB wants all young people to know that it's okay to seek help, and that Youthline is available to offer support for free.
To see more on what we're doing in our communities, check here:

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Me pēhea te tono | How to apply?
If this opportunity sounds like it might be the one for you then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you!
As part of the application process you will be requested to upload documents including your CV, cover letter, academic transcript, and a photo.
When your application has been uploaded you will receive an acknowledgement email so you know we have received it.
Our team will review all applications as they are received and will reach out to advise on the next steps of the process, this may not be until after the ad has closed.
Please check your email junk/spam inboxes and your voicemails regularly while you are waiting to hear from ASB.
We may be trying to reach you!
We encourage candidates from diverse background including those who are disabled, have additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions, and/or are neurodiverse to apply for our roles.
If you would like additional support around this please contact Jessica Jackson at ***
Eligibility:

You must be in the final year of a university undergraduate or postgraduate degree or have completed university studies in the last 24 months.
You must be a permanent resident or citizen of New Zealand at the time of your application.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake several pre-employment checks which will include but are not limited to; Police Check, Credit Check, AML Compliance, Verification of your qualifications and may include checks both here in New Zealand and overseas.
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