First Bank of Nigeria (FirstBank) periodically conducts large-scale recruitment jobs exercises to attract qualified and experienced professionals for strategic roles in customer experience and consumer protection across its various branches.
This recruitment initiative offers a valuable opportunity for ambitious professionals seeking to build a successful career with one of Nigeria’s leading and most reputable financial services institutions.
First Bank recruitment jobs opportunity include internship, the graduate trainee programme and experienced professionals to build rewarding careers with one of Nigeria’s leading and most reputable financial services institutions. Successful candidates gain access to professional development, career growth opportunities, and the chance to work in a dynamic and innovative banking environment.
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Internship recruitment
First Bank internship recruitment programme offers a unique platform for students to bring to life their theoretical knowledge into the business environment and gain hands-on practical experience relevant to their field of study. As an intern recruit, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in First Bank operations and deepen your knowledge and understanding of the work ethics, thereby creating an opportunity for you to transition into a full-time employee of the bank.
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Graduate Trainees Recruitment
The Graduate Trainee recruitment programme is a yearly recruitment exercise, aimed at attracting young, dynamic and talented individuals to meet the growing manpower requirements across the enterprise, thereby creating a pool of future leaders who will take the Bank to the next level.
The recruitment is specially designed for fresh graduates below the age of 27 years who possess the minimum academic qualification of bachelor’s degree with a second-class lower division or HND upper credit, with the right behavioural traits. This programme feeds into the Bank’s career and succession planning to create a pool of replacement candidates for internal staff identified for other career opportunities across departments/directorates, thereby enhancing employees’ career mobility in the Bank.
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Experienced Recruitment
This recruitment route is specifically designed for experienced workers and focuses on functional and behavioural competencies, hands-on experience and potentials/skills possessed by candidates that they can bring on board.
Experienced jobs recruitment is driven by a well-articulated manpower plan and target operating model across the various functional areas of the Bank. Such recruitment is targeted at candidates seeking full-time employment opportunity in the Bank on Banking Assistant grade and above.
How to Apply for First Bank Recruitment Jobs
To apply for recruitment jobs at First Bank of Nigeria, you need to submit your application through the bank’s official careers portal. FirstBank recruits candidates into different categories such as Graduate Trainee Programme, Internship Programme, Technology Boot Camp, and Experienced Hire positions.
- Visit the Official FirstBank Careers Portal
Go to the official careers page of FirstBank Careers Portal or directly access the jobs page at FirstBank Jobs Page.
- Choose the Recruitment Category
FirstBank usually recruits under these categories:
- Graduate Trainee Programme
- Internship Programme
- Experienced Hires
- Technology Boot Camp
- Service Executive Conversion Programme
Read the eligibility requirements carefully before applying.
- Create an Account
Most applications are processed through FirstBank’s online recruitment system. You will need to:
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- Create a profile/account
- Provide your email address and phone number
- Upload your CV/resume
- Fill in your educational and personal details
- Prepare the Required Documents
Applicants are commonly required to upload:
- Updated CV
- Degree/HND certificate
- NYSC certificate or exemption letter
- O’Level results
- Means of identification
- Passport photograph
Graduate trainee applicants are usually expected to have at least a Second Class Lower or HND Upper Credit.
- Complete the Online Application
Fill in all sections carefully and ensure your information matches your documents exactly. False information may lead to disqualification during verification.
- Submit Your Application
After reviewing your details, submit the application and wait for confirmation through email or SMS.
- Prepare for the Recruitment Process
Successful applicants may go through stages such as:
- Online aptitude test
- Assessment/CBT test
- HR interview
- Panel interview
- Background verification
- Final offer
Application is usually free. Do not pay anyone for recruitment assistance. Monitor only official First Bank channels for updates. Use a professional CV and active email address. Apply early once vacancies are announced.
Requirements for Graduate Trainees
According to recent recruitment information, applicants are often expected to:
- Be below 27 years old
- Have at least 5 O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
- Possess a Bachelor’s degree or HND
- Have completed NYSC
